What is CFTools Architect?
CFTools Architect is a centralized server management platform designed to manage, deploy, and automate game servers at scale. It replaces traditional single-server control panels by introducing a distributed architecture built around Agents and a central Manager.
At a high level:
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Architect Manager is your graphical interface where you configure, monitor, and manage game servers.
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Architect Agent runs on your game server machines and performs actions like starting servers, updating files, collecting logs, and reporting metrics.
Architect allows you to:
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Manage multiple servers from a single interface
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Deploy updates consistently
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Automate tasks such as backups and restarts
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Monitor performance and logs in real time
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Scale from one server to dozens or more
Architect supports multiple game titles and integrates deeply with the broader CFTools ecosystem.
Watch the setup in video format on YouTube: CFTools Architect | First-Steps
Beginner’s Guide
This guide explains the core concepts you need to understand before using Architect.
Core Concepts
Manager
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Graphical interface installed on your personal device
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Communicates with Agents
Agent
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A lightweight service installed on each server machine
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Executes commands sent by the Manager
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Reports server status, logs, and metrics
Title
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A reference to a specific game server (eg. DayZ, ArmA Reforger, Rust, etc.)
Deployment
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One game server of a specific title
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Configured and controlled through the Manager
Typical Workflow
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Install the Architect Manager
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Install the Architect Agent on a server machine
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Connect the Agent to the Manager
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Deploy a game server
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Start, monitor, and manage the server
Quickstart Tutorial
This tutorial walks you through launching your first server using Architect.
Prerequisites
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A server (Windows or Linux, either physical, VPS, or dedicated)
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Administrator access
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Internet connectivity
Step 1: Install the Manager
Install the Architect Manager on the server directly or your personal device.
Step 2: Install the Agent
Install the Architect Agent on the machine where your game server will run.
Step 3: Pair Agent with Manager
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Start the Agent service
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Copy the Agent token or pairing key
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Register the Agent in the Manager UI
Step 4: DEPLOY A GAME SERVER
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Choose the game title
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Configure basic settings
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Deploy the server
You now have a fully managed server running under Architect.
Watch the setup in video format on YouTube: CFTools Architect | First-Steps
