Curious about the reset, I see that we will have the ability to carry a small chest over to new map. I am just now trying to get to playing on PVP and mine usefull mats so I will be able to hit the ground running when we rest. Do I need to do something to identify theis small (I assume single) chest as the one to be carried over?

There will soon be a forum post explaining the conditions for the transfer and how much/what you're allowed to take, as well as where to store your stuff.