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DayZ Server Won't Connect – Port 2302, Mods & BattlEye

DayZ dedicated server – connection fails? Port 2302, Steam query, mod order, BattlEye & firewall – troubleshooting.

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Quick answer: DayZ connection issues: port 2302 UDP, exact same mods on client/server, BattlEye active.

If you landed here: Players can't join DayZ server – "Connection failed", mod mismatch or BattlEye kick.

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Which port for DayZ server?
Default 2302 UDP (game) + 2303/2304 for Steam query. Open port in panel and firewall.
DayZ mod mismatch – what to do?
Server mod list must exactly match client. Workshop mods in same order, check @mod folders.
BattlEye kick on join?
BattlEye active on server, client BE updated, sometimes disable VPN/overlay.
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