Installing and Managing Mods on a DayZ Server

Mods enhance the DayZ experience by adding new weapons, maps, mechanics, and more. This tutorial will guide you through installing and managing mods on your DayZ server.

📌 Prerequisites

• A DayZ server hosted with VolticHost.

• Access to the server files via FTP or File Manager.

• The mod files (@modname folders and .bikey keys).

1️⃣ Downloading and Uploading Mods

1. Download your desired mods from Steam Workshop or community sites.

2. Extract the mod files, ensuring you have a folder named @modname (e.g., @Expansion).

3. Connect to your server via FTP or File Manager.

4. Navigate to the server root directory and upload the @modname folder.

5. Inside the @modname folder, locate the .bikey file and move it to:

   /keys/
   

✅ Mods have been uploaded to the server!

2️⃣ Enabling Mods in the Server Startup Parameters

1. Locate and open serverDZ.cfg in the /config/ directory.

2. Find the mod loading parameter and add your mods:

   -mod=@Expansion;@CF;@OtherMod
   

3. Save the file and exit.

✅ Your mods are now added to the startup parameters!

3️⃣ Restarting the Server to Apply Mods

1. Stop the server via your hosting panel.

2. Start the server again to load the mods.

3. Join the server and verify that mods are functioning correctly.

✅ Mods are now active on your server!

🎉 Conclusion

You have successfully installed and enabled mods on your DayZ server! Mods bring new features and content to enhance the survival experience.

For more assistance, contact VolticHost Support. 🚀