How do I avoid servers which don't save properly?

[Smax 1]

Okay, I'm getting tired of logging into a server. Playing for hours, logging out and in again the next day and all my shit is gone! I'm getting tired of servers not saving my gear and only saving my position! So here's my questions:

1. Why does this happen?
   
2. How do I know if it will happen on the server I'm playing on?
   
3. How do I avoid these servers?
   

P.S. I picked up a Coyote Backpack replacing my Coyote Patrol Pack and lost it because the server didn't save!

tl;dr - How do I avoid servers which don't save your gear?

[boneboys 7988]

Do your homework first.

Go through the different Server Forums and ask questions before joining.

[Rage VG 4033]

It is entirely possible you are logging into different Private hives, in which case your gear will not carry over.

If you're using DayZCommander, just tick "Hide unofficial" and you will only see servers that the DayZ staff are hosting.

[Smax 1]

It is entirely possible you are logging into different Private hives, in which case your gear will not carry over.

If you're using DayZCommander, just tick "Hide unofficial" and you will only see servers that the DayZ staff are hosting.

Thanks, but I'm not this stupid! I have been hiding unofficial from the start!

[Smax 1]

Can anyone answer any of my questions?

[Rage VG 4033]

Thanks, but I'm not this stupid! I have been hiding unofficial from the start!

You're implying that it's obvious to do this as if it's on by default, which it isn't.