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What is FTP?
FTP Stands for File Transfer Protocol. It is used for moving files to and from the server. The method I recommend and use myself is with an FTP program such as WSFTP or CuteFTP . I have provided a free download of WS FTP Pro for my customers in the downloads section of this site.
Another way to FTP is to use Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher (6.0+ recommended). To do this you can make a link in the Start/Run prompt, or in the IE address bar.
The link is formatted like this:
ftp://username:password@ipaddress.
If your username is me, the pass is you, and the IP of your server is 123.45.57.129, then the link will look like this:
ftp://me:you@123.45.57.129
Once you make the connection you will see a window that looks like a "my computer" window. The root folder is not something you need to worry about. If you don't see files and folders like a 'My Computer' window, then click the tools menu, then Internet Options. Click the tab labeled 'Advanced' on the window that pops up. About a screen down there is an option to enable 'folder view for FTP'. Check that, click ok, close any IE/FTP windows and open it up again. It should look ok now.
With UT the file you edit to make changes to the server is in the folder labeled 'system'. The file is called UnrealTournament.ini. In UT making changes to this file is for advanced users only.
For more detailed information on what the settings that you can alter in the config files are, and what files go were, read the tutorials for the specific game you play. You must restart your server before the changes can take place. To do this you should be logged into your WebAdmin site. From the server consol (on the right), replace the word "say" with the word "quit" and then click send. Your server will reboot with changes saved.
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How do I change my FTP password?
To have your FTP username and/or password changed, you will need to CONTACT ME
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Why does FTP timeout in WinXP?
The FTP software prefers passive mode for FTP, which XP no longer uses by default. Passive mode works better for getting around DSL and Cable modem NAT and Routing. To enable passive mode in XP, follow these steps:
1) Open IE (Internet Explorer) Click Tools. Select 'Internet Options'. A window will come up.
2) Select the tab labeled 'Advanced'.
3) Scroll down one screen. Near the bottom there will be an option labeled: 'Enable Passive FTP' (for dsl and cable modem compatibility)' Check that, and click ok.
4) Then close any and all FTP and IE windows you have open and try again. The FTP connection should go through.
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