ARK Ascended Server Setup Tutorial 2024 | Nitrado

A beginners guide to setting up your ARK: Survival Ascended Server! If you have any questions, feel free to ask me in the comments or you can find me on:
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[@Contingency-tg2tt]

Player tested, player approved 😉. Thanks for the video Vic!

[@Moteridgerider]

Very clearly laid out. Thanks.

[@DamnImDead]

Setting it up was interesting going from ASE to ASA similar but different and slightly confusing in the beginning this will help so many people 👍

[@Skittle-qe1hj]

Wonderful tutorial Vic! I always struggle with settings but this makes everything very clear! - Ussy from Twitch😊

[@dannyzwain85]

Thks you vid helped a lot, clearly and well explained 👍

[@paulmorrow9269]

Thanks u for going into depth this was helpful 🙏 thx u

[@neverdie8]

Thank you for the awesome Video it was very helpful!

[@GPxGP]

Great tutorial Vic!

[@lyxiagaming]

Thank you ! Great video showing the Nitrado interface

[@lenaraprata8554]

Very helpful thank you

[@MaxLastfogel]

Thanks for the tutorial

[@TheGreatOutdoorsMexico]

Incredibly useful, thank you very much! 🙏. Just one question: Why is it healthy to wipe all the dinosaurs every day?

[@MissVadams10]

For active servers, it is useful to refresh the Dino population to encourage high levels to spawn in. High levels are typically quite rare on storyline ARK maps, and we find that after players have tamed those, the Dino population becomes stale with low levels. Dino wiping can also help with an overspawn issues.

[@zombiepikachu7081]

Question, i just made my own, (thank you so much). If i want to change maps, can I do so through the obelisk normaly or do I need to add the cluster ID? Again thank you so much for this video, the process was smoth as butter!

[@MissVadams10]

You will need to make sure that you have one server per map that you want to play on, and that they all share the same cluster ID. Once that has been done, you can use the Obelisks, supply drops, and eventually Tek transmitter to transfer between the maps on your cluster.

[@MarioWxO]

Thanks from Germany for this valuable info. Helped me a lot. I have one question. Which setting determins how many times I have to hit a tree or rock until they're fully exploited? Is it the "Harvestable Resource Health Multiplier"? Btw. my Harvest Amount Multiplier is currently set to 5.

[@MissVadams10]

I've not ever changed this setting myself, but I would harvest a tree or rock with a primitive tool with the setting at default, note how many hits it takes, and then change the settings to 5 and see if the number of hits with the tool changes.

[@MK-hi2ob]

thanks for the tutorial it was supper helpful i just have 1 question do we have to buy multiple servers to play on the different maps is there like no way to be able to host a server and just change the map we are playing on

[@MissVadams10]

Yes you'll need 1 server per map of you're starting to run the all simultaneously

[@showsomemoxie]

can you do a tutorial on how to transfer a non dedicated server to a nitrado dedicated server

[@lyxiagaming]

I have searched and can't find a youtube video on Custom cosmetics and all the settings on Nitrado specifically. I would like to know if you can make a whitelist and/or enabling Wildcard approved only custom cosmetics is possible? Would love to see a video on this 😀💕

[@MissVadams10]

I haven't used the custom cosmetics before so I don't know much about this topic I'm afraid. My understanding is that by default only Wildcard cosmetics are approved. You could try putting the mod id's of specific cosmetics you want to add into the game user settings.ini by adding the following: cosmeticwhitelistoverride=

[@lyxiagaming]

@@MissVadams10 Thank you for the advice ☺

[@oscarsantana2612]

Where can we change the resources radius grow from the base and the points add per level…??

[@MissVadams10]

In your general settings adjust the 'Regrowth ban radius multiplier around structures' setting. You can't adjust the number of points given per level, but you can increase the rate at which you gain xp towards levelling (XP multiplier setting)

[@oscarsantana2612]

@@MissVadams10 ok I’m appreciate the help thank you…

[@henrydemontjoieheard5599]

How do you change the stats per level for both player and tames? Many thanks

[@MissVadams10]

Nitrado has a help page on this so I will link you there :) server.nitrado.net/en-GB/guides/ark-player-stats-per-level

[@Albinorhino119]

THANK YOU! ​@@MissVadams10

[@e-_vrdag1733]

How can I increase the amount of each stat upgrade? Like make if u out one point in weight it gives u like 1000 weight

[@MissVadams10]

Have a look through the comments on this video, I posted a link in response to this question :)

[@Shadow-ye1nc]

Thank you. We just setup our server our structures won't lock upon placings is there a setting I'm missing?

