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{{Disambig|the [[Arma 2]] mod|the stand-alone title|[[DayZ]]}}
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|title         = DayZ
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{{Infobox game
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|cover         = DayZ_cover.png
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|cover       = DayZ cover.png
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|developer      = [http://www.dayzmod.com Dean "Rocket" Hall]
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|developers  =  
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|publisher     =
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{{Infobox game/row/developer|Dean "Rocket" Hall}}
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|engine        = Real Virtuality 3
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|publishers  =
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|release dates = <sup>Alpha</sup>21 January 2012
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|engines     =  
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|steam         = 33900
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{{Infobox game/row/engine|Real Virtuality|name=Real Virtuality 3}}
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|release dates=  
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{{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|January 21, 2012}}
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|taxonomy    =
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{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization      | }}
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{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes            | }}
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{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series            | DayZ }}
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|steam appid  = 224580
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|gogcom id    =
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|mobygames    =
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|strategywiki =
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|wikipedia    = DayZ (mod)
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|winehq      =
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|license      =  
 
}}
 
}}
  
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'''DayZ''' is a [[Gaming Glossary#Modification|modification]] for '''[[Arma 2]]''' and the [[Gaming Glossary#Standalone_Expansion_Pack|standalone expansion]] '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead'''. It is currently in the [[Gaming Glossary#Alpha|open alpha]] development phase and is frequently updated with new content.<ref>http://dayzmod.com/news.php</ref> The modification can be downloaded from the [http://dayzmod.com/downloads.php DayZ website].
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'''Key points'''
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{{ii}} DayZ is a [[Gaming Glossary#Modification|modification]] for [[Arma 2]] and requires its expansion Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead.
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{{++}} [[#DayZ Commander|DayZ Commander]] is highly recommended as the best one-stop program to install, update and browse DayZ servers - no other programs are required.
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{{--}} DayZ is in early open alpha stage, and is very unfriendly to install and run for new users, while many bugs, gameplay problems and rampant cheating persist.<ref>http://www.gamereactor.eu/news/43091/GRTV%3A+Dean+Hall+on+DayZ/</ref>
  
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==Requirements==
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'''General information'''
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{| class="wikitable template-infotable" style="width:720px;"
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{{mm}} Original guide located on the [http://dayz.gamepedia.com/Mod:How_to_install_DayZ DayZ Wiki].
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|-
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{{mm}} [http://dayzmod.com/forum/ DayZ Forum] - official forum which the developer participates in and has the most active community.
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! scope="col" colspan="1" width="25%" |
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{{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/224580/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions]
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! scope="col" colspan="1" width="25%" | [http://store.steampowered.com/app/33900/ Arma 2: Free]
 
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! scope="col" colspan="1" width="25%" | [http://store.steampowered.com/app/33900/ Arma 2]
 
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! scope="col" colspan="1" width="25%" | [http://store.steampowered.com/app/33930/ Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead]
 
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! [http://store.steampowered.com/sub/4638/ Arma 2: Combined Operations]
 
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| [[File:Tick.png]]
 
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| [[File:Tick.png]]
 
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! [http://community.bistudio.com/wiki/ArmA_2_OA:_Combined_Operations_Lite Arma 2: Combined Operations Lite]
 
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| [[File:Tick.png]]
 
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| [[File:Tick.png]]
 
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|-
 
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|}
 
  
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'''DayZ''' requires '''Arma 2: Combined Operations''', either in its full or '''Lite''' version.
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==Availability==
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{{Availability|
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{{Availability/row| Steam | 224580 | Steam |  |  | Windows | unavailable }}
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}}
  
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Requirements can be fulfilled by any above combination of Steam, retail and digital distribution packs for '''Arma 2''', '''Arma 2: Free''' and '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead''' as long as each part has been run at least once before.
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==Essential improvements==
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{{Image|DayZ menu.jpg|@DayZ appearing means that the mod has loaded correctly.}}
  
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===Arma 2: Combined Operations Lite===
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{{ii}} [[#Manual Install|Manual installation]] of DayZ is relatively complex, with no official client or method of installing the mod easily.
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*Recommended version if one solely wants to play '''DayZ''' for the cheapest price.
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{{ii}} Successful installations will show that when Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead is run, the <code>@DayZ</code> text will appear on the right of the menu screen.
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*'''Arma 2: Free''' must be activated on the [http://free.arma2.com/activation/ Arma 2 website].  
 
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*'''Arma 2: Free''' is downloadable via the [http://store.steampowered.com/app/33900/ Download Demo] button on [[Steam]] or available via the [http://www.arma2.com/free Arma 2: Free site].
 
  
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====Advantages====
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===[http://www.dayzcommander.com/ DayZ Commander]===
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*5-15% performance increase due to lower resolution textures.<ref>http://www.editgrid.com/user/kju/PvPscene_Benchmark_Suite</ref>
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{{Image|DayZ Commander.png|[[#DayZ Commander|DayZ Commander]] patching.}}
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*Normally cheaper to buy '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead''' than the full pack '''Arma 2: Combined Operations'''.
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{{ii}} Launcher, mod updater, server browser, and friends listing.
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{{++}} Highly recommended as the best way to patch and launch the game, as well as the only program which lists friends.
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{{++}} The only program that is required as long as your version of Arma 2: Combined Operations meets the [[#Availability|requirements]].
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{{++}} Support for installing any patch version including the [[#Beta Patch|beta patch]].
  
