# ASAManager - User Guide

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Prerequisites
3. Installation
4. Getting Started
   • User Interface Overview
   • Server Configuration
5. Server Management
   • Install Server
   • Update Server
   • Start and Stop Server
6. RCON Commands
   • Send RCON Command
   • Configure RCON Settings
7. Backup Management
   • Scheduled Backups
   • INI File Management
8. Troubleshooting
9. FAQs
10. Feedback and Support

1. Introduction

Welcome to ASAManager, a powerful tool designed to simplify the management of your ARK: Survival Evolved dedicated servers. This guide will walk you through the installation process and help you get started with the application.

2. Prerequisites

Before using ASAManager, ensure that your system meets the following requirements:

• Operating System: Windows
• Internet Connection: Required for downloading SteamCMD and server files.
• DirectX: Download DirectX
• Microsoft Redistributables: Latest Supported VC++ Redistributables
• .NET 7.0 Runtime: The application will prompt for installation if not found.

3. Installation

Follow these steps to install ASAManager:

1. Download the latest release from the GitHub Releases page.
2. Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Launch ASAManager after installation.

4. Getting Started

User Interface Overview

Upon launching ASAManager, you will see a user-friendly interface with various tabs for different functionalities. Familiarize yourself with the tabs, including Server Settings, RCON Settings, Backup Settings, and INI File Editor.

Server Configuration

1. Server Path: Specify the path where you want to install your ARK server.
2. Server Selection: Choose the ARK server you want to manage from the dropdown list.
3. SteamCMD Path: Enter the path where SteamCMD is located.

5. Server Management

Install Server

1. Fill in the required information in the Server Settings tab.
2. Click the Install Server button.
3. Follow on-screen prompts and wait for the installation to complete.

Update Server

1. Ensure that you have filled in the necessary information in the Server Settings tab.
2. Click the Update Server button.
3. Follow on-screen prompts and wait for the update to complete.

Start and Stop Server

1. Configure RCON settings in the RCON Settings tab.
2. Click the Start Server button to launch your ARK server.
3. Click the Stop Server button to gracefully stop the server.

6. RCON Commands

Send RCON Command

1. Configure RCON settings in the RCON Settings tab.
2. Enter your RCON command in the designated field.
3. Click the Send RCON Command button.
4. View the command response in the application's output.

Configure RCON Settings

1. Enter the required RCON settings, including IP, Port, Admin Password, and RCON Executable Path.

7. Backup Management

Scheduled Backups

1. Configure backup settings in the Backup Settings tab.
2. Enable Scheduled Backup checkbox to activate automatic backups.
3. Adjust backup interval and other settings as needed.

INI File Management

1. Select an INI file from the dropdown list.
2. Load and edit the file content in the INI File Editor.
3. Save the changes using the Save INI File button.

8. Troubleshooting

• If you encounter any issues, check the application logs for error messages.
• Ensure that your system meets the prerequisites outlined in Section 2.

9. FAQs

• Q: Can I manage multiple servers? A: Yes, use the Server Selection dropdown to choose the server you want to manage.

10. Feedback and Support

For feedback, bug reports, or assistance, please visit ASAManager GitHub Repository.

Feel free to reach out to us through the GitHub repository for any additional questions or support requests.