How to Set Up RCON on Your Arma Reforger Server

RCON (Remote Console) lets you send commands to your Arma Reforger server remotely without being in-game. It's essential for server administration.

Enabling RCON

Open the config editor

Go to Arma Reforger Config on the XGamingServer panel.

Configure RCON settings

Navigate to the Properties tab or edit the server config JSON directly via Files:

{
  "a2s": {
    "address": "0.0.0.0",
    "port": 17777
  },
  "rpiServer": {
    "address": "0.0.0.0",
    "port": 19999,
    "password": "your-rcon-password"
  }
}

Set a strong password — this controls full access to your server.

Note the RCON port

The RCON port is separate from the game port. Check Network on the panel for your available ports, or use the port configured above.

Restart the server

Restart from Console to apply RCON settings.

Connecting via RCON

Use an RCON client

Download an RCON client compatible with Arma Reforger's protocol. Options include:

BattlEye RCON clients — If using BattlEye
Custom RCON tools — Check Arma Reforger community resources
Web-based RCON panels — Some hosting panels include RCON support

Enter connection details

Host: Your server IP
Port: The RCON port (e.g., 19999)
Password: The password you set in the config

Common RCON Commands

Command	Description
`#kick <playerID>`	Kick a player
`#ban <playerID>`	Ban a player
`#shutdown`	Gracefully shut down the server
`#restart`	Restart the server
`#players`	List connected players

📝 Note: Available RCON commands depend on your server version and configuration. Check Bohemia Interactive's documentation for the full command list.

Security Best Practices

Use a strong password — At least 16 characters with mixed case, numbers, and symbols
Restrict RCON access — Only share credentials with trusted admins
Change the default port — Avoid using well-known ports
Monitor RCON logs — Track who connects and what commands they run

⚠️ Warning: RCON gives full control over your server. A compromised RCON password means an attacker can kick all players, change settings, or shut down the server. Treat it like a root password.

💡 Tip: You can also use the Console on the XGamingServer panel for direct server access without setting up RCON. RCON is most useful for external tools and automated scripts.

How to Set Up RCON on Your Arma Reforger Server

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