RCON (Remote Console) is a network protocol that allows you to control game servers remotely. It provides access to the server console without needing to interact directly with the server environment. This way, you can execute administrative commands, adjust configuration parameters, or retrieve server status information.
In DayZ, RCON is used to run server-side commands such as managing players, changing gameplay settings, or fetching diagnostic outputs. The connection is password-protected and operates over a designated port accessible via compatible RCON clients.
A major advantage of RCON is that you manage the server without needing to be connected as a player in the game. Server admins can conveniently monitor and control DayZ through external tools, command lines, or web dashboards – offering maximum flexibility and convenience for remote management.
After connecting via RCON, you can execute various administrative and diagnostic commands on the DayZ server. Available commands depend on the game engine but typically include player management, status queries, and server control.
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
#login <password> | Logs you in as RCON admin |
#logout | Ends the admin session |
#kick <playerName> | Kicks a player from the server |
#ban <playerName> | Permanently bans a player |
#exec ban <playerID> | Bans a player via Steam64ID (BattlEye) |
#exec unban <playerID> | Lifts a ban for a player |
#shutdown | Shuts down the server |
#monitor <seconds> | Displays performance data every x seconds |
#lock | Locks the server to new connections |
#unlock | Unlocks the server |
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