Safe defaults
- Set a long random
RConPasswordinBEServer_x64.cfg(name may vary by build). - Align
RConPortwith the panel allocation if dedicated. - Prefer restricting source IPs when your tooling allows.
- Test via CFTools, then avoid casual public exposure.
RCon is powerful — treat it like root for your DayZ box.
Related guides
Frequently Asked Questions
Default RCon port?
Often near game+3 (e.g. 2305) — VERIFY against your BattlEye cfg and panel.
Empty password?
Never. Use a long random password.
CFTools needs it?
Yes for remote admin features — still keep secrets tight.
Need help?
If you are stuck after following this guide, open a ticket from the Chapter22 client area with the exact error, the port or DNS change you made, and whether the service listens locally (ss / Resource Monitor) but fails externally.
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