# How to Update Your DayZ Server (/docs/dayz/update-guide)



import { Step, Steps } from 'fumadocs-ui/components/steps';

When DayZ releases a patch, the server must be updated before players on the new version can connect. Players with `forceSameBuild = 1` (recommended) will be blocked if versions don't match.

Update the Server [#update-the-server]

<Steps>
  <Step>
    Stop the server [#stop-the-server]

    In the [XGamingServer Panel](https://panel.xgamingserver.com), go to **Console** and stop the server.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Reinstall [#reinstall]

    On the **Dashboard**, click **Reinstall Server**. This pulls the latest DayZ server build from Steam. Your config files, mods, and persistence data are preserved.

    > DayZ's dedicated server requires an authenticated SteamCMD login (anonymous doesn't work). XGamingServer handles this automatically.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Check mods [#check-mods]

    If you have mods installed, check that they are compatible with the new DayZ version. Mod authors usually update within a few days of a major patch. Re-copy any updated `.bikey` files to the server `keys/` folder.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Start the server [#start-the-server]

    Start from **Console**. All players must update their game client to the matching version.
  </Step>
</Steps>

Related Guides [#related-guides]

* [Server Configuration](/docs/dayz/server-config)
* [Install Mods](/docs/dayz/mod-setup)