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/**
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* Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead Server Documentation
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* Comprehensive guide for hosting and managing Arma 2: OA dedicated servers
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*
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* Sources: Bohemia Interactive Wiki, LGSM, Steam Community
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* Last Updated: November 10, 2025
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* Note: This version is the base for DayZ Mod servers (requires Combined Operations)
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* Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead Server Documentation - Comprehensive Guide
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* General game server hosting information (not platform-specific)
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*/
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<!-- Navigation -->
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<div class="doc-nav">
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<h3>📚 Quick Navigation</h3>
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<a href="#overview">Overview</a>
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<a href="#ports">🔌 Ports</a>
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<a href="#installation">Installation</a>
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<a href="#configuration">Configuration</a>
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<a href="#startup">⚙️ Startup Parameters</a>
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<a href="#dayzmod">DayZ Mod Setup</a>
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<a href="#troubleshooting">🔧 Troubleshooting</a>
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<a href="#performance">Performance</a>
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<a href="#resources">Resources</a>
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<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0;">📚 Quick Navigation</h3>
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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;">⚙️ 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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<h1 id="overview">Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead Server Guide</h1>
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<h1>Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead Server Hosting Guide</h1>
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<div class="info-box">
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<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0;">Quick Information</h3>
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<ul style="color: #e5e7eb; line-height: 1.8;">
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Game:</strong> Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead (Military Simulation)</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Developer:</strong> Bohemia Interactive</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Release:</strong> 2010 (Legacy game)</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Server Type:</strong> Dedicated Server (Windows/Linux)</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;">2302 UDP</code></li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Max Players:</strong> 50-100+ configurable</li>
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<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Special Note:</strong> Required base for DayZ Mod (with Combined Operations)</li>
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<h2>Overview</h2>
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<p>Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead 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 Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead 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;">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;">33930</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;">cfg\server.cfg</code> - Server settings</li>
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<li><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">cfg\basic.cfg</code> - Basic Network settings</li>
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<li><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">cfg\battleye\beserver.cfg</code> - BattlEye Rcon Password</li>
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<li><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">cfg\hiveext.ini</code> - DB settings and Date/Time</li>
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<li><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">cfg\users\dayz\dayz.arma2oaprofile</code> - Difficulty Settings</li>
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<li><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">steam_appid.txt</code> - For DayZmod: 224580 All others: 33930</li>
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<li><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">bec\config\scheduler.xml</code> - BEC Scheduler</li>
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<li><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">bec\config\admins.xml</code> - BEC Admins</li>
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<li><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">bec\config\whitelist.xml</code> - BEC Whitelist</li>
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<li><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">bec\config\fortune.txt</code> - BEC Message List</li>
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</ul></li>
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</ul>
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</div>
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<p><strong>Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead</strong> is the standalone expansion for Arma 2. When combined with Arma 2 (Combined Operations), it serves as the foundation for the popular <strong>DayZ Mod</strong>. This guide covers dedicated server setup for both standard OA gameplay and DayZ Mod hosting.</p>
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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 Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead 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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<h2 id="ports">🔌 Server Ports</h2>
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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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<table class="ports-table">
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<thead>
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<tr>
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<th>Port</th>
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<th>Protocol</th>
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<th>Purpose</th>
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<th>Status</th>
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</tr>
