How to Install & Set Up ESX (Guide)

Are you ready to transform your FiveM server with enhanced realism and immersive roleplay? ESX Legacy is a versatile and robust modification framework that powers numerous roleplay servers. This comprehensive tutorial will walk you through downloading, installing, and configuring ESX Legacy for your new server. Follow our step-by-step guide, and your server will be operational in no time!

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1. Prerequisites

Before diving into the installation, ensure you have the following:

• Basic knowledge of FiveM servers and scripting.
• A running FiveM server.
• MySQL or MariaDB database (for storing player data).
• A text editor (e.g., Notepad++, Visual Studio Code).

2. Downloading ESX Legacy

The first step is downloading ESX Legacy from the official repository. Here’s how:

Download ESX here

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3. Installing ESX Legacy

With the files ready, proceed to install them on your FiveM server.

Upload ESX to Your Server: Upload the extracted ESX Legacy files to the resources directory of your server. Organize them under a folder named [esx] for easy management.

/resources/[esx]

Update the Server Configuration: Open your server.cfg file and add the following lines:

ensure es_extended
ensure esx_menu_default
ensure esx_menu_list
ensure esx_menu_dialog
# Add additional ESX resources here

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4. Configuring ESX Legacy

Proper configuration is essential for the seamless functioning of ESX Legacy.

Database Configuration: ESX requires a MySQL or MariaDB database. Import the SQL file included in the ESX directory into your database.

Import es_extended.sql into your MySQL database.

Edit es_extended Configurations: Navigate to the server folder within es_extended and open config.lua. Update the database connection details with your own:

Config.DB.Host = '127.0.0.1'
Config.DB.User = 'your_db_username'
Config.DB.Password = 'your_db_password'
Config.DB.Name = 'your_database_name'

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5. Starting Your Server

Now it’s time to start your server and test the setup.

Start Your Server: Start your server using the FiveM server start command or any server management tool.

bash start.sh

Verify ESX Legacy: Connect to your server and verify if ESX resources are running correctly by checking the console logs for any errors. 

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6. Troubleshooting and Tips

Here are some common tips if you encounter issues:

Ensure Database Connection: Double-check your config.lua for correct database credentials.

Console Errors: If errors appear in the console, refer to the specific lines mentioned for diagnosis. These errors often point directly to the problem.

Check Community Forums: Visit the FiveM forums

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Conclusion

By following this detailed guide, you’ve successfully installed and configured ESX Legacy on your FiveM server. Your players will now enjoy an enhanced, immersive roleplay experience. Happy gaming!

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