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How to Set Up a Mumble Server on AnonVM – Full Installation Guide

Mumble is a low-latency, open-source voice chat solution ideal for gaming, remote teams, or any group needing reliable communication. Hosting a Mumble server on AnonVM gives you full control, enhanced privacy, and a secure environment for all your communications.

Why Host a Mumble Server on AnonVM?

AnonVM offers offshore VPS hosting focused on privacy and high performance, which makes it ideal for Mumble. With AnonVM, you get low latency and reliable uptime, ensuring clear, uninterrupted voice communication, whether you’re chatting with a few friends or managing a large group server.

Step 1: Choose the Right AnonVM VPS Plan

A Mumble server doesn’t require a lot of resources, but for optimal performance, choose a VPS with at least 1GB of RAM and a dual-core CPU.

1. Visit AnonVM’s website and check their VPS plans.
2. Select a plan with 1GB of RAM or more and a dual-core CPU for stability.
3. Complete the order and choose your preferred server location.

Step 2: Connect to Your VPS

Once your AnonVM VPS is ready, connect to it via SSH to start the installation.

1. Open your terminal (or use PuTTY on Windows).
2. Connect to the VPS:
    

   ssh username@your-server-ip
3. Enter your password when prompted to access the server.

Step 3: Update Your System and Install Mumble Server (Murmur)

Before installing Mumble, update the system and install the Mumble server package (called Murmur).

1. Update your VPS:
    

   sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
2. Install the Mumble server:
    

   sudo apt install -y mumble-server

Step 4: Configure the Mumble Server

After installation, you need to configure Murmur to customize settings like the server name, welcome message, and password.

1. Open the configuration file:

    

   sudo nano /etc/mumble-server.ini

2. In the configuration file, you can set the following options:

   • Server password: Add a password for security.
      

     serverpassword=your_password
   • Welcome message: Customize the welcome message.
      

     welcometext="Welcome to our Mumble server hosted on AnonVM!"
   • Maximum users: Set the maximum number of users allowed on the server.
      

     users=50

3. Save and close the file (Ctrl + X, then Y to confirm).

Step 5: Start the Mumble Server

Start the Murmur service and enable it to start automatically on reboot.

1. Start the Mumble server:
    

   sudo systemctl start mumble-server
2. Enable the server to start on boot:
    

   sudo systemctl enable mumble-server

Step 6: Retrieve the Admin Password

Mumble generates an admin password the first time it runs, which you’ll need for initial configuration.

1. View the admin password in the log file:
    

   sudo cat /var/log/mumble-server/mumble-server.log | grep 'Password for the SuperUser'
2. Save this password for future use in the Mumble client.

Step 7: Connect to Your Mumble Server

Now that your server is running, you can connect to it using the Mumble client.

1. Download and install the Mumble client on your computer if you haven’t already.

2. Open the Mumble client and go to Server → Connect.

3. Click Add New and enter the following details:

   • Address: Your server’s IP address
   • Port: The default Mumble port (usually 64738)
   • Username: Enter your desired username

4. Click OK, then Connect.

5. When prompted, use the admin password from the log file to gain full control over the server.

Optional: Set Up Mumble Server SuperUser Password

For easier access, you can set a permanent SuperUser password.

1. Edit the Mumble configuration file:
    

   sudo nano /etc/mumble-server.ini
2. Add or modify the line for the SuperUser password:
    

   supw=your_superuser_password
3. Save and close the file, then restart the server:
    

   sudo systemctl restart mumble-server

Step 8: Customize and Administer Your Server

Once connected, you can set channels, manage user permissions, and customize your server through the Mumble client’s admin options.

Conclusion

Setting up a Mumble server on AnonVM offers you a stable, secure platform for high-quality voice chat. AnonVM’s offshore VPS ensures your Mumble server remains private and performs optimally, whether you’re hosting for a small group or a large community.