Rust servers come equipped with a few settings for RCON (Remote Connection). However, these settings are not functional and require a third-party tool. One of the most popular tools available is the Rust Admin tool, which allows players to monitor their server from a separate window conveniently. This window can watch the active players on a server and take multiple moderation functions, such as muting players, making it a critical tool for users looking to take moderation to the next level.

Note: Rust's only tool for RCON is a third-party client, with a paid version providing a web panel.

1. Log in to the BisectHosting Starbase panel.

2. Stop the server.

3. Go to the Startup tab.

4. From the RCON Password field, input a secure password.

5. Start the server.

6. Download the RustAdmin RCON Tool here.

7. Extract the tool into an empty folder.

8. Run RustAdmin.exe.

9. Go to the Configuration tab.

10. In the Server section, enter the required information. Do not include the server port in the IP field.

Note: The Rcon port is set to the server's Port +1 on BisectHosting servers.

11. Choose Save.

12. Enter the desired name and press OK.

13. Select Server > Connect on the upper left to connect with RCON.

Note: A Steam API key allows more information to be monitored through the RCON window.

How to Set up an API Key on a Rust Server

1. Log in to the Steam API Registration site.

2. Enter a name to identify the key and press Register.

3. Copy the API key.

4. From the RustAdmin client, go to the Configuration tab.

5. On the Steam API key table, paste the key from step 3.