Disabling Oxide-Specific RCON

When managing a game server that utilizes Oxide (uMod) for enhanced modding capabilities, you might need to disable RCON for security or performance reasons. Below is a streamlined guide to help you disable the Oxide-specific RCON functionality:

1. Access Server Files

Gain access to your server files, typically via an FTP client or through the file manager provided by your hosting service. This step is crucial for locating the necessary configuration files.

2. Modify Configuration Files

Navigate to the oxide folder where Oxide's configuration files are stored. You will typically find a file named oxide.config.json or similar. This file contains the RCON settings that need to be adjusted.

3. Edit RCON Settings

Open the configuration file using a text editor. Look for entries related to RCON, such as:

"Rcon": {
    "Enabled": true,
    "Port": 28016,
    "Password": "your_rcon_password"
}

Change the Enabled property from true to false to disable oxide RCON:

"Rcon": {
    "Enabled": false,
    ...
}

4. Save and Close

After editing the file, save your changes and ensure the file format and extension remain unchanged. This step is critical to avoid any configuration issues when the server restarts.

5. Restart the Server

Apply the changes by restarting your server. This can generally be done through your server's control panel or via command-line if you have SSH access.

6. Verify Changes

Once the server is back online, attempt to connect using RCON. You should notice that the RCON functionality is either unavailable or rejects connections, indicating that it has been successfully disabled.

Additional Tips

• Backup: Always back up configuration files before making changes. This allows you to revert to the original settings if needed.
• Security Practices: Regularly update your server and mod configurations to enhance security.
• Alternative Management Tools: If RCON was crucial for server management, consider other secure remote management tools or services.

By following these steps, you ensure that RCON is disabled on your Oxide-modded server, enhancing its security and compliance with your operational requirements.