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/**
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* ARK: Survival Evolved - Comprehensive Hosting Guide
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* ARK: Survival Evolved Server Documentation - Comprehensive Guide
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* General game server hosting information (not platform-specific)
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*/
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?>
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<div style="background: #1e3a5f; padding: 20px; border-left: 4px solid #3b82f6; margin: 20px 0; border-radius: 4px;">
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<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0;">📚 Navigation</h3>
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<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0;">📚 Quick Navigation</h3>
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<div style="display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 10px;">
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<a href="#quick-info" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">Overview</a>
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<a href="#quick-info" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">Quick Info</a>
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<a href="#ports" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">🔌 Ports</a>
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<a href="#installation" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">Installation</a>
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<a href="#configuration" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">⚙️ Configuration</a>
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<a href="#parameters" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">Parameters</a>
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<a href="#configuration" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">Configuration</a>
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<a href="#parameters" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">⚙️ Startup Parameters</a>
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<a href="#troubleshooting" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">🔧 Troubleshooting</a>
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<a href="#performance" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">Performance</a>
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<a href="#security" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">Security</a>
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</div>
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</div>
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<h1>ARK: Survival Evolved Dedicated Server Hosting Guide</h1>
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<h1>ARK: Survival Evolved Server Hosting Guide</h1>
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<h2>Overview</h2>
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<p>ARK: Survival Evolved is a survival game where players must survive being stranded on an island filled with dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals, natural hazards, and potentially hostile human players. This comprehensive guide covers hosting an ARK: Survival Evolved dedicated server on a VPS or dedicated server.</p>
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<p>ARK: Survival Evolved is a multiplayer game server that can be hosted on a VPS or dedicated server. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about hosting a ARK: Survival Evolved server for your community.</p>
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<h2 id="quick-info">Quick Info</h2>
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<div style="background: #1e3a5f; padding: 20px; border-left: 4px solid #3b82f6; margin: 20px 0; border-radius: 4px;">
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<ul style="color: #e5e7eb; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0;">
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Game Port:</strong> <code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">7777</code> (UDP)</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Raw UDP Socket:</strong> <code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">7778</code> (UDP)</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Query Port:</strong> <code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">27015</code> (UDP)</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">RCON Port:</strong> <code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">27020</code> (TCP, optional)</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Minimum RAM:</strong> 8-12GB (more for mods/high player count)</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Recommended CPU:</strong> Dual-core minimum, quad-core preferred</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Storage:</strong> 20-25GB minimum free space</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">SteamCMD App ID:</strong> 346110</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Config Files:</strong> GameUserSettings.ini, Game.ini</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Default Port:</strong> <code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">Varies (see configuration)</code></li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Protocol:</strong> TCP/UDP</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Minimum RAM:</strong> 1GB</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Engine:</strong> Various</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Steam App ID:</strong> <code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">376030</code></li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Recommended OS:</strong> Linux (Ubuntu/Debian) or Windows Server</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Configuration Files:</strong><ul style="margin-top: 8px;">
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<li><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">ShooterGame/Saved/Config/WindowsServer/GameUserSettings.ini</code> - Server Configurations</li>
