Serves as a bridge connecting specific readers in oscam.server to designated users defined in oscam.user .
A proper configuration involves :
Configuring an server involves three primary files: oscam.conf , oscam.server , and oscam.user . This report outlines the standard setup for a stable server as of early 2026. 1. Global Configuration ( oscam.conf ) oscam+server+config
This is the main file that defines how OSCam behaves, including logging, the web interface, and active protocols. : Sets system-wide parameters. nice = -1 : Sets the system priority for the OSCam process.
The oscam.server file tells OScam where to look for encryption keys. This can point to a physical USB card reader (like an Omnikey or Smargo) attached to the server, or to another remote server (Proxy). Serves as a bridge connecting specific readers in oscam
A typical oscam.conf file includes several sections. The [global] section is mandatory, while other sections like [webif] , [cccam] , and [newcamd] are optional, but very commonly used.
: Manages local and remote user accounts that are allowed to connect to your OSCam server. nice = -1 : Sets the system priority for the OSCam process
# oscam.server - For a Local Card
clienttimeout = 5 : The time (in seconds) the server waits for a key before timing out. : Enables the browser-based management tool. httpport = 8888 : The port used to access the Web Interface.
Cache-EX operates in different modes:
