https://iaregamer.com en Serendipity 2.0.4 - http://www.s9y.org/ Wed, 17 Jun 2020 20:10:54 GMT https://iaregamer.com 100 21 General (1) if your server is not responding, submit a ticket or contact us on Discord (2) if you need help with scripting, contact us on Discord and let us know what you need (3) confused? contact us on Discord General Each game has its own category with specific information about that game including the query (and other) ports. Look in the FAQ category for your game. If your game is not listed, or the query port is not specified then its probably the SAME as your SERVER PORT. If it still doesnt work, submit a ticket and we will find out ASAP for you (and update the FAQ) Panel <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/g45JbifloFQ" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Error Messages Often the message (Failed with Server Query) means its just taking a long time for the server to start, give it some time and see what happens. Check your logs for error messages. Your server MAY have been misconfigured and is not starting correctly. BUT have you recently changed any files? The most common reason is the server is crashing or fails to start because of invalid, missing files or something is misconfigured. Restore the BACKUP you made before editing your server. (You DID backup, right?) If you have NOT made any changes, contact support and we will investigate. Ark Query port is your SERVER port +2 Arma Query port is your SERVER port +1 Conan Exiles Query port is your SERVER port +2 Rcon port is your SERVER port + 3 Dayz Dayz MOD query port is your SERVER port +1 Dayz STANDALONE query port is your SERVER port +3 Killing Floor Query port is your SERVER port +1 Panel Does the error mention TLS or secure connection? Try different encryption settings. Our FTP servers do not have TLS enabled. Panel In your Game Monitor, click on the MYSQL button and then login to PHPMYADMIN. Select EXPORT and save the file on your local PC. To RESTORE, delete ALL TABLES, FUNCTIONS and DATA from your DB then IMPORT your file Panel We protect the <strong>server executable</strong> and the <strong>startup script</strong> to disallow modifications by the user. If you need to change this file, contact support. Panel If you click on the INSTALL/UPDATE button it will validate all your Steam files. If you want to WIPE your server and reinstall fresh, 'check' the checkbox on the upper left of the FILE MANAGER and REMOVE all files. Then press INSTALL/UPDATE and Steam will replace all the missing files. Dayz BEC is preinstalled with your server. You can set the scheduler.xml to restart at intervals. There is a scheduler_faq.xml file inside your bec/config folder that will explain in detail how to configure the scheduler. As always, if you need help just ask on Discord. Game Monitor The Game Monitor is your main control center for managing your game server. From here you can:

Server Status: View real-time information about your server including player count, map, and server status
Start/Stop/Restart: Control your server's power state with dedicated buttons
Update Server: Keep your game server files up to date with automatic or manual updates
View Logs: Monitor server logs to troubleshoot issues or track player activity
RCON Console: Send commands directly to your server if supported by the game

The monitor refreshes automatically to give you up-to-date information about your server's performance and status. Game Monitor From the Game Monitor page:

Start: Click the "Start" button to launch your server. Wait for the status to show as "Online"
Stop: Click the "Stop" button to safely shut down your server
Restart: Click "Restart" to stop and start your server in one action

Important: Always use these controls rather than killing processes directly. This ensures proper shutdown and prevents data corruption.

If your server fails to start, check the server logs for error messages that can help identify configuration issues. Scheduler The Scheduler is a cron-like system that allows you to automate server tasks at specific times or intervals.

What is Cron? Cron is a time-based job scheduler used in Unix-like systems (Linux). The panel's Scheduler brings this functionality to game server management.

Common uses:
• Automatic server restarts (daily, weekly, etc.)
• Scheduled server updates
• Backup creation at regular intervals
• Sending automated messages to players
• Running custom scripts or commands

Access the Scheduler from the main menu to create, edit, or delete scheduled tasks for your servers. Scheduler The Scheduler uses cron syntax, which may be unfamiliar to Windows users. Here's a simple guide:

Cron Format: * * * * * (5 fields separated by spaces)
Position 1: Minute (0-59)
Position 2: Hour (0-23, where 0 = midnight)
Position 3: Day of month (1-31)
Position 4: Month (1-12)
Position 5: Day of week (0-7, where 0 and 7 = Sunday)

