How To Adjust The DayZ Server Settings

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Nov 9, 2024

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DayZ servers can be configured in multiple ways, from administrative options to settings that affect gameplay. At the bottom of the article, you’ll find a list of the most common settings.


# Adjusting DayZ Server Settings

You can adjust the settings of your server in the serverDZ.cfg file on your control panel.

  1. Access your control panel and Stop the server.
  2. Navigate to the Files tab.
  3. Locate and open the serverDZ.cfg file.
  4. Adjust your settings to align with your goals.
  5. Click Save and Restart your server.

# DayZ Server Settings

This table provides an overview of DayZ server settings, including whitelist, server password and more.

Setting NameDescriptionDefault Value
hostnameSets the server name that will be displayed publicly.N/A
passwordSets the server password.N/A
passwordAdminSets the password to become a server admin.N/A
enableWhitelistEnables or disables the whitelist.0 (Disabled)
disableVoNEnables or disables Voice over Network.0 (Disabled)
vonCodecQualitySets the Voice over Network codec quality.20
serverTimeAccelerationDetermines how fast time moves.12
serverNightTimeAccelerationDetermines how fast night time passes. Is multiplied based on serverTimeAcceleration as well.1

You’re done changing your settings! You may also be interested in adding mods to your server.

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Jay Miller

Game Experience Engineer @ Shockbyte