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<li><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">ShooterGame/Saved/Config/WindowsServer/Game.ini</code> - Advanced Modifications</li>
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</ul></li>
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</ul>
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</div>
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<h2 id="ports">🔌 Ports Required</h2>
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<table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0; background: #1e3a5f; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;">
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<thead>
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<tr style="background: #0f172a;">
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<th style="padding: 12px; text-align: left; color: #ffffff; border-bottom: 2px solid #3b82f6;">Port</th>
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<th style="padding: 12px; text-align: left; color: #ffffff; border-bottom: 2px solid #3b82f6;">Protocol</th>
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<th style="padding: 12px; text-align: left; color: #ffffff; border-bottom: 2px solid #3b82f6;">Purpose</th>
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<th style="padding: 12px; text-align: left; color: #ffffff; border-bottom: 2px solid #3b82f6;">Required</th>
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</tr>
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</thead>
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<tbody style="color: #e5e7eb;">
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<tr style="background: #1e3a5f;">
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<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">7777</code></td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><span style="background: #065f46; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #d1fae5;">UDP</span></td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;">Game server port (client connections)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><span style="background: #7c2d12; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #fed7aa;">✓ Yes</span></td>
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</tr>
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<tr style="background: #152642;">
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<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">7778</code></td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><span style="background: #065f46; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #d1fae5;">UDP</span></td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;">Raw UDP socket port (automatic +1)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><span style="background: #7c2d12; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #fed7aa;">✓ Yes</span></td>
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</tr>
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<tr style="background: #1e3a5f;">
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<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">27015</code></td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><span style="background: #065f46; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #d1fae5;">UDP</span></td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;">Query port (server browser, Steam)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><span style="background: #7c2d12; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #fed7aa;">✓ Yes</span></td>
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</tr>
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<tr style="background: #152642;">
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<td style="padding: 12px;"><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">27020</code></td>
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<td style="padding: 12px;"><span style="background: #1e40af; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #dbeafe;">TCP</span></td>
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<td style="padding: 12px;">RCON port (remote console)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px;"><span style="background: #713f12; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #fef3c7;">Optional</span></td>
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</tr>
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</tbody>
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</table>
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<h3>Firewall Configuration Examples</h3>
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<h4>UFW (Ubuntu/Debian)</h4>
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<pre><code>sudo ufw allow 7777/udp comment 'ARK game port'
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sudo ufw allow 7778/udp comment 'ARK raw UDP'
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sudo ufw allow 27015/udp comment 'ARK query port'
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sudo ufw allow 27020/tcp comment 'ARK RCON'
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<h2 id="ports">🔌 Network Ports</h2>
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<div style="background: #1e3a5f; padding: 20px; border-left: 4px solid #3b82f6; margin: 20px 0; border-radius: 4px;">
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<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0;">Required Ports</h3>
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<p style="color: #e5e7eb;">The ARK: Survival Evolved server typically uses a configurable port. Check your server configuration files for the specific port settings.</p>
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<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 20px;">Firewall Configuration</h3>
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<p style="color: #e5e7eb;">Allow server ports through your firewall:</p>
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<pre><code style="color: #a5b4fc;"># UFW (Ubuntu/Debian)
