M.D.S.M

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why isn't my M.D.S.M spawn command working?

Check three things: admin access is enabled (enablecheats on servers), the code is typed exactly (PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield), and all three trailing numbers are present. Copying cheat gfi PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield 1 0 0 directly from this page avoids the most common mistakes.

Can I get the M.D.S.M without spawning it?

Yes. The M.D.S.M can also be obtained through normal ARK: Survival Ascended progression. Admins usually spawn it for speed when testing, running events, or outfitting players, which is what the commands on this page are for.

How do I spawn multiple M.D.S.M at once?

Change the quantity argument, the first number after the code. For example cheat gfi PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield 25 0 0 spawns 25 of the M.D.S.M. Stacks respect the item's maximum stack size.

What's the full blueprint path of the M.D.S.M?

The full blueprint path is "Blueprint'/Game/Extinction/CoreBlueprints/Items/Saddle/PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield.PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield'". Paste it into GiveItem to spawn the exact item: cheat GiveItem "Blueprint'/Game/Extinction/CoreBlueprints/Items/Saddle/PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield.PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield'" 1 0 0. Copy it exactly, because the path is case sensitive and must keep its wrapping quotes.

Is the M.D.S.M spawn code on GameServersCodex accurate?

Yes. The M.D.S.M's class name, GFI code, item ID, and blueprint path are reproduced exactly from the live game data and re-checked each patch, so you can copy them straight into your console.

How do I enable admin commands to spawn the M.D.S.M?

In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin first with enablecheats <AdminPassword>, then run the M.D.S.M spawn command. Without admin access the console rejects it.

How do I open the console to spawn the M.D.S.M?

On PC, press Tab to open the admin console, paste the command, and press Enter. On Xbox and PlayStation, open the pause menu and use the on-screen command bar. Then drop in the M.D.S.M spawn code from this page.

What do the numbers in the M.D.S.M spawn command mean?

In cheat gfi PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield 1 0 0, the code identifies the M.D.S.M, then the three numbers are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag (0 = item, 1 = blueprint). So it spawns one standard M.D.S.M.

Is the M.D.S.M blueprint path case-sensitive?

Yes. "Blueprint'/Game/Extinction/CoreBlueprints/Items/Saddle/PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield.PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield'" must be typed exactly, including capitalization and the wrapping quotes. Copy it from this page to avoid a typo that returns an empty spawn.

Which game is the M.D.S.M from?

The M.D.S.M is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.

What is the M.D.S.M used for?

The M.D.S.M is a backpack attachment for Meks that provides shield functionality. Admins spawn it to outfit test Meks or to hand out to players for PvP or PvE combat scenarios.

What is the M.D.S.M class used for in mods or spawn tools?

Spawn managers, loot-table editors, and RCON macros reference the M.D.S.M by its class PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield_C or GFI PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield. Both uniquely identify it in ARK: Survival Ascended.

What's the M.D.S.M class name?

The class name for the M.D.S.M is PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield_C. Class names end in _C and identify the item's blueprint at runtime, which makes them useful for spawn tools, mods, and RCON macros.

How do I spawn a higher-quality M.D.S.M?

The second number is quality, where 0 is primitive and higher values roll toward ascendant. cheat gfi PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield 1 100 0 attempts a top tier M.D.S.M. Quality only affects items that support tiers; on others it's ignored.

Does the M.D.S.M spawn command work in single-player and multiplayer?

Yes, the command is identical in both. Single-player has cheats enabled by default; multiplayer just requires an admin login first. The M.D.S.M then spawns the same way.

Can I spawn the M.D.S.M over RCON or on a dedicated server?

Yes. Send the same command through RCON or your control-panel console: cheat gfi PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield 1 0 0. If your tool already runs with admin context, drop the leading "cheat". It works the same on hosted, self-hosted, and RCON setups.

When was the M.D.S.M data last updated?

The M.D.S.M entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 28, 2026. We track the live ARK: ASA build, so the IDs and commands here reflect the current patch.

How do I add the M.D.S.M to a starter kit or loadout?

Include cheat gfi PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield 1 0 0 in your server's kit or spawn script, and set the quantity argument to hand out multiples. Pair it with other item commands from the Codex to build a full loadout.

What's the difference between the M.D.S.M GFI code and its blueprint path?

The GFI code PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield is a short name for quick spawning; the blueprint path "Blueprint'/Game/Extinction/CoreBlueprints/Items/Saddle/PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield.PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield'" is the full engine reference used by GiveItem and spawn tools. Both point at the same M.D.S.M.

Where can I copy the M.D.S.M spawn command?

Use the copy buttons in the Spawn Commands and Blueprint Path sections near the top of this page. Each copies the full M.D.S.M command to your clipboard in one click, ready to paste into the console.

What is the admin command to spawn the M.D.S.M?

Open the admin console and run cheat gfi PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield 1 0 0. That gives you one M.D.S.M instantly. The three numbers after the code are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag. Raise the first to spawn a stack, or set the last to 1 to receive it as a blueprint instead of a finished item. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026.

What items are related to the M.D.S.M?

See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the M.D.S.M, or open Browse Games to explore the full ARK: Survival Ascended database.

What does the M.D.S.M do in ARK: Survival Ascended?

A Mek backpack module that grants shield protection, spawnable via GFI code for testing or distribution.

What is the GFI code for the M.D.S.M?

The GFI code for the M.D.S.M is PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield. GFI matches the item by its short blueprint name, so cheat gfi PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield 1 0 0 is the fastest way to spawn it without typing the full blueprint path.

How do I spawn the M.D.S.M as a blueprint instead of a finished item?

Set the final argument to 1: cheat gfi PrimalItemArmor_MekBackpack_Shield 1 0 1. The last number is the blueprint flag, where 0 gives the crafted item and 1 gives its blueprint (for craftable items; on items with no blueprint the flag is simply ignored).