DrewModPack

DREW-MODPACK — DAYZ SERVER MANAGEMENT & SECURITY TOOLKIT

Running a DayZ server takes time. Restarts, loot settings, player permissions, and routine maintenance can quickly become a job of their own.

DrewModPack brings useful server tools together in one modular package. Choose which features to enable, configure them on your server, and manage module access through the DrewModPack Manager.

FEATURES

Scheduled restarts and protection for occupied vehicles Schedule server restarts and notify players before maintenance begins. During the restart sequence, the mod can stop vehicles currently occupied by players, prevent new players from joining, disconnect remaining players, and start a clean shutdown.

Restart times, warnings, and related settings can be configured. Discord notifications are also available when set up on your server.

Custom drops Configure items and entities to spawn according to your server's needs. Options include spawn locations, quantities, chances, limits, and player safety distances. Custom butcher drops can also be configured for processed bodies.

Tier-based drops and map markers Create loot zones for different tiers, each with its own items and settings. The system supports safety checks and can search for valid indoor locations when configured. Tier markers can be shown on the DrewModPack map, opened with M.

VIP kits Set up equipment and items for players authorized by SteamID. VIP configurations support loadouts, presets, and random item options.

Additional modules

• RangerEscape — configure restricted zones and move players out of designated areas.
• ServerMessages — send server-configured messages and announcements.
• IndestructibleClothing — protect clothing classes listed in the configuration from damage.
• InfiniteCampfire — keep configured campfires burning without consuming fuel.
• Admin tools — reload module settings and test notifications in-game.

PAID AND FREE MODULES

The DrewModPack Manager lets the administrator classify modules as paid or free, enable or disable them globally, and authorize paid modules for individual servers.

Free modules are free to use, but each server still needs its own valid free license. This lets the Manager verify module access and keeps the same license system in place for every server.

Initial module categories:

• Paid: CustomDrop, CustomTierDrop, Map, Restart, InfiniteCampfire
• Free: RangerEscape, ServerMessages, IndestructibleClothing, VIP

A module runs only when it is enabled in the server's local configuration and authorized by the license system.

INSTALLATION & CONFIGURATION

• Install DrewModPack on your DayZ server and add the mod's .bikey file to the server's keys folder, if applicable to your distribution.
• Start the server once to create the required folders and configuration files.
• Create or obtain a server license in the DrewModPack Manager. If you only need free modules, request a free license.
• Enter the server's ServerId and ActivationKey in $profile:Drew-ModPack/DrewModPackConfig.json.
• Enable the modules you want in profiles/Drew-ModPack/Config/ServerModulesConfig.json.
• Enable each module in its own configuration file as well.

Your server must be able to reach the license API to validate module access. The mod can use its last valid authorization from cache until that authorization expires.

ADMIN COMMANDS

Configure your SteamID as an administrator in Permissions.json to use admin commands.

• /drew reload all — reload settings for enabled modules.
• /drew testrestart — send a test notification.
• /reload customtier, /reload map, /reload restart, and other module-specific commands — reload individual modules.

DrewModPack is designed to make server administration more manageable while letting you choose the features that fit your community. Enable only what you need and configure the experience you want for your players.