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# Pre-Setup Guide

Follow these steps to properly prepare your system before launching the software and avoid common setup issues.

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### Download Microsoft VisualC++

1. Visit [this link](https://www.techpowerup.com/download/visual-c-redistributable-runtime-package-all-in-one/)
2. Download VisualC++ then extract the file *(right click on the file, and press extract)*
3. Run the "Install\_All" file as administrator

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### Download Microsoft DirectX

1. Visit [this link](https://www.microsoft.com/en-ca/download/details.aspx?id=35)
2. Download DirectX
3. Run the file as administrator
4. Accept the terms
5. Uncheck "Install the Bing Bar"
6. Finish the installation

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### Disable Windows Defender

<details>

<summary>Why do I need to turn off anti-virus?</summary>

Windows Security and third-party antivirus services will proactively block "injection" methods. This is a false-positive detection that must be resolved before proceeding.

</details>

1. Disable **Virus & threat protection settings**
   1. Search "Virus & Threat Protection Settings" in your windows search bar
   2. Click "Manage Settings"
   3. Disable all settings here, including "Real-time protection"

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2. Download and Install **DControl.**
   1. Download [Winrar](https://www.win-rar.com/postdownload.html) and install it. *(This is requrired to extract .rar files)*
   2. Download [DControl](https://drive.usercontent.google.com/download?id=1jxmKjN820qP_cLZLgbeBi-aP5DUbROle\&export=download\&authuser=0) - File passoword is `sordum`
   3. Open it and select "Disable Windows Defender"

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### Remove Other Anti-Cheats

1. Uninstall the following if installed:
   1. **FACEIT Anti-Cheat**
   2. **Vanguard** (Valorant Anti-Cheat)

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Note: If you are using a product that specifically requires one of these anti-cheats, you can keep it installed; it will be fully supported.
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