My TF2 server cannot connect to the item server

I own a standard SRCDS server and when I (or anybody else) joins, they cannot connect to the item server.

I have checked other servers and it definitely works there.

Does anyone know why this happens and how to fix it?

Best Answer

If you have a firewall, make sure you have all the correct ports open.

TF2 SRCDS uses the following ports by default:

UDP 27015 - Clients send queries for info about your server on this port. Adjustable using -port
TCP 27015 - RCON (Remote Console) uses this port. Adjustable using -port (it's always the same port as the previous port)
UDP 27005 - Clients connect to the game on this port. Adjustable using -clientport
UDP 27025 - SRCDS binds this port for SourceTV (even if you don't have SourceTV on) unless you specify -nohltv. Adjustable using +tv_port
UDP 26901 - The server talks to Steam's servers on this port. Adjustable using -sport, although it actually uses the port one higher than you specify (default is 26900).

By the sound of it, port 26901 is being blocked.

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Is the TF2 item server down?

Teamfortress.com is UP and reachable by us.

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Can I host my own TF2 server?

Instead of joining an existing server, players can opt to create their own servers to host the game. This can allow the host player to set the map rotation, determining which particular maps and subsequent game modes are played.

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