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====Disadvantages====
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==Game data==
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*No access to the main campaign.
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===Configuration file(s) location===
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*Lower quality textures and audio.
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{{Game data|
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{{Game data/config|Windows|}}
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}}
  
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[[File:DayZ_menu.jpg|thumb|right|200px|@DayZ appearing means that the mod has loaded correctly.]]
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===Save game data location===
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{{Game data|
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{{Game data/saves|Windows|}}
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}}
  
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==Installation==
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===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]===
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Installation of '''DayZ''' is relatively complex, with no official client or method of installing the mod easily.
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{{Save game cloud syncing
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|discord                  =
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|discord notes            =
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|epic games launcher      =
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|epic games launcher notes =
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|gog galaxy                =
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|gog galaxy notes          =
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|origin                    =
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|origin notes              =
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|steam cloud              = unknown
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|steam cloud notes        =
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|ubisoft connect          =
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|ubisoft connect notes    =
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|xbox cloud                =
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|xbox cloud notes          =  
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}}
  
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The developers have stated that '''Arma 2''' will have some "related work" complete for '''DayZ''' in the 1.61 update.<ref>http://kotaku.com/5910279/pc-zombie-darling-causes-sale-explosion-arma-devs-happy-to-help</ref>
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==Video==
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{{Video
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|wsgf link                  =
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|widescreen wsgf award      =
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|multimonitor wsgf award    =
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|ultrawidescreen wsgf award =
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|4k ultra hd wsgf award    =
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|widescreen resolution      = unknown
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|widescreen resolution notes=
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|multimonitor              = unknown
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|multimonitor notes        =
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|ultrawidescreen            = unknown
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|ultrawidescreen notes      =
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|4k ultra hd                = unknown
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|4k ultra hd notes          =
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|fov                        = unknown
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|fov notes                  =
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|windowed                  = unknown
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|windowed notes            =
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|borderless windowed        = unknown
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|borderless windowed notes  =
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|anisotropic                = unknown
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|anisotropic notes          =
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|antialiasing              = unknown
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|antialiasing notes        =
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|upscaling                  = unknown
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|upscaling tech            =
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|upscaling notes            =
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|vsync                      = unknown
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|vsync notes                =
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|60 fps                    = unknown
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|60 fps notes              =
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|120 fps                    = unknown
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|120 fps notes              =
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|hdr                        = unknown
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|hdr notes                  =
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|ray tracing                = unknown
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|ray tracing notes          =
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|color blind                = unknown
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|color blind notes          =
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}}
  
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Successful installations will show that when '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead''' is run, the <code>@DayZ</code> text will appear on the right of the menu screen.
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==Input==
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{{Input
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|key remap                = unknown
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|key remap notes          =
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|acceleration option      = unknown
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|acceleration option notes =
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|mouse sensitivity        = unknown
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|mouse sensitivity notes  =
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|mouse menu               = unknown
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|mouse menu notes          =
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|invert mouse y-axis      = unknown
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|invert mouse y-axis notes =
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|touchscreen              = unknown
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|touchscreen notes        =
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|controller support        = unknown
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|controller support notes  =
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|full controller          = unknown
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|full controller notes    =
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|controller remap          = unknown
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|controller remap notes    =
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|controller sensitivity    = unknown
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|controller sensitivity notes=
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|invert controller y-axis  = unknown
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|invert controller y-axis notes=
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|xinput controllers        = unknown
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|xinput controllers notes  =
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|xbox prompts              = unknown
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|xbox prompts notes        =
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|impulse triggers          = unknown
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|impulse triggers notes    =
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|dualshock 4              = unknown
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|dualshock 4 notes        =
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|dualshock prompts        = unknown
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|dualshock prompts notes  =
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|light bar support        = unknown
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|light bar support notes  =
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|dualshock 4 modes        = unknown
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|dualshock 4 modes notes  =
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|tracked motion controllers= unknown
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|tracked motion controllers notes =
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|tracked motion prompts    = unknown
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|tracked motion prompts notes =
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|other controllers        = unknown
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|other controllers notes  =
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|other button prompts      = unknown
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|other button prompts notes=
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|controller hotplug        = unknown
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|controller hotplug notes  =
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|haptic feedback          = unknown
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|haptic feedback notes    =
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|simultaneous input        = unknown
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|simultaneous input notes  =
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|steam input api          = unknown
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|steam input api notes    =
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|steam hook input          = unknown
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|steam hook input notes    =
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|steam input presets      = unknown
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|steam input presets notes =
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|steam controller prompts  = unknown
 +
|steam controller prompts notes =
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|steam cursor detection    = unknown
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|steam cursor detection notes =
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}}
  
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===[http://www.worrom.com/ Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom)]===
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==Audio==
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'''The Day Z Updater Tool''' is the simplest way to install, patch and launch the game. It checks and downloads the latest version of the mod files, and is able to launch the game with the relevant parameters.
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{{Audio
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[[File:Day_Z_Updater_Tool_Worrom.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Screenshot of Day Z Updater Tool by Worrom.]]
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|separate volume          = unknown
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|separate volume notes    =
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|surround sound          = unknown
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|surround sound notes    =
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|subtitles                = unknown
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|subtitles notes          =  
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|closed captions          = unknown
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|closed captions notes    =
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|mute on focus lost      = unknown
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|mute on focus lost notes =
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|eax support              =
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|eax support notes        =
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|royalty free audio        = unknown
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|royalty free audio notes  =
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}}
  