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sudo ufw allow [PORT]/tcp
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sudo ufw allow [PORT]/udp
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sudo ufw reload
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</code></pre>
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<h4>FirewallD (CentOS/RHEL/Fedora)</h4>
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<pre><code>sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=7777/udp
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sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=7778/udp
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sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=27015/udp
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sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=27020/tcp
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# FirewallD (CentOS/RHEL)
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sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=[PORT]/tcp
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sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=[PORT]/udp
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sudo firewall-cmd --reload
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# Windows Firewall
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netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="ARK: Survival Evolved Server" dir=in action=allow protocol=TCP localport=[PORT]
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netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="ARK: Survival Evolved Server" dir=in action=allow protocol=UDP localport=[PORT]
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</code></pre>
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<h4>Windows Firewall</h4>
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<pre><code># Run in PowerShell as Administrator
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New-NetFirewallRule -DisplayName "ARK Game Ports" -Direction Inbound -Protocol UDP -LocalPort 7777,7778,27015 -Action Allow
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New-NetFirewallRule -DisplayName "ARK RCON" -Direction Inbound -Protocol TCP -LocalPort 27020 -Action Allow
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</code></pre>
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<h4>iptables (Legacy Linux)</h4>
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<pre><code>sudo iptables -A INPUT -p udp --dport 7777 -j ACCEPT
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sudo iptables -A INPUT -p udp --dport 7778 -j ACCEPT
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sudo iptables -A INPUT -p udp --dport 27015 -j ACCEPT
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sudo iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport 27020 -j ACCEPT
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sudo service iptables save
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</code></pre>
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<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 20px;">⚠️ Port Security Notes</h3>
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<ul style="color: #fef3c7; line-height: 1.8;">
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<li>Only open ports that are necessary for the game server to function</li>
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<li>Consider using non-standard ports to reduce automated attacks</li>
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<li>If using cloud hosting, configure security groups properly</li>
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<li>Monitor connection attempts and unusual traffic patterns</li>
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</ul>
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</div>
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<h2 id="installation">Installation & Setup</h2>
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<h3>System Requirements</h3>
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<ul>
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<li><strong>OS:</strong> Windows Server 2016+ (64-bit) or Linux 64-bit (Ubuntu/Debian)</li>
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<li><strong>CPU:</strong> Minimum dual-core; Recommended quad-core @ 3.0GHz+</li>
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<li><strong>RAM:</strong> 8-12GB minimum; 16GB+ for modded/high-pop servers</li>
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<li><strong>Storage:</strong> 20-25GB for base game; additional for mods and saves</li>
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<li><strong>Network:</strong> 10Mbps+ upload recommended</li>
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<li><strong>OS:</strong> Linux (Ubuntu 20.04+ or Debian 11+ recommended) or Windows Server 2019+</li>
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<li><strong>CPU:</strong> 2+ cores recommended (single-threaded performance important for most game servers)</li>
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<li><strong>RAM:</strong> 1GB minimum (more for larger player counts)</li>
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<li><strong>Storage:</strong> 5GB+ for server files (SSD recommended for better performance)</li>
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<li><strong>Network:</strong> Stable internet connection with low latency</li>
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</ul>
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<h3>Installing via SteamCMD</h3>
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<pre><code># Install SteamCMD first
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# Windows: Download from https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/client/installer/steamcmd.zip
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# Linux:
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sudo apt update
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sudo apt install lib32gcc1 steamcmd
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<h3>Installation Steps</h3>
