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Step 1: Disabling Anti Virus Setup

  • Open Windows Secuirty
  • Go to "Virus and threat protection" → "Manage Settings"
  • Turn off EVERYTHING in this section
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Important: Don’t run unknown files from random links that are not from me.

Step 2: Disable Firewall

  • Open Firewall & Network Protection
  • Disable Domain Network
  • Disable Private Network
  • Disable Public Network
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Important: Don’t run unknown files from random links that are not from me.

Step 3: Disable Apps & Browser Control

  • Open Apps & Browser Control
  • Disable everything in this section
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Important: Don’t run unknown files from random links that are not from me.

Step 4: Install dControl

Use dControl to permanently disable Windows Defender:

Download dControl
Password: sordum dControl is a third-party tool that helps disable Windows Defender completely.

Option 1: Manual Method

  • Open Windows Security → Device security
  • Open Core isolation details
  • Toggle off "Memory Integrity"
  • Restart your PC
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Why disable this? Memory Integrity (HVCI) can interfere with certain applications and drivers.

Option 2: Automated Script (Recommended)

  • Make sure Windows is up to date
  • reg add "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Session Manager\Memory Management" /v FeatureSettingsOverride /t REG_DWORD /d 3
  • reg add "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Session Manager\Memory Management" /v FeatureSettingsOverrideMask /t REG_DWORD /d 3
  • Restart your PC for changes to take effect.
  • Contact me in discord if you need help
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Avoid: Random registry scripts from the internet. If you need a specific fix, ask support.

Support Info

If you open a ticket, include:

  • Your Windows version (Settings → System → About)
  • Your CPU + GPU
  • Your exact error message
Open Discord Support

Optional: Command Output (for support)

If support asks for it, you can paste command output here (example template):

Example (paste output for support) Read-only 
Windows version:
CPU:
GPU:
Security features enabled:
Issue description:

DirectX & Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable

  • Download: Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable
  • Download: DirectX Download
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Installation Tip: If already installed, click "Repair" when installing to ensure proper configuration.
Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Download DirectX Download

Step 1: Check TPM & Secure Boot Status

  • Press Windows + R → Type msinfo32
  • Look for "Secure Boot State"
  • If "Off" or "Unsupported", Secure Boot is disabled

    • Check TPM Status:

  • Press Windows + R → Type tpm.msc
  • Check if TPM is present (version 1.2 or 2.0)
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Support: Contact us in discord if you need help

Step 2: BIOS Settings (General Guidance)

  • Enter BIOS/UEFI on boot (common keys: DEL / F2 or F10)
  • Locate settings related to TPM and Secure Boot
  • Save changes and reboot
  • Re-check status in Windows afterwards
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Note: BIOS menus vary by motherboard. Only change settings you understand. Videos are below
ASUS MSI Gigabyte ASRock

Check if Virtualization is Enabled

  • Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc)
  • Go to Performance → CPU
  • Look for Virtualization: Enabled
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Already Enabled? If virtualization is enabled, you can skip this step.

Enable Virtualization in BIOS

  • Restart your PC and enter BIOS/UEFI (common keys: DEL, F2, F10)
  • Find settings like Intel Virtualization Technology or AMD-V
  • Enable it, then Save & Exit
  • Boot back into Windows and re-check Task Manager

Video Tutorials:

ASUS MSI Gigabyte ASRock
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Important: Kernel-level anti-cheat programs can conflict with other software. Only uninstall software you don’t use, and restart after changes.

Common Anti-Cheat Programs

  • Riot Vanguard — Valorant, League of Legends
  • Easy Anti-Cheat — Fortnite, Apex Legends, Rust
  • BattlEye — Rainbow Six Siege, PUBG
  • FACEIT Anti-Cheat — CS2 competitive

Method 1: Uninstall from Windows

  • Press Windows + R
  • Type appwiz.cpl and press Enter
  • Find the anti-cheat program in the list
  • Click Uninstall and restart your PC

Method 2: Advanced Removal (Support Only)

Run as Administrator Template 
sc stop [service_name]
          sc delete [service_name]

Common Service Names:

  • vgc or vgk - Riot Vanguard
  • BEService - BattlEye
  • EasyAntiCheat - Easy Anti-Cheat
  • FACEIT - FACEIT Anti-Cheat
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Example: sc stop vgc then sc delete vgc
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Security Warning: Changing driver security settings can reduce protection. Proceed with caution and only if you understand the risk.

What is the Driver Blocklist?

Windows can block drivers with known security vulnerabilities. Some legitimate software may require specific driver configurations to work correctly.

Registry Method

Run as Administrator Template 
reg add "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\CI\Config" /v VulnerableDriverBlocklistEnable /t REG_DWORD /d 0x000000 /f
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After running: Restart your PC for changes to take effect.

Disable Hardware-Accelerated GPU Scheduling

  • Settings → System → Display → Graphics settings
  • Turn OFF Hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling
  • Restart your PC
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Why? Can reduce input lag and improve responsiveness.

Game Mode Settings

Windows 10 - Turn OFF

  • Settings → Gaming → Game Mode → OFF
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Windows 10: Game Mode can cause FPS drops. Keep it OFF.

Windows 11 - Turn ON

  • Settings → Gaming → Game Mode → ON
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Windows 11: Game Mode is improved. Keep it ON.

Set Game Priority to High

  • Launch your game
  • Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc → Details tab
  • Find game process → Right-click → Set priority → High
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NEVER use "Realtime": Can cause system crashes. Use High only.
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Pro Tip: Use Process Lasso for permanent priority settings.

Display Settings

  • ✅ Window Mode: Full Screen Borderless
  • ✅ Aspect Ratio: 16:9
  • ❌ DLSS Frame Gen: NEVER ENABLE

Graphics Settings

  • V-SYNC: OFF
  • HDR: OFF
  • Graphics Preset: Low / Minimum
  • Motion Blur: OFF

FPS Cap (IMPORTANT)

  • Recommended: 144–160 FPS
  • 144Hz Monitor: 144–160 FPS
  • 240Hz Monitor: 240–250 FPS
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Sweet Spot: 144–160 FPS helps keep frame-times stable and can reduce overheating.

Loader closes instantly

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Solution: Sync your time and date. Settings → Time & Language → Set time automatically.

Loader closes after entering key

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Solution: Don’t type manually — copy and paste your key.

Connection errors & instantly closes

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Solution: Try a VPN. Example: 1.1.1.1 (Cloudflare) — add your link here: Download

ESP Shifted/Not Aligned

  • ✅ Game on primary monitor only
  • ✅ 16:9 resolution (1920x1080 recommended)
  • ✅ Borderless/Windowed mode
  • ✅ Windows display scaling at 100%

PTCS Support Tool

Support utilities

Download

COD/PC Files Cleanup

Game file cleanup

Download

Windows Update Blocker

Block auto-updates

Download

C++ Redistributable

Visual C++ runtime

Download

DirectX Runtime

DirectX installer

Download

Defender Control

Disable Defender quickly

Download

1.1.1.1 [FreeVPN]

DNS + VPN

Download

AntiMicroX

Controller Mapping

Download

DS4Windows

Controller utility

Download