[@MissVadams10]

Try adding this line to the bottom of your gameusersettings.ini: ForceAllStructureLocking=True

[@JamesKing-d6f]

Do i need a pc to run a server? If i run a server on my x box , does the x box need to stay on all the time? Should i use a different x box to run the server ?

[@MissVadams10]

You do not need a PC and your Xbox does not need to stay on all the time. Nitrado will run the server for you on their own hardware

[@hectormontano9463]

So if buy a server I don’t have to be on for my friends to join correct?

[@MissVadams10]

Correct :)

[@player_unknown963]

What setting do I use to make meat spoil slower? Is it the Spoiling Multiplier and if so is a higher number slower and smaller number faster?

[@MissVadams10]

Yes :)

[@kalebreynolds3024]

So does the game run off nitrado constantly after you set everything up or do you need a separate console/pc to run the game?

[@MissVadams10]

The server will continuously run on Nitrados hardware

[@kalebreynolds3024]

@@MissVadams10 nice thank you so much been looking for this answer 😅

[@user-kv1sd7df1g]

Please tell me how to configure it so that when I improve the level, the characteristics improve more than standard?

[@MissVadams10]

Take a look at the codes on this website to figure out what you want to change exactly. You will need to add these into your configuration files under the game.ini: www.4netplayers.com/en/wiki/ark/adjust-multiplier-for-stats-per-level/#:~:text=It%20is%20possible%20to%20adjust%20the%20points%20received,into%20the%20GAME.INI%20and%20adjust%20them%20as%20needed.

[@xxspartanxx115]

does anyone know how to fix an issue where your server won't show up????

[@MissVadams10]

Double check you have the right filers set when searching

[@xxspartanxx115]

​@@MissVadams10 did you have to have a Query Port? I enter my server IP into Steam to add it to favorites and it keeps saying IP address not found

[@mtnmanlife]

Changing daylight and nighttime speeds

[@MissVadams10]

Are you asking how to alter these settings?

[@mtnmanlife]

@@MissVadams10 Yeah, im just trying to make the days a bit longer on The Center for my friends and I. Messing with the settings is kinda hard to understand

[@MissVadams10]

There isn't a general setting for this. You'll need to go into the configuration files and then to gameusersettings.ini and type whichever of these you want to change at the bottom of the server settings heading: DayCycleSpeedScale=1 NighttimeSpeedScale=1 DaytimeSpeedScale=1 1 is the default value, increase that number to make time pass quicker, decrease it to make time pass slower.

[@skyejohnson6772]

is there a way to change how much your stats upgrade per stat for u and dinos??

[@skyejohnson6772]

i meant per upgrade point

[@MissVadams10]

Yeah, if you look through the comments I posted a reply and link for this question :)

[@xoCurlyox]

Do you know how to solve the issues where even with alliances being enabled. It isn’t allowing us to create them in game, even after a full server restart.

[@MissVadams10]

If the setting for 'Prevent Tribe Alliances' is unchecked and you have configured the max number of people you want per alliance in the same section, it should be working. If the issue persists I would open a ticket with Nitrado.

[@richardmartin737]

Hi miss vadams I’ve just started a start but is not let me start the server can you help with that please

[@MissVadams10]

If you are having issues with your server starting you will need to open up a help ticket with Nitrado for them to take a look at it

[@user-xk7oc4gb8l]

Why can't I start the server? It says the server has stopped and the server has restarted. What is the solution?

[@MissVadams10]

If your server is stuck in a restart loop (this seems to happen if you try to change the settings whilst the server hasn't shutdown fully), you will need to open a ticket with Nitrado for them to fix it

[@user-xk7oc4gb8l]

How do I open a ticket in Nitrado?

[@MissVadams10]

Go to your server dashboard at the bottom left and click 'help' followed by 'write a support ticket'

[@OMEGABRASIL10X]

I'm trying to get the Baby Mature Speed ​​Multiplier but regardless of the value included, the time doesn't change in the game and remains 3 days. Any tips?

[@MissVadams10]

Changing this setting to 3 is only a small change in the speed a baby will mature that you might hardly notice it. I would suggest upping it to between 5-10 and seeing how that changes the raise time.

[@Pikkon_]

Can u change mod ini settings in it?