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<h4>Linux (Ubuntu/Debian)</h4>
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<pre><code># Update system packages
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sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
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# Create server directory
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mkdir -p ~/arkserver
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cd ~/arkserver
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mkdir -p ~/gameserver
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cd ~/gameserver
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# Download server files
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steamcmd +login anonymous +force_install_dir ~/arkserver +app_update 346110 validate +exit
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# This will download approximately 20GB of files
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# Download server files (method varies by game)
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# Check official documentation for download links
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</code></pre>
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<h3>Windows Startup Script</h3>
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<p>Create <code>ServerStart.bat</code> in <code>ShooterGame\Binaries\Win64\</code>:</p>
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<pre><code>@echo off
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start ShooterGameServer.exe "TheIsland?SessionName=MyARKServer?QueryPort=27015?ServerPassword=YOURPASSWORD?ServerAdminPassword=ADMINPASS?listen?Port=7777?MaxPlayers=20"
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exit
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<h4>Windows Server</h4>
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<p>Download the server files from the official game website or through Steam (if applicable). Extract to a dedicated folder and run the server executable.</p>
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<h3>Using SteamCMD - RECOMMENDED METHOD</h3>
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<p><strong>This game can be installed via SteamCMD using App ID: 376030</strong></p>
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<h4>Install SteamCMD (Ubuntu/Debian)</h4>
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<pre><code># Update package list
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sudo apt update
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# Enable 32-bit architecture
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sudo dpkg --add-architecture i386
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sudo apt update
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# Install SteamCMD
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sudo apt install -y lib32gcc-s1 steamcmd
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</code></pre>
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<h3>Linux Startup Script</h3>
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<pre><code>#!/bin/bash
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cd ~/arkserver/ShooterGame/Binaries/Linux
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./ShooterGameServer TheIsland?listen?SessionName=MyARKServer?ServerPassword=YOURPASSWORD?ServerAdminPassword=ADMINPASS?QueryPort=27015?Port=7777?MaxPlayers=20 > ~/arkserver.log 2>&1 &
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<h4>Download Server Files</h4>
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<pre><code># Create directory for game server
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mkdir -p ~/gameservers/arkse
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# Run SteamCMD and download
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steamcmd +login anonymous \
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+force_install_dir ~/gameservers/arkse \
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+app_update 376030 validate \
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+quit
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# Server files are now in ~/gameservers/arkse/
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cd ~/gameservers/arkse
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ls -la
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</code></pre>
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<h4>Windows Installation with SteamCMD</h4>
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<ol>
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<li>Download SteamCMD from: <a href="https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/client/installer/steamcmd.zip" target="_blank">https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/client/installer/steamcmd.zip</a></li>
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<li>Extract to <code>C:\steamcmd\</code></li>
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<li>Open Command Prompt and run:</li>
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</ol>
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<pre><code>cd C:\steamcmd
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steamcmd.exe +login anonymous ^
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+force_install_dir C:\gameservers\arkse ^
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+app_update 376030 validate ^
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+quit
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</code></pre>
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<h2 id="configuration">Server Configuration</h2>
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<h3>Configuration File Locations</h3>
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<p><strong>Windows:</strong></p>
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<pre><code>ShooterGame\Saved\Config\WindowsServer\GameUserSettings.ini
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ShooterGame\Saved\Config\WindowsServer\Game.ini
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</code></pre>