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1) Install '''Arma 2''' or '''Arma 2: Free''' and '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead'''.
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{{L10n|content=
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{{L10n/switch
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|language  = English
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|interface = true
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|audio    = true
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|subtitles = unknown
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|notes    =
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|fan      =
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}}
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{{L10n/switch
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|language  = Czech
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|interface = true
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|audio    = unknown
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|subtitles = unknown
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|notes    =
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|fan      =
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}}
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{{L10n/switch
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|language  = French
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|interface = true
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|audio    = unknown
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|subtitles = unknown
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|notes    =
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|fan      =
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}}
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{{L10n/switch
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|language  = Italian
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|interface = true
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|audio    = unknown
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|subtitles = unknown
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|notes    =
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|fan      =
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}}
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{{L10n/switch
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|language  = Spanish
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|interface = true
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|audio    = unknown
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|subtitles = unknown
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|notes    =
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|fan      =
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}}
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}}
  
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*Note that '''Arma 2: Free''' must be activated on the [http://free.arma2.com/activation/ Arma 2 website].
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==Network==
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{{Network/Multiplayer
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|local play          =
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|local play players  =
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|local play modes    =
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|local play notes    =
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|lan play            = false
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|lan play players    =
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|lan play modes      =
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|lan play notes      =
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|online play          = true
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|online play players  =
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|online play modes    =
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|online play notes    =
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|asynchronous        =
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|asynchronous notes  =
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}}
  
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2) Download the '''[http://www.worrom.com/ Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom)]''' and install and run the program. This program can be installed anywhere.
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{{Network/Connections
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|matchmaking        = false
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|matchmaking notes  =
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|p2p                = false
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|p2p notes          =
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|dedicated          = true
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|dedicated notes    =
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|self-hosting      = true
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|self-hosting notes =
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|direct ip          = true
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|direct ip notes    =
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}}{{Network/Ports
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|tcp  =
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|udp  =
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|upnp =
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}}
  
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3) When prompted, refer the tool to your Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead folder. By default, this folder will be located at the following:
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==Issues fixed==
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*'''Steam:''' <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\arma 2 operation arrowhead\</code>
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===General Issues===
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*'''Retail / digital distribution:''' <code>C:\Program Files\Bohemia Interactive\ARMA 2 Operation Arrowhead\</code>
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====Graphical Glitches And Artifacts====
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{{ii}} Several potential issues can cause large scale graphical glitches and missing textures.
  
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4) The game can be run by pressing the 'run' button on the '''[http://www.worrom.com/ Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom)]'''.
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{{Fixbox|description=Verify Integrity Or Change Graphics Settings|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Steam version|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}|fix=
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{{ii}} This problem is usually caused by corrupted files, verifying your game cache should fix it, note that this is only for the Steam version of ARMA 2.
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# Find ARMA 2 in your Steam Library
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# Right-click the game name
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# Select <code>Properties</code>
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# Go to the <code>Local Files</code> tab
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# Select <code>Verify Integrity of Game Cache...</code>
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# This may take a while, just wait for it to finish
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# Once it's done press <code>OK</code>
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# Launch the game
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}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Retail version|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}|fix=
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Alternatively, if this does not work or you are using the retail version of the game, attempt to lower or raise the in-game graphics settings.
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}}
  
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====Issues====
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====Microphone Skipping Issues====
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=====Java=====
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{{Fixbox|description=Install Beta|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}|fix=
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Ensure the latest version of [http://java.com/en/download/index.jsp Java] is installed.
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Installing the Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead [[#Beta Patch|beta]] may fix these problems.
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}}
  
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=====Installer Unable to Detect Game Folder=====
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====Game Lags Or Stutters Every Few Seconds====
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This error is most likely caused by incorrectly inputting the location of your Operation Arrowhead folder. Check the spelling and location of the file path you have inputted, and ensure you seperate folders using a backwards slash "\" rather than a forwards slash "/". Remove any extra spaces left after the file path, and end the file path with a single backwards slash.<ref>http://www.worrom.com/</ref>
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{{ii}} This issue may be from having too many background programs running.
  
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===[http://www.six-updater.net/ Six Updater]===
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{{Fixbox|description=Disable Services|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
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'''[http://www.six-updater.net/ Six Updater]''' is a slightly more complex installer than the '''[[#Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom)|Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom)]]'''. It can install, patch and launch '''DayZ''', with support for other mods as well.
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# Press {{key|Win|R}} and run <code>msconfig</code>.
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# On the General tab, click selective startup.
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# Under selective startup click to clear the Load Startup Items check box.
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# Click the Services tab, click to select the Hide All Microsoft Services check box, and then click Disable All. Then find the steam service and click its check box as you will need it.
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# Click OK.
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# When prompted, restart computer.
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# After the computer restarts, open the program and see whether the problem is fixed.
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}}
  
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1) Install '''Arma 2''' or '''Arma 2: Free''' and '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead'''.
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===Error Messages===
 +
====Installer unable to detect installation folder====
 +
{{ii}} This error is most likely caused by incorrectly inputting the location of your Operation Arrowhead folder.<ref>http://www.worrom.com/</ref>
  
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*Note that '''Arma 2: Free''' must be activated on the [http://free.arma2.com/activation/ '''Arma 2''' website].
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{{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
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# Check the spelling and location of the file path you have inputted, and ensure you separate folders using a backwards slash "\" rather than a forwards slash "/".  
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# Remove any extra spaces left after the file path, and end the file path with a single backwards slash.
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}}
  
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2) Download and install '''[http://www.six-updater.net/ Six Updater]'''.
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===='Arma 2 has stopped working'====
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{{ii}} Error message on startup.
  