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</thead>
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<tbody>
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<tr>
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<td><code>2302</code></td>
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<td>UDP</td>
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<td>Game Port - Primary connection port</td>
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<td><span class="required">REQUIRED</span></td>
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</tr>
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<tr>
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<td><code>2303</code></td>
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<td>UDP</td>
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<td>Steam Query Port - Server browser</td>
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<td><span class="required">REQUIRED</span></td>
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</tr>
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<tr>
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<td><code>2304</code></td>
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<td>UDP</td>
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<td>Steam Port - Steam connectivity</td>
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<td><span class="required">REQUIRED</span></td>
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</tr>
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<tr>
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<td><code>2305</code></td>
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<td>UDP</td>
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<td>VON (Voice Over Network)</td>
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<td><span class="optional">Optional</span></td>
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</tr>
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</tbody>
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</table>
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# Windows Firewall
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netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead Server" dir=in action=allow protocol=TCP localport=[PORT]
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netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead Server" dir=in action=allow protocol=UDP localport=[PORT]
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</code></pre>
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<h3>Firewall Configuration</h3>
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<h4>UFW (Ubuntu/Debian)</h4>
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<pre><code>sudo ufw allow 2302:2305/udp comment 'Arma 2 OA Server'</code></pre>
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<h4>FirewallD (CentOS/RHEL)</h4>
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<pre><code>sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=2302-2305/udp
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sudo firewall-cmd --reload</code></pre>
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<h4>Windows Firewall</h4>
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<pre><code>New-NetFirewallRule -DisplayName "Arma 2 OA Server" -Direction Inbound -Protocol UDP -LocalPort 2302-2305 -Action Allow</code></pre>
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<h2 id="startup">⚙️ Startup Parameters</h2>
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<h3>Windows Startup</h3>
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<pre><code>arma2oaserver.exe -port=2302 -config=server.cfg -cfg=basic.cfg -profiles=SC -mod=@mod1;@mod2</code></pre>
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<h3>Linux Startup</h3>
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<pre><code>./arma2oaserver -port=2302 -config=server.cfg -cfg=basic.cfg -profiles=SC -mod=@mod1;@mod2</code></pre>
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<h3>Key Parameters</h3>
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<table class="ports-table">
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<thead>
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<tr>
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<th>Parameter</th>
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<th>Description</th>
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<th>Example</th>
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</tr>
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</thead>
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<tbody>
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<tr>
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<td><code>-port=</code></td>
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<td>Game port</td>
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<td><code>-port=2302</code></td>
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</tr>
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<tr>
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<td><code>-config=</code></td>
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<td>Path to server.cfg</td>
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<td><code>-config=server.cfg</code></td>
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</tr>
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<tr>
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<td><code>-cfg=</code></td>
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<td>Path to basic.cfg</td>
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<td><code>-cfg=basic.cfg</code></td>
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</tr>
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<tr>
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<td><code>-profiles=</code></td>
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<td>Profile folder</td>
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<td><code>-profiles=SC</code></td>
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</tr>
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<tr>
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<td><code>-mod=</code></td>
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<td>Mods to load</td>
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<td><code>-mod=@DayZ;@DayZ_Epoch</code></td>
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</tr>
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<tr>
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<td><code>-world=</code></td>
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<td>Default world</td>
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<td><code>-world=Takistan</code></td>
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</tr>
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</tbody>
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</table>
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<h2 id="dayzmod">DayZ Mod Setup</h2>
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<div class="warning-box">
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<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0;">DayZ Mod Requirements</h3>