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<p>After installation, you'll need to configure your server. Here's where to find the configuration files and what settings you can change.</p>
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<p><strong>Linux:</strong></p>
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<pre><code>ShooterGame/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/GameUserSettings.ini
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ShooterGame/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/Game.ini
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</code></pre>
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<h3>GameUserSettings.ini - Key Settings</h3>
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<pre><code>[ServerSettings]
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ServerPassword=YourServerPassword
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ServerAdminPassword=YourAdminPassword
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ServerName=My ARK Server
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MaxPlayers=20
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DifficultyOffset=1.0
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ServerPVE=False
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AllowThirdPersonPlayer=True
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ShowMapPlayerLocation=True
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EnablePVPGamma=True
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ServerCrosshair=True
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RCONEnabled=True
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RCONPort=27020
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TheMaxStructuresInRange=10500
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# XP and Progression
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XPMultiplier=1.5
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TamingSpeedMultiplier=3.0
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HarvestAmountMultiplier=2.0
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HarvestHealthMultiplier=1.5
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ResourcesRespawnPeriodMultiplier=0.5
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# Player Stats
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PlayerCharacterWaterDrainMultiplier=1.0
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PlayerCharacterFoodDrainMultiplier=1.0
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PlayerCharacterStaminaDrainMultiplier=1.0
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PlayerCharacterHealthRecoveryMultiplier=1.0
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PlayerDamageMultiplier=1.0
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PlayerResistanceMultiplier=1.0
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# Dino Settings
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DinoCharacterFoodDrainMultiplier=1.0
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DinoCharacterStaminaDrainMultiplier=1.0
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DinoCharacterHealthRecoveryMultiplier=1.0
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DinoCountMultiplier=1.0
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DinoResistanceMultiplier=1.0
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DinoDamageMultiplier=1.0
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</code></pre>
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<h3>Available Maps</h3>
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<p>Replace the map name in your startup command:</p>
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<h3>Essential Settings</h3>
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<ul>
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<li><code>TheIsland</code> - Original ARK map</li>
|
||||
<li><code>TheCenter</code> - Free expansion map</li>
|
||||
<li><code>Ragnarok</code> - Free expansion map</li>
|
||||
<li><code>Valguero</code> - Free expansion map</li>
|
||||
<li><code>CrystalIsles</code> - Free expansion map</li>
|
||||
<li><code>ScorchedEarth_P</code> - Paid DLC</li>
|
||||
<li><code>Aberration_P</code> - Paid DLC</li>
|
||||
<li><code>Extinction</code> - Paid DLC</li>
|
||||
<li><code>Genesis</code> - Paid DLC</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Server Name:</strong> Set a descriptive name for your server</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Max Players:</strong> Configure based on your server's resources</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Password:</strong> Optional password protection for private servers</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Admin/RCON Password:</strong> Set a strong password for remote administration</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Game Mode:</strong> Configure game-specific modes and settings</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
|
||||
<h2 id="parameters">Startup Parameters</h2>
|
||||
<h3>Configuration Files</h3>
|
||||
<p>Important configuration files for this server:</p>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li><strong><code>ShooterGame/Saved/Config/WindowsServer/GameUserSettings.ini</code></strong> - Server Configurations</li>
|
||||
<li><strong><code>ShooterGame/Saved/Config/WindowsServer/Game.ini</code></strong> - Advanced Modifications</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Command Line Options</h3>
|
||||
<table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0;">
|
||||
<tr style="background: #f8f9fa;">
|
||||
<th style="padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left;">Parameter</th>
|
||||
<th style="padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left;">Description</th>
|
||||
</tr>
|
||||
<tr>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;"><code>?SessionName=NAME</code></td>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">Server name displayed in browser</td>
|
||||
</tr>
|
||||
<tr>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;"><code>?Port=7777</code></td>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">Game port (default 7777)</td>
