# How to use DayZ Guardian
Requirements (Important)
## Visual C++ Redistributable
**Installing Visual C++ Redistributables**
To ensure proper software functionality, you must download and install all Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributables. Follow these steps:
1. **Download the Redistributables**
Visit the [TechPowerUp Download Page](https://www.techpowerup.com/download/visual-c-redistributable-runtime-package-all-in-one/) to access the Visual C++ Redistributable Runtime Package (All-in-One).
2. **Extract the Files**
Extract the downloaded .zip file to a folder on your computer.
3. **Run the Installation Script**
Open the extracted folder and run the "install\_all.bat" script to begin the installation process.
4. **Complete the Installation**
Wait for all components to install successfully before closing any windows.
## DirectX
**Installing DirectX**
Follow these steps to install DirectX:
1. **Download DirectX**
Visit the [Microsoft DirectX Download Page](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=8109) to download the installer.
2. **Create a Folder**
Create a new folder on your Desktop to store the DirectX installation files.
3. **Run the Installer**
Launch the downloaded DirectX .exe file to begin the installation process.
4. **Select Extraction Location**
When prompted, choose the folder you created on your Desktop as the extraction location.
## Disabling Secure Boot
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**Important Notice**
Secure Boot must be disabled for our products to function properly. This is a critical requirement for injection-based software.
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Follow these steps to disable Secure Boot on your system:
1. **Access BIOS/UEFI Settings**
Restart your computer and press the BIOS key during startup (usually F2, F12, Delete, or ESC)
2. **Navigate to Security Settings**
Look for "Security", "Boot", or "Authentication" tabs in your BIOS menu
3. **Find Secure Boot Option**
Locate "Secure Boot" or "Secure Boot Control" in the security settings
4. **Disable Secure Boot**
Change the setting from "Enabled" to "Disabled"
5. **Save and Exit**
Save your changes (usually F10) and exit BIOS. Your computer will restart.
**Troubleshooting**
• If you can't find Secure Boot settings, check under "Advanced" or "Security" tabs
• Some systems require setting a BIOS password before disabling Secure Boot
• On some laptops, you may need to disable "Fast Boot" first
• Contact your motherboard/laptop manufacturer for specific instructions
## Windows 11 Requirements
If you're using Windows 11, follow these steps to apply the necessary system fix:
1. **Download the Fix**
Download the Windows 11 fix file from the provided source.
2. **Extract the Files**
Extract the contents of the downloaded .zip file to your preferred location.
3. **Run as Administrator**
Right-click the extracted file and select "Run as administrator" to begin the process.
4. **Confirm Changes**
Click "Yes" when prompted to allow system modifications.
5. **Restart Your Computer**
After the process completes, restart your PC to apply the changes.
[Download Windows 11 Fix](https://www.labcorecheats.com/manuals/downloads/Windows%2011%20Fix.zip)
## Disable Exploit Protection
1. **Open Windows Security (Windows Defender)**
Access Windows Security through your system settings
2. **Navigate to App & browser control → Exploit protection settings**
Find the exploit protection settings in the security panel
3. **Disable all exploit protection features**
Disable all exploit protection features as shown in the screenshot below:
Loader Setup
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#### Important
After your gaming sessions, ensure you press Shift + End to fully quit the loader. Always remember to restart your PC when you have finished.
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#### Download the Loader
1. [**Download the loader here**](https://labcorecheats.com/loader)
Get the latest loader from our official download page
2. **Extract all contents**
Extract all contents from the downloaded package to your preferred location
#### Prepare the Loader
1. **Launch the loader with administrator privileges**
Right-click the loader and select "Run as administrator"
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**Important**
Do not run the loader from C:/User/OneDrive/Desktop
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#### Activate Your License
1. **Enter your license key**
Enter your license key in the designated field
2. **Verify no trailing spaces**
Verify there are no trailing spaces in the key
#### Initialize the Software
1. **Click the "Inject" button**
Click the "Inject" button to begin the injection process
2. **Wait for confirmation beep**
Wait for the confirmation beep indicating successful injection
3. **Launch DayZ**
Launch DayZ after successful injection
4. **Press F3 once you are in the server and can walk around**
Press F3 once you are in the server and can walk around to load the cheat
Troubleshooting
#### Troubleshooting
**Crashes**
Disable all extra overlays (Discord, Game Bar, etc.) if the cheat crashes.
**ESP Alignment**
Ensure that the in-game resolution is consistent with your system's display resolution. Altering the resolution may lead to misalignment of the ESP.
**Cheat doesn't show up or bluescreens**
Uninstall security updates from your system, by going to **Control Panel → Programs → View Installed Updates**. Remove all security updates until you can no longer do so. Additionally, consider pausing Windows updates to prevent further installations.
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