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3) Run the program and navigate to the options menu, ensuring the target path for the Operation Arrowhead main folder is correct.
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{{Fixbox|description=Verify Your Game Cache|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
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*'''Steam:''' <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\arma 2 operation arrowhead\</code>
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# Find ARMA 2 in your Steam Library
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*'''Retail / digital distribution:''' <code>C:\Program Files\Bohemia Interactive\ARMA 2 Operation Arrowhead\</code>
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# Right-click the game name
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# Select <code>Properties</code>
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# Go to the <code>Local Files</code> tab
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# Select <code>Verify Integrity of Game Cache...</code>
 +
# This may take a while, just wait for it to finish
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# Once it's done press <code>OK</code>
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# Launch the game
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}}
  
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4) It should say at the bottom of the tab that you have installed '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead (Combined Operations)'''. If not, check your installation is correct.
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{{ii}} If this doesn't work, you may alternatively:
 +
{{Fixbox|description=Uninstall DayZ if the error persists|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}|fix=
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Try re-installing the most up-to-date version of DayZ.
 +
}}
  
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5) Navigate to the 'Preset' tab in the topmost menu, before creating a 'New Preset' called it 'DayZ'.
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===='Downloadable content that has been deleted.chernarus'====
 +
Other error messages:
 +
{{--}} "Addon 'dayz_code' requires addon 'CABuildingParts'"
 +
{{--}} "No entry 'bin\Config.bin/cfgVehicles/Citizen1.scope'"
 +
{{--}} "You cannot play/edit this mission; it is dependent on downloadable content that has been deleted.chernarus"
  
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6) Next click the 'Mods' tab at the top and search for '@DayZ'.
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{{Fixbox|description=Move Addons Folder|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}|fix=
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Move <code>\Addons\</code> folder from the Arma 2 folder to the Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead Folder.
 +
}}
  
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7) Right click the '''DayZ''' mod in the search results and click 'Add to Preset'.
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====Constant 'Waiting for Server Response' Or 'Receiving Data'====
 +
{{ii}} This issue is caused by large server load, and will resolve itself over time.  
 +
{{ii}} If it does not resolve itself, attempt these fixes:
  
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8) Finally click on the 'Home' tab before selecting 'Install or Update Mods'. This will automatically download and install the latest version of the '''DayZ''' mod.
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{{Fixbox|description=Reinstall|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}}}
 +
{{Fixbox|description=Steam|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
 +
# Launch Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead via Steam
 +
# Select 'Reinstall Battleye Anti-Cheat'.  
 +
}}
 +
{{Fixbox|description=Retail|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
 +
# Retail users can find the latest version of the client [http://www.battleye.com/download.html here].
 +
# Install the client inside the Operation Arrowhead folder: <code>{{p|game}}\Expansion\BattlEye\</code>.
  
−
9) To run the game with the mod, launch '''Six Updater''' and select 'Launch the Game' each time.
+
Alternatively:
  
−
===[http://darow.net/dayzinstaller.php Darow's Installer&Updater]===
+
# Re-download all relevant DayZ files
−
Basic installer and updater for DayZ that uses a web config to add support for any new DayZ paths,mirrors and files without having to update the installer itself.It also supports asynchronous downloads of the files.
+
# Re-install said files
  
−
1) Install '''Arma 2''' or '''Arma 2: Free''' and '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead'''.
+
If this also doesn't work, you can use this alternative:
  
−
*Note that '''Arma 2: Free''' must be activated on the [http://free.arma2.com/activation/ '''Arma 2''' website].
+
# Uninstall and re-installing the most up-to-date version of DayZ all three games, Arma 2, Operating Arrowhead, and DayZ.
 +
}}
  
−
2) Select the drive which you have '''Arma 2''' and '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead''' installed on.
+
===='You cannot play/edit this mission ... .cherarus'====
 +
{{ii}} Caused by attempting to connect to DayZ servers from within Operation Arrowhead, rather than launching the game as Combined Operations.
  
−
3) Click the "Find ARMA" button. If it is unable to auto detect it will prompt you to browse to the client file yourself.
+
{{Fixbox|description=Restart Game In Combined Operations|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}}}
  
−
4) Select a host to download from.
+
===='You cannot play/edit this mission ... .dayz_code, ...'====
 +
{{ii}} This error will occur if the mod was installed incorrectly, or if the shortcut has the wrong appendage to the target line.
  
−
5) Click "Install/Update DayZ".
+
{{Fixbox|description=Target Line|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}|fix=
 +
Ensure that the target line ends in <code>-mod=@dayz</code> and that the DayZ mod files are installed correctly.
 +
}}
  
−
6) Launch whatever version you are using (Steam/Other).
+
===='missing CBA_Main'====
−
*Credits to Worrom for the launch command files.
+
{{ii}} This error is generally harmless and should not impact the game itself. Simply click OK and play as normal.
  
−
===Manual Install===
+
===='No Entry 'bin\config.bin\CfgVehicles\'====
−
1) Download the [http://www.armafiles.info/dayz/ DayZ mod files].
+
{{ii}} This error is generally harmless and should not impact the game itself. Simply click OK and play as normal.
  