[@MissVadams10]

I don't play with mods myself but I believe you can change mod ini

[@Vinny.voodoo]

I started a server set up everything it says that it’s started but it won’t show up on the game I can’t find it under search. Can you help me

[@MissVadams10]

Double check you have your search filters set correctly

[@chrisa3740]

I have a ps5 and i dont have a computer. Can i still host a dedicated server or do i need a pc to start one? Or can i just pay for server thru my phone and they run it for me and i just logg in ps5 and play?

[@MissVadams10]

You can set up your server for PS5, just make sure that you select 'PS5' under the cross play settings at the top of the general settings on your Nitrado dashboard :)

[@THEOFFICIALJakeFromStateFarm]

I need adjust how much players stats go up with each engram upgrade

[@MissVadams10]

Check through the replies on the video, I posted a link with the ini code on how to change this :)

[@balthasar7282]

How do I make my single player map into a server using this without losing my world?

[@MissVadams10]

You'll need to transfer the save file via FTP. I use a programme called FileZilla :) filezilla-project.org/

[@allmighty666]

Still cannot figure out how to find my asa-id for the exclusive list. They need to make that far more clear some where online.

[@MissVadams10]

Are you on PC or console?

[@allmighty666]

@@MissVadams10 console

[@MissVadams10]

Instructions for console: On Xbox or PS5, press the left menu/options button to open the Console Command Bar (it should show the button icon on the bottom left of your screen while paused.) Execute the command whoami Press the ~ [tilde] button again The OSS Id is your Account ID Currently on Xbox/PS5 you can only do this with a keyboard plugged in otherwise it will not show the id number. Alternatively for console you can find it a different way if you do not have a keyboard. Below is the mod that is used to find your EOS ID. You can also search for in the in-game mod legacy.curseforge.com/ark-survival-ascended/mods/identity-helper From there you will need to launch the game in sinfle player with the mod activated. Download the mod Click on Singleplayer (Create/Resume Game) Go to Mod Settings Click on Available Mods Click on Identity Helper and at the bottom hit Activate Mod Double check and make sure it's in the Active Mod list Launch the game Once loaded in with the active mod, you will need to hit LEFT ALT + X + C to bring up your personal ID. FOR CONSOLE: Right Shoulder Button + Right Stick Press It will pop up in the middle of your screen

[@elite_ralulu2628]

There is a Setting named Wipe all wild creatures on server restart. Is it the same like DestroyWildDinos?

[@MissVadams10]

It is supposed to wipe wild dinos on server restart but unfortunately it isn't working at the moment, so if you want to wipe wild dinos you have to use 'destroywolddinos' manually

[@elite_ralulu2628]

@@MissVadams10 Thanks, but do you know why my Admin commands aren't working :/

[@MissVadams10]

You need to enable cheats first by typing: enablecheats ​@@elite_ralulu2628

[@KARL_HEISENBERG8]

How do i make my friend an admin on my unofficial server?

[@MissVadams10]

They will need to make a Nitrado account first. You can then add their username into the server you want them to admin through the Nitrado dashboard

[@KARL_HEISENBERG8]

@@MissVadams10 how do i add him in the dashboard?

[@chippmunk88]

How does one get the ASA id for pc?

[@MissVadams10]

Check the comments on this video. I sent a step by step guide reply to this question :)

[@kvue2070]

so if i set it up on the xbox version of nitrado would i also be able to play on the server as the owner or no??

[@MissVadams10]

Yes :)

[@typicalchucky3920]

How do I find a players Asa-ID?

[@MissVadams10]

Have a read through the comments on this video, I replied with a text guide on how to find it :)

[@user-bt1cg2uu4r]

How do I fin my as a id ?

[@MissVadams10]

If you check a few comments down, I have posted a response to this same question with details on how to find it :)

[@tiffanydashellm760]

Would you know my tame amount, meaning how many tames I can have, is not working when I've set it in Nitrado?

[@MissVadams10]

Are you trying to change over all server tame cap or individual player tame cap?

[@tiffanydashellm760]

@@MissVadams10 I was looking to increase for individual and I figured out the command. I had to add Personal. So it was MaxPersonalTamedDinos= But thank you for responding!

[@jasonzimmerman9494]

@@tiffanydashellm760 @MissVadams10 Does that increase the "clan" limit or just for an individual? We want to put 6 people in our clan but if we do we are limited to 250 active tames. So we had to split it up into 2 clans which is no fun. Thank You

[@LightboltTheGamer]

Any1 know why the server appears in server list just can’t join it because it times out on both pc and ps5

[@RichBb.]

i think its tripping, mine keeps stopping

[@MissVadams10]

Are you able to join other servers ok, or is it just the one you have set up that you're having trouble with?