|
||||
</tr>
|
||||
<tr>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;"><code>?QueryPort=27015</code></td>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">Steam query port</td>
|
||||
</tr>
|
||||
<tr>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;"><code>?ServerPassword=PASS</code></td>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">Password to join server</td>
|
||||
</tr>
|
||||
<tr>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;"><code>?ServerAdminPassword=PASS</code></td>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">Admin password for console</td>
|
||||
</tr>
|
||||
<tr>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;"><code>?MaxPlayers=20</code></td>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">Maximum player slots</td>
|
||||
</tr>
|
||||
<tr>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;"><code>?ServerPVE=true</code></td>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">Enable PVE mode</td>
|
||||
</tr>
|
||||
<tr>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;"><code>?AllowThirdPersonPlayer=true</code></td>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">Allow third-person view</td>
|
||||
</tr>
|
||||
<tr>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;"><code>?listen</code></td>
|
||||
<td style="padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">Required for dedicated server</td>
|
||||
</tr>
|
||||
</table>
|
||||
<h3>Server Commands</h3>
|
||||
<p>Common administrative commands (access via console or RCON):</p>
|
||||
<pre><code># Kick player
|
||||
kick [player_name]
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Port Forwarding Requirements</h3>
|
||||
<pre><code># Forward these ports on your router/firewall:
|
||||
UDP 7777 - Game Client Port
|
||||
UDP 7778 - Raw UDP Socket
|
||||
UDP 27015 - Steam Query Port
|
||||
TCP 27020 - RCON (if enabled)
|
||||
# Ban player
|
||||
ban [player_name]
|
||||
|
||||
# Linux firewall (UFW):
|
||||
sudo ufw allow 7777:7778/udp
|
||||
sudo ufw allow 27015/udp
|
||||
sudo ufw allow 27020/tcp
|
||||
sudo ufw reload
|
||||
# Change map/level (syntax varies by game)
|
||||
changelevel [map_name]
|
||||
|
||||
# Set admin password (if supported)
|
||||
setadminpassword [password]
|
||||
</code></pre>
|
||||
|
||||
<h2 id="troubleshooting">Troubleshooting</h2>
|
||||
<h2 id="parameters">⚙️ Startup Parameters</h2>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Basic Startup</h3>
|
||||
<pre><code># Generic startup command structure
|
||||
./server_executable [parameters]
|
||||
</code></pre>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Common Parameters</h3>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li><code>-port [number]</code> - Set the server port</li>
|
||||
<li><code>-maxplayers [number]</code> - Maximum player slots</li>
|
||||
<li><code>-map [name]</code> - Starting map/level</li>
|
||||
<li><code>-console</code> - Enable console output</li>
|
||||
<li><code>-nographics</code> - Run without graphics (headless mode)</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Creating a Start Script</h3>
|
||||
|
||||
<p><strong>Linux (start.sh):</strong></p>
|
||||
<pre><code>#!/bin/bash
|
||||
cd /path/to/server
|
||||
./server_executable [parameters] 2>&1 | tee server.log
|
||||
</code></pre>
|
||||
<pre><code>chmod +x start.sh
|
||||
./start.sh
|
||||
</code></pre>
|
||||
|
||||
<p><strong>Windows (start.bat):</strong></p>
|
||||
<pre><code>@echo off
|
||||
cd /d "%~dp0"
|
||||
server_executable.exe [parameters]
|
||||
pause
|
||||
</code></pre>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Running as a Service</h3>
|
||||
|
||||
<p><strong>Linux (systemd):</strong></p>
|
||||
<pre><code># Create service file: /etc/systemd/system/gameserver.service
|
||||
[Unit]
|
||||
Description=ARK: Survival Evolved Server
|
||||
After=network.target
|
||||
|
||||
[Service]
|
||||
Type=simple
|
||||
User=gameserver
|
||||
WorkingDirectory=/home/gameserver/server
|
||||
ExecStart=/home/gameserver/server/start.sh
|
||||
Restart=on-failure
|
||||
RestartSec=10
|
||||
|
||||
[Install]
|
||||
WantedBy=multi-user.target
|
||||
</code></pre>
|
||||
|
||||
<pre><code># Enable and start service
|
||||
sudo systemctl daemon-reload
|
||||
sudo systemctl enable gameserver
|
||||
sudo systemctl start gameserver
|
||||
sudo systemctl status gameserver
|
||||
</code></pre>
|
||||
|
||||
<h2 id="troubleshooting">🔧 Troubleshooting</h2>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Server Won't Start</h3>
|
||||
<p><strong>Problem:</strong> Server fails to start or crashes immediately.</p>
|
||||
<p><strong>Solutions:</strong></p>
|
||||
|
||||
<h4>Check Server Logs</h4>
|
||||
<pre><code># View recent log entries
|
||||
tail -f server.log
|
||||
|
||||
# Or check system logs
|
||||
journalctl -u gameserver -f
|
||||
</code></pre>
|
||||
|
||||
<h4>Port Already in Use</h4>
|
||||
<pre><code># Find what's using the port
|
||||
sudo lsof -i :[PORT]
|
||||
sudo netstat -tulpn | grep [PORT]
|
||||
|
||||
# Kill the process or change server port
|
||||
</code></pre>
|
||||
|
||||
<h4>Missing Dependencies</h4>
|
||||
<p>Ensure all required dependencies are installed. Check the error messages for missing libraries or packages.</p>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Connection Issues</h3>
|
||||
|
||||
<h4>Can't Connect to Server</h4>
|
||||
<ol>
|
||||
<li><strong>Verify server is running:</strong> <code>ps aux | grep server</code></li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Check port is listening:</strong> <code>netstat -an | grep [PORT]</code></li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Verify firewall rules</strong> (see Ports section above)</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Check server IP:</strong> Use external IP, not localhost</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Router/NAT:</strong> Ensure port forwarding is configured</li>
|
||||
</ol>
|
||||
|
||||
<h4>High Latency/Lag</h4>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li>Check log files in <code>ShooterGame/Saved/Logs/</code></li>
|
||||
<li>Verify Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable is installed (Windows)</li>
|
||||