−
2) Navigate to '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead''' directory, located at the following:
+
===='Arma 2 is not installed on your computer or installation is corrupted'====
−
*'''Steam:''' <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\arma 2 operation arrowhead\</code>
+
{{ii}} Caused by install folder being moved from original location, or exe file being renamed.
−
*'''Retail / digital distribution:''' <code>C:\Program Files\Bohemia Interactive\ARMA 2 Operation Arrowhead\</code>
 
  
−
3) Create the folders <code>\@DayZ\Addons\</code> in your '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead''' folder.
+
{{Fixbox|description=Regedit|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
 +
# Open [[regedit]].
 +
# <code>Regedit</code> filepath in main in <code>{{p|hklm}}\SOFTWARE\{{p|wow64}}\Bohemia Interactive Studio\ArmA 2\</code>
 +
}}
  
−
4) Extract the '''DayZ''' mod files zip folder to:
+
===='Bad serial number'====
−
*<code>C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\arma 2 operation arrowhead\@DayZ\Addons\</code>
+
{{ii}} Common issue with base game [[Arma 2]] on [[Steam]].<ref>https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=4950-EKAM-2644</ref><ref>https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=5688-IFHZ-2170</ref>
−
*'''Retail / digital distribution:''' <code>C:\Program Files\Bohemia Interactive\ARMA 2 Operation Arrowhead\@DayZ\Addons\</code>
 
  
−
Steam:
+
{{Fixbox|description=Verify Your Game Cache|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
−
*right click on '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead'''
+
# Find ARMA 2 in your Steam Library
−
*select 'Properties'
+
# Right-click the game name
−
*'Set Launch Options'
+
# Select <code>Properties</code>
−
*add:<code>-mod=@dayz -nosplash</code> to the target line and click 'OK'
+
# Go to the <code>Local Files</code> tab
−
*load '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead''' via Steam and select "Launch ARMA 2: Combined Operations" in the pop-up to play '''DayZ'''.
+
# Select <code>Verify Integrity of Game Cache...</code>
 +
# This may take a while, just wait for it to finish
 +
# Once it's done press <code>OK</code>
 +
# If you're using 6 Launcher, run and exit ARMA 2 first.
 +
# Launch the game
 +
}}
  
−
Retail:
+
{{Fixbox|description=Windows Vista Fix|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
−
*edit shortcut in the '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead folder'''.
+
# Close Steam.
−
*add <code>-mod=@dayz -nosplash</code> without quotes to the target line.
+
# Go to the Steam installation folder.
 +
# Right click <code>Steam.exe</code> and choose the "Run as Administrator" option to launch Steam.
  
−
==Beta Patch==
+
'''Notes'''
−
Many servers require the use of the '''beta patch'''. The '''beta patch''' is backwards compatible, so one can play on beta and non-beta servers.
+
{{ii}} The option may not work with a Desktop shortcut to Steam so be sure to use the direct <code>Steam.exe</code>.
 +
}}
  
−
===Manual Install===
+
==VR support==
−
If you have previous beta patches it's suggested to uninstall them before installing a newer version. One can also try deleting beta subdirectory inside '''Arma 2''' folder manually.
+
{{VR support
 +
|gg3d name                  =
 +
|native 3d gg3d award        =
 +
|nvidia 3d vision gg3d award =
 +
|tridef 3d gg3d award        =
 +
|iz3d gg3d award            =
 +
|native 3d                  =
 +
|native 3d notes            =
 +
|nvidia 3d vision            =
 +
|nvidia 3d vision notes      =
 +
|tridef 3d                  =
 +
|tridef 3d notes            =
 +
|iz3d                        =
 +
|iz3d notes                  =
 +
|vr only                    =
 +
|htc vive                    =
 +
|htc vive notes              =
 +
|oculus rift                =
 +
|oculus rift notes          =
 +
|osvr                        =
 +
|osvr notes                  =
 +
|windows mixed reality      =
 +
|windows mixed reality notes =  
 +
|keyboard-mouse              =
 +
|keyboard-mouse notes        =
 +
|3rd space gaming vest      =
 +
|3rd space gaming vest notes =
 +
|novint falcon              =
 +
|novint falcon notes        =
 +
|trackir                    = true
 +
|trackir notes              = Supports: Yaw, Pitch, Roll, X, Z.
 +
|tobii eye tracking          =
 +
|tobii eye tracking notes    =
 +
|play area seated            =
 +
|play area seated notes      =
 +
|play area standing          =
 +
|play area standing notes    =
 +
|play area room-scale        =
 +
|play area room-scale notes  =
 +
}}
  
−
1) Download and install beta patch from the [http://www.arma2.com/beta-patch.php '''Arma 2''' site] - the latest patch is in the green field top of page).
+
==Other information==
 +
===API===
 +
{{API
 +
|direct3d versions      =
 +
|direct3d notes        =
 +
|directdraw versions    =
 +
|directdraw notes      =
 +
|opengl versions        =
 +
|opengl notes          =
 +
|glide versions        =
 +
|glide notes            =
 +
|software mode          =
 +
|software mode notes    =
 +
|mantle support        =
 +
|mantle support notes  =
 +
|metal support          =
 +
|metal support notes    =
 +
|vulkan versions        =
 +
|vulkan notes          =
 +
|dos modes              =
 +
|dos modes notes        =
 +
|shader model versions  =
 +
|shader model notes    =
 +
|windows 32-bit exe    = true
 +
|windows 64-bit exe    = false
 +
|windows arm app        = unknown
 +
|windows exe notes      =
 +
|macos intel 32-bit app =
 +
|macos intel 64-bit app =
 +
|macos arm app          = unknown
 +
|macos app notes        =
 +
|linux 32-bit executable=
 +
|linux 64-bit executable=
 +
|linux arm app          = unknown
 +
|linux executable notes =
 +
}}
  
−
2) Go to the '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead''' directory:
+
===[[Glossary:Command line arguments|Command line arguments]]===
−
*'''Steam:''' <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\arma 2 operation arrowhead\</code>
+
{{ii}} See [https://community.bistudio.com/wiki/Arma2:_Startup_Parameters list of available command line entries for DayZ]
−
*'''Retail / digital distribution:''' <code>C:\Program Files\Bohemia Interactive\ARMA 2 Operation Arrowhead\</code>
 
  
−
3) Right-click on shortcut "Launch Arma2 OA Beta Patch". Add <code>-mod=@dayz</code> without quotes to the target line.
+
===[http://www.worrom.com/ Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom)]===
 +
{{Image|Day Z Updater Tool Worrom.jpg|Screenshot of Day Z Updater Tool by Worrom.}}
 +
{{ii}} This utility checks and downloads the latest version of the mod files, and is able to launch the game with the relevant parameters.
 +
{{--}} Latest version of [http://java.com/en/download/index.jsp Java] is required.
 +
{{++}} This tool is a basic way to install, patch and launch the game.  
  
