# Project Zomboid Server Won't Start – Java, SteamCMD, Ports

Zomboid dedicated won't start: Java, missing 380870 files, port in use, INI errors – checklist with logs.

**Quick answer:** Read the log, SteamCMD validate, check Java, free port 16261, raise RAM.

[Install](/en/gameserver/project-zomboid/installation)

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