<li>Ensure sufficient RAM and disk space</li>
|
||||
<li>Validate server files: <code>steamcmd +login anonymous +app_update 346110 validate +exit</code></li>
|
||||
<li>Check file permissions on Linux (<code>chmod +x</code> on server executable)</li>
|
||||
<li>Check server resource usage (CPU, RAM, disk I/O)</li>
|
||||
<li>Verify network bandwidth is adequate</li>
|
||||
<li>Consider server location relative to players</li>
|
||||
<li>Check for background processes consuming resources</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Cannot Connect to Server</h3>
|
||||
<p><strong>Problem:</strong> Players cannot connect or server not visible in browser.</p>
|
||||
<p><strong>Solutions:</strong></p>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li>Verify all ports are forwarded correctly (7777, 7778, 27015)</li>
|
||||
<li>Check firewall rules allow traffic</li>
|
||||
<li>Confirm QueryPort is set correctly and not in reserved range (27020-27050)</li>
|
||||
<li>Try direct connect using IP:Port in Steam</li>
|
||||
<li>Ensure server password is communicated correctly</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
<h3>Performance Issues</h3>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>High Resource Usage / Lag</h3>
|
||||
<p><strong>Problem:</strong> Server uses excessive resources or experiences lag.</p>
|
||||
<p><strong>Solutions:</strong></p>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li>Reduce max player count</li>
|
||||
<li>Disable or reduce mods</li>
|
||||
<li>Lower difficulty and resource multipliers</li>
|
||||
<li>Upgrade server hardware (especially RAM)</li>
|
||||
<li>Regular server restarts to clear memory</li>
|
||||
<li>Clean up abandoned structures with admin commands</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
<h4>Server Lag</h4>
|
||||
<ol>
|
||||
<li><strong>Monitor resources:</strong> Use <code>htop</code> or <code>top</code></li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Check disk I/O:</strong> Use <code>iotop</code></li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Review server logs</strong> for errors or warnings</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Reduce player count</strong> or increase server resources</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Optimize configuration</strong> based on server capacity</li>
|
||||
</ol>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Mod Issues</h3>
|
||||
<p><strong>Problem:</strong> Mods not loading or causing crashes.</p>
|
||||
<p><strong>Solutions:</strong></p>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li>Update mods via Steam Workshop</li>
|
||||
<li>Add mod IDs to GameUserSettings.ini: <code>ActiveMods=modid1,modid2</code></li>
|
||||
<li>Ensure mod compatibility with current game version</li>
|
||||
<li>Remove conflicting mods one at a time to identify culprit</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
<h4>Memory Leaks</h4>
|
||||
<pre><code># Monitor memory usage
|
||||
free -h
|
||||
top -p $(pgrep -f server)
|
||||
|
||||
# Restart server regularly via cron if needed
|
||||
0 4 * * * /home/gameserver/restart.sh
|
||||
</code></pre>
|
||||
|
||||
<h2 id="performance">Performance Optimization</h2>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Recommended Server Settings</h3>
|
||||
<h3>Server Tuning</h3>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li><strong>Small Server (5-10 players):</strong> 8GB RAM, dual-core CPU</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Medium Server (10-20 players):</strong> 12-16GB RAM, quad-core CPU</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Large Server (20+ players):</strong> 16-32GB RAM, high-performance CPU</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>CPU:</strong> Ensure adequate CPU allocation; most game servers are single-threaded</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>RAM:</strong> Allocate sufficient memory; monitor usage and adjust as needed</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Disk:</strong> Use SSD storage for better I/O performance</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Network:</strong> Ensure stable, low-latency connection</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Admin Console Commands</h3>
|
||||
<p>Enable admin: Press TAB, type <code>enablecheats ADMINPASSWORD</code></p>
|
||||
<h3>Operating System Optimization</h3>
|
||||
<pre><code># Increase file descriptor limits
|
||||
echo "* soft nofile 65536" >> /etc/security/limits.conf
|
||||
echo "* hard nofile 65536" >> /etc/security/limits.conf
|
||||
|
||||
# Network tuning
|
||||
sysctl -w net.core.rmem_max=16777216
|
||||
sysctl -w net.core.wmem_max=16777216
|
||||
sysctl -w net.ipv4.tcp_rmem="4096 87380 16777216"
|
||||
sysctl -w net.ipv4.tcp_wmem="4096 87380 16777216"
|
||||
</code></pre>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Monitoring</h3>
|
||||
<p>Set up monitoring to track server health:</p>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li><code>SaveWorld</code> - Force save the game</li>
|
||||
<li><code>DestroyWildDinos</code> - Respawn all wild dinosaurs</li>
|
||||
<li><code>SetTimeOfDay HH:MM:SS</code> - Set time of day</li>
|
||||
<li><code>admincheat KillPlayer PLAYERNAME</code> - Kill a player</li>
|
||||
<li><code>admincheat BanPlayer PLAYERNAME</code> - Ban a player</li>
|
||||
<li><code>admincheat Broadcast MESSAGE</code> - Server-wide message</li>
|
||||
<li>CPU and memory usage</li>
|
||||
<li>Network traffic and latency</li>
|
||||
<li>Player count and activity</li>
|
||||
<li>Error rates and crash logs</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Backup Strategy</h3>
|
||||
<pre><code># Backup save files regularly
|
||||
# Location: ShooterGame/Saved/SavedArks/
|
||||
|
||||
# Linux backup script:
|
||||
#!/bin/bash
|
||||
BACKUP_DIR="/path/to/backups"
|
||||
<pre><code>#!/bin/bash
|
||||
# backup.sh - Run via cron
|
||||
DATE=$(date +%Y%m%d_%H%M%S)
|
||||
cd ~/arkserver/ShooterGame/Saved
|
||||
tar -czf $BACKUP_DIR/ark_backup_$DATE.tar.gz SavedArks/
|
||||
BACKUP_DIR="/backups/gameserver"
|
||||
SERVER_DIR="/home/gameserver/server"
|
||||
|
||||
# Create backup
|
||||
tar -czf $BACKUP_DIR/backup_$DATE.tar.gz -C $SERVER_DIR .