Examples:
• 0 6 * * * - Every day at 6:00 AM
• 0 0 * * 0 - Every Sunday at midnight
• */30 * * * * - Every 30 minutes
• 0 4 * * 1 - Every Monday at 4:00 AM

Special characters:
• * means "every" (every minute, hour, etc.)
• */X means "every X units" (*/15 = every 15 minutes)
• X,Y means "at X and Y" (1,15 = 1st and 15th)
• X-Y means "from X to Y" (9-17 = 9 AM to 5 PM) Scheduler Here are practical examples for common server management tasks:

Daily Restart at 6 AM:
Schedule: 0 6 * * *
Action: Restart Server

Weekly Restart (Sunday 3 AM):
Schedule: 0 3 * * 0
Action: Restart Server

Hourly Server Update Check:
Schedule: 0 * * * *
Action: Update Server

Daily Backup at Midnight:
Schedule: 0 0 * * *
Action: Create Backup

Maintenance Window (2 AM - 4 AM daily):
Stop: 0 2 * * *
Start: 0 4 * * *

Remember to consider your server's time zone and peak player hours when scheduling restarts or maintenance. Dashboard The Dashboard is your overview page that displays key information about all your servers and account:

Server Status Widgets: Quick view of all your servers' online/offline status
Resource Usage: CPU, memory, and disk usage for your servers
Player Activity: Current player counts across all your game servers
Recent Events: Server starts, stops, updates, and other activities
Quick Actions: Fast access to common tasks like starting/stopping servers
System Alerts: Important notifications about your servers or account

The Dashboard refreshes automatically and serves as your central command center for monitoring multiple game servers at a glance. File Management The panel provides several ways to edit your server configuration files:

Config Files Editor: Built-in editor for game-specific configuration files with syntax highlighting
File Manager: Browser-based file manager to upload, download, edit, and organize all server files
FTP Access: Use your favorite FTP client to manage files directly

Important Tips:
• Always backup configuration files before making changes
• Stop your server before editing critical config files
• Some files are protected and cannot be modified for security reasons
• Test configuration changes carefully - invalid configs can prevent server startup
• Use the built-in editor when possible as it provides validation and syntax checking File Management The File Manager is a web-based interface for managing your server files:

Navigation: Click folders to browse your server directory structure
Upload Files: Drag and drop files or use the upload button to add files to your server
Edit Files: Click on text files to open the built-in editor
Download Files: Right-click files to download them to your computer
Create Folders: Use the "New Folder" button to organize your files
Delete Files: Select files and click delete (be careful - this is permanent!)
Permissions: View and modify file permissions if your game requires specific settings

The File Manager supports most common file operations and is perfect for quick changes without needing a separate FTP client. Backup & Restore The panel provides comprehensive backup and restore functionality:

Automatic Backups: Schedule regular backups of your server files and data
Manual Backups: Create instant backups before making major changes
Database Backups: Export MySQL databases associated with your game servers
Selective Restore: Restore specific files or folders rather than entire server
Download Backups: Download backup files to your local computer for safekeeping

Best Practices:
• Always backup before major updates or configuration changes
• Keep multiple backup versions (daily, weekly, monthly)
• Test restore procedures periodically to ensure backups work
• Store important backups offline for maximum protection Server Management The panel provides multiple update options for keeping your servers current:

Automatic Updates: Enable automatic Steam updates when new game versions are released
Manual Updates: Check for and apply updates on-demand from the Game Monitor
Scheduled Updates: Use the Scheduler to update servers during low-traffic periods
Validation: Verify and repair corrupted game files using Steam's validation system
Rollback: Restore previous game versions if needed (when backups are available)

Update Tips:
• Monitor update logs for any errors during the process
• Consider backing up before major game updates
• Some updates may require server restart or configuration changes
• Test servers after updates to ensure mods and plugins still work Server Management RCON (Remote Console) allows you to send commands directly to your game server:

Accessing RCON: Click the "Console" or "RCON" button in your Game Monitor
Authentication: RCON may require a password set in your server configuration
Common Commands:
• say [message] - Send message to all players
• kick [player] - Remove a player from the server
• ban [player] - Permanently ban a player
• status - Show server status and player list
• changelevel [map] - Change to a different map

Note: Available commands vary by game. Not all games support RCON functionality. Check your specific game's documentation for supported commands.