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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>Requires <strong>Arma 2: Combined Operations</strong> (Arma 2 + Operation Arrowhead)</li>
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<li>DayZ Mod files must be installed in <code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">@DayZ</code> folder</li>
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<li>Optional variants: DayZ Epoch, DayZ Overpoch, DayZ Origins</li>
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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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<h3>DayZ Mod Startup Example</h3>
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<pre><code># Standard DayZ Mod
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-mod=Expansion\beta;Expansion\beta\Expansion;ca;@DayZ -world=Chernarus
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<h2 id="installation">Installation & Setup</h2>
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# DayZ Epoch
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-mod=Expansion\beta;Expansion\beta\Expansion;ca;@DayZ_Epoch -world=Chernarus
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# DayZ Overpoch (Overwatch + Epoch)
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-mod=Expansion\beta;Expansion\beta\Expansion;ca;@DayZ_Overwatch;@DayZ_Epoch</code></pre>
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<h3>Common DayZ Mod Variants</h3>
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<h3>System Requirements</h3>
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<ul>
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<li><strong>DayZ Mod:</strong> Original zombie survival mod</li>
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<li><strong>DayZ Epoch:</strong> Building/crafting focus</li>
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<li><strong>DayZ Overpoch:</strong> Overwatch + Epoch combined</li>
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<li><strong>DayZ Origins:</strong> Custom lore and mechanics</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>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 ~/gameserver
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cd ~/gameserver
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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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<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: 33930</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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<h4>Download Server Files</h4>
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<pre><code># Create directory for game server
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mkdir -p ~/gameservers/arma2oa
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# Run SteamCMD and download
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steamcmd +login anonymous \
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+force_install_dir ~/gameservers/arma2oa \
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+app_update 33930 validate \
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+quit
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# Server files are now in ~/gameservers/arma2oa/
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cd ~/gameservers/arma2oa
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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\arma2oa ^
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+app_update 33930 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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<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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<h3>Essential Settings</h3>
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<ul>
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<li><strong>Server Name:</strong> Set a descriptive name for your server</li>
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<li><strong>Max Players:</strong> Configure based on your server's resources</li>
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<li><strong>Password:</strong> Optional password protection for private servers</li>
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<li><strong>Admin/RCON Password:</strong> Set a strong password for remote administration</li>
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<li><strong>Game Mode:</strong> Configure game-specific modes and settings</li>
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</ul>
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<h3>Configuration Files</h3>
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<p>Important configuration files for this server:</p>
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<ul>
|
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<li><strong><code>cfg\server.cfg</code></strong> - Server settings</li>
|
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<li><strong><code>cfg\basic.cfg</code></strong> - Basic Network settings</li>
|
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<li><strong><code>cfg\battleye\beserver.cfg</code></strong> - BattlEye Rcon Password</li>
|
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<li><strong><code>cfg\hiveext.ini</code></strong> - DB settings and Date/Time</li>
|
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<li><strong><code>cfg\users\dayz\dayz.arma2oaprofile</code></strong> - Difficulty Settings</li>
|
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<li><strong><code>steam_appid.txt</code></strong> - For DayZmod: 224580 All others: 33930</li>
|
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<li><strong><code>bec\config\scheduler.xml</code></strong> - BEC Scheduler</li>
|
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<li><strong><code>bec\config\admins.xml</code></strong> - BEC Admins</li>
|
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<li><strong><code>bec\config\whitelist.xml</code></strong> - BEC Whitelist</li>
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<li><strong><code>bec\config\fortune.txt</code></strong> - BEC Message List</li>
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</ul>
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<h3>Server Commands</h3>
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<p>Common administrative commands (access via console or RCON):</p>
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<pre><code># Kick player
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kick [player_name]
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# Ban player
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ban [player_name]
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# Change map/level (syntax varies by game)
|
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changelevel [map_name]
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# Set admin password (if supported)
|
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setadminpassword [password]
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</code></pre>
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<h2 id="parameters">⚙️ Startup Parameters</h2>