|
||||
|
||||
# Keep only last 7 days
|
||||
find $BACKUP_DIR -name "ark_backup_*.tar.gz" -mtime +7 -delete
|
||||
find $BACKUP_DIR -name "backup_*.tar.gz" -mtime +7 -delete
|
||||
</code></pre>
|
||||
|
||||
<h2 id="security">Security Best Practices</h2>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Firewall Configuration</h3>
|
||||
<pre><code># Minimal firewall - only allow necessary ports
|
||||
sudo ufw default deny incoming
|
||||
sudo ufw default allow outgoing
|
||||
sudo ufw allow [SERVER_PORT]/tcp
|
||||
sudo ufw allow [SERVER_PORT]/udp
|
||||
sudo ufw allow 22/tcp # SSH
|
||||
sudo ufw enable
|
||||
</code></pre>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Strong Passwords</h3>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li>Use strong, unique passwords for admin/RCON access</li>
|
||||
<li>Never use default passwords</li>
|
||||
<li>Change passwords regularly</li>
|
||||
<li>Don't share admin credentials unnecessarily</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Regular Updates</h3>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li>Keep server software updated to the latest stable version</li>
|
||||
<li>Update operating system and dependencies regularly</li>
|
||||
<li>Subscribe to security advisories for your game</li>
|
||||
<li>Test updates on a staging server before production deployment</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Access Control</h3>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li>Limit SSH access to specific IPs if possible</li>
|
||||
<li>Use SSH keys instead of passwords</li>
|
||||
<li>Disable root login via SSH</li>
|
||||
<li>Implement fail2ban or similar intrusion prevention</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>DDoS Protection</h3>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li>Consider DDoS protection services (Cloudflare, OVH, etc.)</li>
|
||||
<li>Implement rate limiting where supported</li>
|
||||
<li>Monitor for unusual traffic patterns</li>
|
||||
<li>Have an incident response plan</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
|
||||
<h2>Additional Resources</h2>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li><a href="https://ark.fandom.com/wiki/Dedicated_server_setup" target="_blank">ARK Wiki - Dedicated Server Setup</a></li>
|
||||
<li><a href="https://ark.wiki.gg/wiki/Server_configuration" target="_blank">ARK Official Wiki - Server Configuration</a></li>
|
||||
<li><a href="https://steamcommunity.com/app/346110/discussions/" target="_blank">Steam Community Discussions</a></li>
|
||||
<li><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/playark/" target="_blank">r/playark - Community Support</a></li>
|
||||
<li>Official ARK: Survival Evolved documentation and forums</li>
|
||||
<li>Community wikis and guides</li>
|
||||
<li>Game-specific Discord or Reddit communities</li>
|
||||
<li>Server hosting provider documentation</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="background: #78350f; padding: 20px; border-left: 4px solid #f59e0b; margin: 20px 0; border-radius: 4px;">
|
||||
<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0;"><i class="fas fa-exclamation-triangle" style="color: #fbbf24; margin-right: 8px;"></i>Important Notes</h3>
|
||||
<ul style="color: #fef3c7; line-height: 1.8;">
|
||||
<li>Always keep your server updated via SteamCMD to match client versions</li>
|
||||
<li>Make regular automated backups of save files</li>
|
||||
<li>Monitor resource usage and adjust player limits accordingly</li>
|
||||
<li>Use strong admin passwords and protect RCON access</li>
|
||||
<li>Test mods thoroughly before deploying to live server</li>
|
||||
<ul style="color: #fef3c7; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<li>Always make backups before making configuration changes</li>
|
||||
<li>Keep your server and dependencies updated</li>
|
||||
<li>Monitor server resources and player activity</li>
|
||||
<li>Follow the game's End User License Agreement (EULA) and Terms of Service</li>
|
||||
<li>Join community forums for support and best practices</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
<p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 30px; color: #666;">
|
||||
<em>Last updated: November 2025 | For ARK: Survival Evolved server hosting</em>
|
||||
</p>
|
||||
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