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DayZ Mod (Arma 2 OA) — Complete Dedicated Server Guide

Startup Parameters

Default command line

arma2oaserver.exe -port=2302 -config=server.cfg -cfg=basic.cfg -profiles=ServerProfile -mod=@mod1;@mod2

Parameters (exhaustive, server-relevant only)

• -port=<port> — Server port. Default: 2302.
• -config=<file> — Server config file (server.cfg).
• -cfg=<file> — Basic config file (basic.cfg).
• -profiles=<dir> — Profile directory.
• -mod=<mods> — Mod folders (semicolon separated).
• -serverMod=<mods> — Server-side only mods.
• -name=<profilename> — Server profile name.
• -world=<worldname> — Empty world name.
• -noSound — Disable sound processing.
• -nosplash — Skip intro videos.
• -noPause — Don't pause when not focused.
• -cpuCount=<num> — CPU core count override.
• -maxMem=<mb> — Maximum memory usage.

Ports

• Game: UDP 2302 (primary)
• Query: UDP 2303 (game port + 1)
• BattlEye: UDP 2344 (if enabled)

Config Files & Locations

Windows:

• server.cfg — Main server configuration
• basic.cfg — Basic networking and performance settings
• ServerProfile/ — Profile directory with logs and user data
• MPMissions/ — Mission files directory
• keys/ — Signature keys for mod verification

Linux:

• ~/arma/server.cfg — Main server configuration
• ~/arma/basic.cfg — Basic networking settings
• ~/arma/ServerProfile/ — Profile directory
• ~/arma/MPMissions/ — Mission files
• ~/arma/keys/ — Signature keys

Key Files:

• server.cfg: Server name, password, mission rotation, admin settings
• basic.cfg: Network bandwidth and performance tuning
• Profile logs: Server performance and error logs

Steam Workshop

Not supported by this game.

Common Mods (curated)

• DayZ Epoch

  • Purpose: Enhanced DayZ experience with base building and vehicles.
  • Install: Download server and client files, place in @DayZ_Epoch folder.
  • Configure: Database setup and server configuration in @hive folder.

• DayZ Overwatch

  • Purpose: Military-focused DayZ variant with additional weapons.
  • Install: Download mod files, combine with Epoch for Overpoch.
  • Configure: Mission file configuration for weapon spawns.

• infiSTAR

  • Purpose: Advanced anti-hack and admin tools.
  • Install: Purchase and download, server-side installation only.
  • Configure: Admin IDs and settings in infiSTAR configuration files.

Database

Engine: MySQL (required for character persistence)

Configuration File: @hive/HiveExt.ini

[Database]
Type = mysql
Host = localhost
Port = 3306
Database = dayz_epoch
Username = dayz_user
Password = your_password_here

[Characters]
;Enables persistence
LoadCharacter = true
SaveCharacter = true

Database Setup:

1. Install MySQL server
2. Create database: CREATE DATABASE dayz_epoch;
3. Import schema from mod documentation
4. Create user with appropriate permissions
5. Test connection before starting server

Backup Strategy:

• Daily automated backups of character and vehicle data
• Retention of 7 daily backups
• Test restore procedures regularly
• Monitor database size and performance

Administration & Scripting

Remote Administration:

• RCON (Remote Console) access for server management
• Web-based admin panels (game-specific or third-party)
• In-game admin commands and permissions

Backup Strategy:

• Automated daily backups of save files and configuration
• Rotate backups (keep 7 daily, 4 weekly, 12 monthly)
• Test backup restoration procedures regularly
• Store backups in separate location/drive

Auto-Update:

• Use SteamCMD for automatic server updates (Steam games)
• Schedule updates during low-traffic periods
• Backup before applying updates
• Monitor for update announcements and patch notes

Monitoring:

• Server performance monitoring (CPU, memory, network)
• Player connection logs and statistics
• Error log monitoring and alerting
• Uptime tracking and availability reporting

Troubleshooting (game-specific)

"Waiting for host" infinite loop

• Cause: Database connection issues or incorrect mission file
• Fix: Verify MySQL connection in HiveExt.ini, check mission PBO integrity, review server RPT logs

"No message received" / Player disconnect

• Cause: Network timeout or BattlEye issues
• Fix: Optimize basic.cfg network settings, update BattlEye filters, check server performance

Database connection failed

• Cause: MySQL server down or incorrect credentials
• Fix: Verify MySQL service running, check HiveExt.ini credentials, test database connectivity

Script restriction kicks

• Cause: BattlEye script filters blocking legitimate commands
• Fix: Update BattlEye filters from mod documentation, merge custom filter exceptions

Character reset / Database issues

• Cause: Database corruption or incorrect instance configuration
• Fix: Verify database integrity, check Instance ID matches between DB and config