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<h3>Basic Startup</h3>
|
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<pre><code># Generic startup command structure
|
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./server_executable [parameters]
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</code></pre>
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|
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<h3>Common Parameters</h3>
|
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<ul>
|
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<li><code>-port [number]</code> - Set the server port</li>
|
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<li><code>-maxplayers [number]</code> - Maximum player slots</li>
|
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<li><code>-map [name]</code> - Starting map/level</li>
|
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<li><code>-console</code> - Enable console output</li>
|
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<li><code>-nographics</code> - Run without graphics (headless mode)</li>
|
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</ul>
|
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|
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<h3>Creating a Start Script</h3>
|
||||
|
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<p><strong>Linux (start.sh):</strong></p>
|
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<pre><code>#!/bin/bash
|
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cd /path/to/server
|
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./server_executable [parameters] 2>&1 | tee server.log
|
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</code></pre>
|
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<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=Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead Server
|
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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>
|
||||
|
||||
<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><strong>Missing Beta Folder:</strong> Ensure <code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">Expansion\beta</code> exists for DayZ</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Port Conflicts:</strong> Check if 2302 is already in use</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Config Errors:</strong> Validate server.cfg syntax (semicolons required)</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>Players Can't Join</h3>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li>Verify firewall allows UDP 2302-2305</li>
|
||||
<li>Check mod versions match between server and clients</li>
|
||||
<li>Ensure BattlEye is enabled if required</li>
|
||||
</ul>
|
||||
<h3>Performance Issues</h3>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>DayZ Mod Issues</h3>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li><strong>Database connection:</strong> MySQL required for DayZ Epoch/Overpoch</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>HiveExt errors:</strong> Check <code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">@DayZ_Epoch\HiveExt.ini</code> configuration</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Loot not spawning:</strong> Verify mission file and database tables</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>
|
||||
|
||||
<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>Server.cfg Performance Settings</h3>
|
||||
<pre><code>MaxMsgSend = 256;
|
||||
MaxSizeGuaranteed = 512;
|
||||
MaxSizeNonguaranteed = 256;
|
||||
MinBandwidth = 131072;
|
||||
MaxBandwidth = 10000000000;
|
||||
MinErrorToSend = 0.001;
|
||||
MaxCustomFileSize = 160000;</code></pre>
|
||||
|
||||
<h3>Hardware Recommendations</h3>
|
||||
<h3>Server Tuning</h3>
|
||||
<ul>
|
||||
<li><strong>CPU:</strong> 2-4 cores, 3.0+ GHz</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>RAM:</strong> 4-8 GB minimum</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Storage:</strong> HDD acceptable, SSD preferred</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Network:</strong> 50+ Mbps</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>
|
||||
|
||||
<h2 id="related-mods">🔌 Related Mods & Plugins</h2>
|
||||
<p>Popular server modifications and admin tools compatible with ARMA 2 Operation Arrowhead:</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><a href="../dayzmod/">DayZ Mod</a> - Zombie survival mod with persistence and Hive architecture</li>
|
||||
<li><a href="../epochmod/">Epoch Mod</a> - Base building, traders, and dynamic economy for DayZ</li>
|
||||
<li><a href="../bec/">BEC (BattlEye Extended Controls)</a> - Server scheduler, auto-restart, and admin commands</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>
|
||||
|
||||
<h2 id="resources">📚 Resources</h2>
|
||||
<h3>Backup Strategy</h3>
|
||||
<pre><code>#!/bin/bash
|
||||
# backup.sh - Run via cron
|
||||
DATE=$(date +%Y%m%d_%H%M%S)
|
||||
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 "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><a href="https://community.bistudio.com/wiki/Arma_2:_Operation_Arrowhead:_Dedicated_Server" target="_blank">BI Wiki - OA Dedicated Server</a></li>
|
||||
<li><a href="https://github.com/GameServerManagers/LinuxGSM" target="_blank">LinuxGSM - Arma 2 OA Script</a></li>
|
||||
<li><a href="https://dayzepoch.com/" target="_blank">DayZ Epoch Official Site</a></li>
|
||||
<li><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/dayzmod/" target="_blank">r/dayzmod Community</a></li>
|
||||
<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>
|
||||
|
||||
<div class="warning-box">
|
||||
<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>Official Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead 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><strong>Legacy Game:</strong> Arma 2 OA is a 2010 game; community support is limited</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>DayZ Standalone Exists:</strong> Consider DayZ Standalone for modern experience</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Combined Operations:</strong> Required for DayZ Mod functionality</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Database Required:</strong> DayZ Epoch/Overpoch need MySQL database</li>
|
||||
<li><strong>Backup Regularly:</strong> Always backup database and mission files</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>
|
||||
|
||||
<hr style="margin: 40px 0; border: none; border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.1);">
|
||||
|
||||
<p style="text-align: center; color: rgba(255,255,255,0.6); font-size: 0.9em;">
|
||||
<strong>Documentation Version:</strong> 1.0 | <strong>Last Updated:</strong> November 10, 2025<br>
|
||||
<strong>Sources:</strong> Bohemia Interactive Wiki, LinuxGSM, DayZ Epoch Community<br>
|
||||
<em>For DayZ Standalone, see our <a href="/docs.php?action=view&doc=dayz">DayZ Standalone Guide</a>.</em>
|
||||
<p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 30px; color: #666;">
|
||||
<em>Last updated: November 2025 | For Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead server hosting</em>
|
||||
</p>
|
||||
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