# StarRupture Server Won't Connect – Connection Failed & Ports

StarRupture server won't connect? Connection failed, timeout, firewall, port forwarding – fix StarRupture dedicated server connection issues.

**Quick answer:** StarRupture connection issues: **open ports**, wait for **full start**, test **direct connect** with IP:port.

**If you landed here:** "Connection failed", timeout or friends can't join StarRupture server.

## Related

- [StarRupture won't start](/en/gameserver/starrupture/server-startet-nicht)
- [StarRupture lagging](/en/gameserver/starrupture/server-laggt)
- [Install StarRupture](/en/gameserver/starrupture/installation)
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