−
4) Run "Launch Arma2 OA Beta Patch".
+
{{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
 +
# Install Arma 2 or Arma 2: Free and Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead. Arma 2: Free must be activated on the [http://free.arma2.com/activation/ Arma 2 website].
 +
# Download [http://www.worrom.com Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom)] and install and run the program.
 +
## This program can be installed anywhere.
 +
# When prompted, refer the tool to your Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead folder.
 +
# The game can be run by pressing the 'run' button on the utility.
 +
}}
  
−
==Issues And Fixes==
+
===[http://www.six-updater.net/ Six Updater]===
−
==='Arma 2 has stopped working' Error At Startup===
+
{{ii}} This program can install, patch and launch DayZ.
−
There are several causes of this error, but generally speaking it is easy to fix. If you are using the Steam version, right click on the game and select 'Properties' before selecting 'Verify Integrity of Game Cache'. If this doesn't work, or you are using the retail version of the game, try uninstalling DayZ to see if the error persists. If it does not, try re-installing the most up-to-date version of DayZ.
+
{{++}} The officially supported method of installation listed on the DayZ website.<ref>http://dayzmod.com/?Download</ref>
 +
{{++}} Supports other [[Arma 2]] mods.
 +
{{--}} [http://www.six-updater.net/ Six Updater] has unnecessary features for those who only want to play DayZ. In which case, the [[#DayZ Commander|DayZ Commander]] or [[#Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom)|Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom)]] is recommended.
  
−
==='Downloadable content that has been deleted.chernarus' Error===
+
{{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
−
Error messages:
+
# Install Arma 2 or Arma 2: Free and Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead. Arma 2: Free must be activated on the [http://free.arma2.com/activation/ Arma 2 website].
−
*"Addon 'dayz_code' requires addon 'CABuildingParts'"
+
# Download and install [http://www.six-updater.net/ Six Updater].
−
*"No entry 'bin\Config.bin/cfgVehicles/Citizen1.scope'"
+
# Run the program and navigate to the options menu, ensuring the target path for the Operation Arrowhead installation folder is correct.  
−
*"You cannot play/edit this mission; it is dependent on downloadable content that has been deleted.chernarus"
+
# It should say at the bottom of the tab that you have installed Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead (Combined Operations). If not, check your installation is correct.
 +
# Go to the 'Preset' tab in the topmost menu, before creating a 'New Preset' called it 'DayZ'.
 +
# Next click the 'Mods' tab at the top and search for '@DayZ'.
 +
# Right click the DayZ mod in the search results and click 'Add to Preset'.
 +
# Finally click on the 'Home' tab before selecting 'Install or Update Mods'. This will automatically download and install the latest version of the DayZ mod.
 +
# To run the game with the mod, launch Six Updater and select 'Launch the Game' each time.
 +
}}
  
−
These can be fixed by moving the <code>\Addons\</code> folder from the '''Arma 2''' folder to the '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead Folder'''.
+
===Manual install===
 +
{{--}} Manual installation does not support automatic updating.
  
−
===Constant 'Waiting for Server Response' Or 'Receiving Data'===
+
{{Fixbox|description=Pre-requisites|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
−
This issue is caused by large server load, and will resolve itself over time.  
+
# Download the [http://www.armafiles.info/dayz/ DayZ mod files].
 +
# Go to Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead installation folder.
 +
# Create the folders <code>\@DayZ\Addons\</code> in your Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead folder.
 +
# Extract the DayZ mod files zip folder to this new folder.
 +
}}
  
−
If the problem persists, attempt the following fix.  
+
{{Fixbox|description=Command line arguments|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
 +
# Use the <code>-mod=@dayz -nosplash</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line arguments]].
 +
# Launch ARMA 2: Operation Arrowhead when asked by the pop-up to play DayZ.
 +
}}
  
−
Steam users, launch '''Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead''' via Steam and select 'Reinstall Battleye Anti-Cheat'.  
+
===Beta Patch===
 +
{{ii}} Many servers require the use of the beta patch.
 +
{{++}} The beta patch is backwards compatible, so one can play on beta and non-beta servers.
  