[@MissVadams10]

If your server keeps stopping and starting by itself open a ticket with Nitrado, they should be able to fix it their end :)

[@shark-killer1602]

If you stop to pay the server after a few months, tha data saves remain or is it cancelled?

[@MissVadams10]

As far as I'm aware the data would be cancelled after a certain period of time of not paying. Best to ask Nitrado directly how long that period of time would be. You could always upload your save file via FTP, stop your server and download that save file when you're ready to start your server up again.

[@JoanPi-bb7ln]

CrossArk make a server be a cluster?? If that is true, that means i have to pay x2 to play in 2 diferent Maps in the same server??

[@MissVadams10]

Yes one server per map

[@derekpoland43]

@@MissVadams10plz help me idk why this ain’t working. I’m trying to get my server running, I did everything in the video and bought the server and changed the name but the server is not popping up and it’s very stressful

[@bluebot6906]

why player control list doesn't work

[@MissVadams10]

You also have to add the whitelisted IDs into the Exclusive join list in the General Settings, and make sure that Exclusive Join option is ticked

[@derekpoland43]

Why is it that I paid for a server and now I can’t access it?! Someone plz help me I’m gonna lose my mind😂! I JUST bought it and I’m tryna change the server name so I can get to it but the name won’t change and when I put in the name that it already is, it doesn’t show up

[@MissVadams10]

When you are searching for your server, make sure that you have the right search filters set. If you still can't find it after that, I would suggest opening a ticket with Nitrado

[@mateko3737]

what should i do when writes to me "Lost/timedout connection to host"?

[@MissVadams10]

Are you getting this error message when you try to connect to other servers?

[@mateko3737]

@@MissVadams10 No, when I want to join my server, it shows me and my friends a problem

[@MissVadams10]

In which case I'm not sure, I would open a ticket with Nitrado to see if they can help

[@JoanPi-bb7ln]

CrossArk make the server a Cluster?? If it true, i have to pay x2??

[@MissVadams10]

Yes, if you want to make a cluster you will need to have one server per map

[@hsk_swagg232]

hello, do u know how to raise the stacks

[@MissVadams10]

Go to general settings then under game settings, you can edit the stack multiplier setting

[@hsk_swagg232]

Thanks for replying I’ll Cheak later when Iam home

[@soenoe5664]

If i buy a nitrado server, Are my friends who play on PS5 able to play on the same server?

[@MissVadams10]

Yes, just make sure to have PS5 ticked under the platform options section in the general settings tab :)

[@soenoe5664]

@@MissVadams10 oh hell yes, thank you so much i wanted to start a server to play with a friend on PS5 but wasn't sure, Thank you!

[@TheAp0calyps3]

Which ASA ID It actualy means, me for example Im from PS5, is it maybe the main acc name? 🤔

[@MissVadams10]

It's a 20 digit code. If you're wondering how to find it scroll through the replies to comments of this video, I have put a written guide :)

[@TheAp0calyps3]

@@MissVadams10 aaah Ty so much!

[@jasonfultz2635]

How do you change player and Dino stats

[@MissVadams10]

Do you how to change the stats completely, or how to make it so there is more of a stat increase when levelling up?

[@jasonfultz2635]

Yes thank you I figured it out

[@FreedomDude26]

Yea how do you change the amount of stats increase by leveling up a dino or yourself

[@henrydemontjoieheard5599]

@@jasonfultz2635how did you figure it out? Im still confused

[@derekpoland43]

How do I add the mods?

[@MissVadams10]

Go to your Dashboard and then click 'Curse Forge Mods' under the settings panel. All mods can be added from there

[@countryboy8297]

Where do put your server ip address

[@MissVadams10]

If you are trying to search for your server it's best to search for it through the server name when you have launched Ark. The steam connect to IP doesn't seem to be working at the moment.

[@zviperzz6667]

I can’t join your discord

[@MissVadams10]

Discord invite link updated in video description :)

[@tuwcouz]

Thanks for the tutorial but screw nitrado

[@abunchapotheads]

how does one get the ASA id on pc?

[@MissVadams10]

Check the comments on this video, I sent a step by step guide as a reply to this question :)

[@user-bt1cg2uu4r]

How do I fin my as a id ?

[@MissVadams10]

If you scroll down a bit you'll see a detailed response to this same question, hopefully that will help :)