# Rust EAC Disconnected – Fix Easy Anti-Cheat Error

Rust "Disconnected: EAC" or Easy Anti-Cheat error? Client EAC, server config, modded vs vanilla – Rust dedicated server EAC troubleshooting.

**Quick answer:** "Disconnected: EAC" = **Easy Anti-Cheat issue on client** or server not EAC-compatible. Verify Rust files in Steam, don't disable EAC, update server.

**If you landed here:** Instant kick on join with EAC message, "Authentication timed out" or "EAC: Invalid connection".

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