−
Retail users can find the latest version of the client [http://www.battleye.com/download.html here]. Then install the client to the folder <code>\BattlEye\</code> at the following location:
+
{{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
−
<code>C:\Program Files\Bohemia Interactive\Arma 2 Operation Arrowhead\Expansion\BattlEye</code>
+
{{ii}} If you have previous beta patches it's suggested to uninstall them before installing a newer version.
 +
{{ii}} One can also try deleting beta subdirectory inside Arma 2 folder manually.
 +
# Download and install beta patch from the [http://www.arma2.com/beta-patch.php Arma 2 site] - the latest patch is in the green field top of page).
 +
# Go to the Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead installation folder.
 +
# Right-click on shortcut "Launch Arma2 OA Beta Patch". Add <code>-mod=@dayz</code> to the end of the Target.
 +
# Run "Launch Arma2 OA Beta Patch".
 +
}}
  
−
Alternatively, if this produces no results, try redownloading all relevant DayZ files and re-installing them, ensuring the latest version is installed. If this again fails to solve the problem, attempt a fresh install of Arma 2, Operation Arrowhead and DayZ.
+
==System requirements==
 +
{{System requirements
 +
|OSfamily = Windows
 +
|minOS    =
 +
|minCPU  =
 +
|minRAM  =
 +
|minHD    =
 +
|minGPU  =
  
−
===Graphical Glitches And Artifacts===
+
|recOS    =  
−
Several potential issues can cause large scale graphical glitches and missing textures. If you are using the Steam version of the game, right click on it and select 'Properties' before selecting 'Verify Integrity of Game Cache'. This will result in Steam scanning the game folder for any missing files which could potentially result in graphical errors. Alternatively, if this does not work or you are using the retail version of the game, attempt to lower or raise the in-game graphics settings.
+
|recCPU  =  
 +
|recRAM  =  
 +
|recHD    =  
 +
|recGPU  =  
 +
|notes    =
 +
{{ii}} DayZ requires Arma 2: Combined Operations, either in its full or Lite version. [http://www.arma2.com/free Arma 2: Combined Operations Lite] is the recommended version if one solely wants to play DayZ for the cheapest price, as Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead is normally cheaper than Arma 2: Combined Operations.
 +
{{ii}} Requirements can be fulfilled by any of the following combination of Steam, retail and digital distribution packs for Arma 2, Arma 2: Free and Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead as long as each part has been run at least once before.
 +
}}
  
−
===Microphone Skipping Issues===
+
{| class="wikitable template-infotable" style="width:720px;"
−
Installing the Operation Arrowhead beta patch may fix these problems.
+
! scope="col" width="25%" |
−
 
+
! scope="col" width="25%" | [http://www.arma2.com/free Arma 2: Free]
−
==='missing CBA_Main' Error===
+
! scope="col" width="25%" | [[Arma 2]]
−
This error is generally harmless and should not impact the game itself. Simply click OK and play as normal.
+
! scope="col" width="25%" | [[Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead]]
−
 
+
|-
−
==='No Entry 'bin\config.bin\CfgVehicles\' Error===
+
! [[Arma 2: Combined Operations]]
−
This error is generally harmless and should not impact the game itself. Simply click OK and play as normal.
+
|
−
 
+
| [[File:True icon.svg|25px]]
−
==='You cannot play/edit this mission ... .cherarus' Error===
+
| [[File:True icon.svg|25px]]
−
This error is caused by attempting to connect to '''DayZ''' servers from within '''Operation Arrowhead''', rather than launching the game as '''Combined Operations'''. Restart the game as '''Combined Operations''' to fix this issue.
+
|-
−
 
+
! [http://community.bistudio.com/wiki/ArmA_2_OA:_Combined_Operations_Lite Arma 2: Combined Operations Lite]
−
==='You cannot play/edit this mission ... .dayz_code, ...' Error===
+
| [[File:True icon.svg|25px]]
−
This error will occur if the mod was installed incorrectly, or if the shortcut has the wrong appendage to the target line. Ensure that the target line ends in <code>-mod=@dayz</code> and that the DayZ mod files are installed correctly.
+
|
−
 
+
| [[File:True icon.svg|25px]]
−
===Game Lags Or Stutters Every Few Seconds===
+
|-
−
This issue may be from having too many background programs running.  To fix this, follow these steps:
+
|}
−
1) Open msconfig.
 
−
 
 
−
2) On the General tab, click selective startup.
 
−
 
 
−
3) Under selective startup click to clear the Load Startup Items check box.
 
−
 
 
−
4) Click the Services tab, click to select the Hide All Microsoft Services check box, and then click Disable All.  Then find the steam service and click its check box as you will need it.
 
−
 
 
−
5) Click OK.
 
−
 
 
−
6) When prompted, click restart computer.
 
−
 
 
−
7) After the computer restarts, open the program and see whether the problem is fixed.
 
−
 
 
−
=General Information=
 
−
*The installation guide has been written in reference to this [http://dayzmod.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2421 DayZ forum thread].
 
−
*Original guide located at [http://dayzwiki.com/wiki/index.php?title=How_to_install_DayZ the DayZ Wiki].
 
−
*A list of acceptable parameters you can add to the target line is available on the [http://community.bistudio.com/wiki/Arma2:_Startup_Parameters Bohemia Interactive Community Wiki].
 
−
*Mobile guide for Android: [http://www.droidsuccess.com/dayz/redir.php?action=pcgaming DayZ Mobile].
 
  
−
=References=
+
{{References}}
−
<references/>
 
  
−
[[Category:Game]] [[Category:Mod]] [[Category:Windows]]
+
[[Category:Mod]]

Latest revision as of 22:20, 3 January 2024

This page is for the Arma 2 mod. For the stand-alone title, see DayZ.

DayZ (mod)
DayZ (mod) cover
Developers
Dean "Rocket" Hall
Engines
Real Virtuality 3
Release dates
Windows January 21, 2012
Taxonomy
Series DayZ
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DayZ (mod) on Wikipedia
DayZ
DayZ (mod) 2012
DayZ 2018

Key points

DayZ is a modification for Arma 2 and requires its expansion Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead.
DayZ Commander is highly recommended as the best one-stop program to install, update and browse DayZ servers - no other programs are required.
DayZ is in early open alpha stage, and is very unfriendly to install and run for new users, while many bugs, gameplay problems and rampant cheating persist.[1]

General information

Original guide located on the DayZ Wiki.
DayZ Forum - official forum which the developer participates in and has the most active community.
Steam Community Discussions

Availability

Source DRM Notes Keys OS
Steam (unavailable)
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Windows

Essential improvements

@DayZ appearing means that the mod has loaded correctly.
@DayZ appearing means that the mod has loaded correctly.
Manual installation of DayZ is relatively complex, with no official client or method of installing the mod easily.
Successful installations will show that when Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead is run, the @DayZ text will appear on the right of the menu screen.

