ARK Ascended Server Manager

ARK Ascended Server Manager simplifies the management of ARK Survival Ascended Servers with ease and efficiency.

Key Features

• Simple Configuration: Adjust server settings effortlessly through an intuitive interface.
• Seamless Installation: Automated setup using SteamCMD for hassle-free server deployment.
• Automatic Updates: Keep your server current with seamless patching via SteamCMD.
• One-Click Launch: Start your server with a single click.
• RCON Integration: Send commands via the console.
• Configuration Editing: Modify 'Game.ini' and 'GameUserSettings.ini' easily.

Compatibility

Compatible with Windows Server 2022/2019.

Automatic Backup Tool

Enhance management with our dedicated Backup Tool.

Port Forwarding

Configure port forwarding:

• Port: 27015 (UDP) - Default: 7777

New-NetFirewallRule -DisplayName "ASA Server" -Direction Inbound -LocalPort 27015 -Protocol UDP -Action Allow

• QueryPort: 27016 (TCP) - Not in use

New-NetFirewallRule -DisplayName "ASA Server" -Direction Inbound -LocalPort 27016 -Protocol TCP -Action Allow

Troubleshooting

Check Admin Rights

It is crucial to execute the script with administrative privileges during the initial installation. For subsequent updates and server startups, this requirement is not necessary. Failure to execute the script with admin rights may result in the absence of necessary certificates required for server listening.

Verify Port and Certificates

If using a separate netstat -aon command, ensure that the desired port, e.g., 7777, is listening on your ASA Server. Match the PID in Task Manager with the ID shown in the netstat output, for example, "UDP 0.0.0.0:7777 : 17546". Activate the filter by Name in Task Manager to locate the PID associated with the process. Only when this port is actively listening will your server be listed. Otherwise, there may be an issue with the certificates.

Parameter Overview

For a comprehensive overview of parameters, please refer to the Server Configuration.

Manual Setup Guide

For detailed setup instructions, please visit the Dedicated Server Setup page.

If you prefer not to use the manager, an automatic installation script for the certificate is available: UnrealEngine_Dedicated_Server_Install_CA

🐞 Found a Bug? Help Us Improve!

Welcome to the preview release of ARK-Ascended-Server-Manager! Your feedback is invaluable as we refine the application. If you encounter any bugs or unexpected behavior, please report them on GitHub. Your reports guide us toward a seamless user experience. Thank you for your support!

External Resources Used in this Script

• mcrcon for RCON: https://github.com/Tiiffi/mcrcon/releases/download/v0.7.2/mcrcon-0.7.2-windows-x86-64.zip
• AutoUpdateJob (if selected): https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Ch4r0ne/ARK-Ascended-Server-Manager/main/AutoUpdateJob.ps1
• Backup Tool (if selected): https://github.com/Ch4r0ne/Backup-Tool/releases/download/1.0.3/BackupJobSchedulerGUI.msi
• SteamCMD: https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/client/installer/steamcmd.zip
• Visual C++ Redistributable: https://aka.ms/vs/17/release/vc_redist.x64.exe
• DirectX Runtime: https://download.microsoft.com/download/1/7/1/1718CCC4-6315-4D8E-9543-8E28A4E18C4C/dxwebsetup.exe
• Amazon Certificate:
  • Root CA1: https://www.amazontrust.com/repository/AmazonRootCA1.cer
  • Root CA r2m02: http://crt.r2m02.amazontrust.com/r2m02.cer