# The Forest Server Won't Start – Dedicated, Save & Port 27015

The Forest dedicated server won't start? Corrupt save, port 27015/8766, config.ini, RAM – The Forest server troubleshooting.

**Quick answer:** The Forest won't start: **read logs**, check **save backup**, open ports **27015 + 8766 UDP** and validate config.ini.

**If you landed here:** Dedicated server crashes on start, save won't load or restart loop in panel.

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