How to Connect to Your DayZ Server
How to join your DayZ dedicated server via DZSA Launcher, the official browser, or direct IP.
DZSA Launcher (Recommended for Modded)
- Download DZSA Launcher
- Search for your server by name or add by IP
- Click Join — mods auto-download
Official DayZ Launcher
- Launch DayZ
- Click Servers → filter by name/map
- Select and Join
- For direct IP: click Direct Connect at the bottom
Steam Server Browser
- In Steam → View → Game Servers → Favorites
- Add
IP:2305(Steam query port) - Connect
Ports
| Port | Protocol | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 2302 | UDP | Game |
| 2304 | UDP | Steam networking |
| 2305 | UDP | Steam query |
| 2306 | TCP | RCON |
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Fix |
|---|---|
| Not in browser | Forward port 2305 UDP. Check BattlEye = 1. |
| Version mismatch | Update server: app_update 223350 validate |
| Mod mismatch | Use DZSA Launcher to auto-download matching mods |
| "Signature verification failed" | Missing .bikey files — see Mod Setup |
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