Learn how to set up your own Ark Survival Ascended dedicated server on Windows using Steam CMD! In this step-by-step tutorial, Eric covers everything you need to know to host the brand-new Lost Colonies expansion. We walk through downloading Steam CMD, using App ID 2430930 to fetch server files, and creating a custom .bat file for easy launches. You'll also learn critical networking tips including port forwarding for 7777 and 27015, configuring firewalls, and setting up the LostColony_WP map. Whether you are hosting for friends or starting a community, this guide ensures a smooth setup process. We also demonstrate how to join your server from the unofficial tab and how to properly shut it down using the exit command to prevent data loss. Subscribe for daily lunch break gaming content and more Ark tutorials!

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Server-Start.bat

"@echo off

start ArkAscendedServer.exe TheIsland_WP?listen?MultiHome=YOURLOCALIP?Port=7777?QueryPort=27015?MaxPlayers=8?AllowCrateSpawnsOnTopOfStructures=True -ForceAllowCaveFlyers -EnableIdlePlayerKick -NoBattlEye -forcerespawndinos -crossplay -PublicIPForEpic=YOURPUBLICIP -nosteamclient -game -server -log -MinimumTimeBetweenInventoryRetrieval=3600"

Server Updater.bat

"@echo off

start steamcmd.exe +login anonymous +app_update 2430930 validate +quit

Windows Firewall Port video: https://youtu.be/9llH5_CON-Y

Ark Wiki: https://ark.wiki.gg/wiki/Server_configuration

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Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction to Lost Colonies

0:35 What is Steam CMD?

0:46 Downloading Steam CMD for Windows

1:38 Running and Updating Steam CMD

1:53 Logging in Anonymously

2:21 Downloading ASA Server Files (App ID 2430930)

3:17 How to Update Your Server in the Future

3:36 Locating Your Server Directory

4:11 Creating the StartServer.bat File

5:15 Editing Server Configuration & Map Settings

6:33 Troubleshooting Local IP & Multihome

7:13 Port Forwarding (7777 & 27015)

8:48 Launching Your Server

9:24 How to Properly Shut Down the Server

9:48 Joining Your Server in Ark Survival Ascended

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