DayZ Commander

DayZ Commander patching.
DayZ Commander patching.
Launcher, mod updater, server browser, and friends listing.
Highly recommended as the best way to patch and launch the game, as well as the only program which lists friends.
The only program that is required as long as your version of Arma 2: Combined Operations meets the requirements.
Support for installing any patch version including the beta patch.

Game data

Configuration file(s) location

System Location
Windows
Steam Play (Linux) <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/224580/pfx/[Note 1]

Save game data location

System Location
Windows
Steam Play (Linux) <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/224580/pfx/[Note 1]

Save game cloud syncing

System Native Notes
Steam Cloud

Video

Graphics feature State Notes
Widescreen resolution
Multi-monitor
Ultra-widescreen
4K Ultra HD
Field of view (FOV)
Windowed
Borderless fullscreen windowed
Anisotropic filtering (AF)
Anti-aliasing (AA)
Vertical sync (Vsync)
60 FPS and 120+ FPS

Input

Keyboard and mouse State Notes
Remapping
Mouse acceleration
Mouse sensitivity
Mouse input in menus
Mouse Y-axis inversion
Controller
Controller support
Controller types

Audio

Audio feature State Notes
Separate volume controls
Surround sound
Subtitles
Closed captions
Mute on focus lost
Royalty free audio

Localizations

Language UI Audio Sub Notes
English
Czech
French
Italian
Spanish

Network

Multiplayer types

Type Native Notes
LAN play
Online play

Connection types

Type Native Notes
Matchmaking
Peer-to-peer
Dedicated
Self-hosting
Direct IP

Issues fixed

General Issues

Graphical Glitches And Artifacts

Several potential issues can cause large scale graphical glitches and missing textures.
Verify Integrity Or Change Graphics Settings[citation needed]
Steam version[citation needed]
This problem is usually caused by corrupted files, verifying your game cache should fix it, note that this is only for the Steam version of ARMA 2.
  1. Find ARMA 2 in your Steam Library
  2. Right-click the game name
  3. Select Properties
  4. Go to the Local Files tab
  5. Select Verify Integrity of Game Cache...
  6. This may take a while, just wait for it to finish
  7. Once it's done press OK
  8. Launch the game
Retail version[citation needed]

Alternatively, if this does not work or you are using the retail version of the game, attempt to lower or raise the in-game graphics settings.

Microphone Skipping Issues

Install Beta[citation needed]

Installing the Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead beta may fix these problems.

Game Lags Or Stutters Every Few Seconds

This issue may be from having too many background programs running.
Disable Services[citation needed]
  1. Press ⊞ Win+R and run msconfig.
  2. On the General tab, click selective startup.
  3. Under selective startup click to clear the Load Startup Items check box.
  4. Click the Services tab, click to select the Hide All Microsoft Services check box, and then click Disable All. Then find the steam service and click its check box as you will need it.
  5. Click OK.
  6. When prompted, restart computer.
  7. After the computer restarts, open the program and see whether the problem is fixed.

Error Messages

Installer unable to detect installation folder

This error is most likely caused by incorrectly inputting the location of your Operation Arrowhead folder.[2]
Instructions[citation needed]
  1. Check the spelling and location of the file path you have inputted, and ensure you separate folders using a backwards slash "\" rather than a forwards slash "/".
  2. Remove any extra spaces left after the file path, and end the file path with a single backwards slash.

'Arma 2 has stopped working'

Error message on startup.
Verify Your Game Cache[citation needed]
  1. Find ARMA 2 in your Steam Library
  2. Right-click the game name
  3. Select Properties
  4. Go to the Local Files tab
  5. Select Verify Integrity of Game Cache...
  6. This may take a while, just wait for it to finish
  7. Once it's done press OK
  8. Launch the game
If this doesn't work, you may alternatively:
Uninstall DayZ if the error persists[citation needed]

Try re-installing the most up-to-date version of DayZ.

'Downloadable content that has been deleted.chernarus'

Other error messages:

"Addon 'dayz_code' requires addon 'CABuildingParts'"
"No entry 'bin\Config.bin/cfgVehicles/Citizen1.scope'"
"You cannot play/edit this mission; it is dependent on downloadable content that has been deleted.chernarus"
Move Addons Folder[citation needed]

Move \Addons\ folder from the Arma 2 folder to the Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead Folder.

Constant 'Waiting for Server Response' Or 'Receiving Data'

This issue is caused by large server load, and will resolve itself over time.
If it does not resolve itself, attempt these fixes:
Reinstall[citation needed]
Steam[citation needed]
  1. Launch Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead via Steam
  2. Select 'Reinstall Battleye Anti-Cheat'.
Retail[citation needed]
  1. Retail users can find the latest version of the client here.
  2. Install the client inside the Operation Arrowhead folder: <path-to-game>\Expansion\BattlEye\.

Alternatively:

  1. Re-download all relevant DayZ files
  2. Re-install said files

If this also doesn't work, you can use this alternative:

  1. Uninstall and re-installing the most up-to-date version of DayZ all three games, Arma 2, Operating Arrowhead, and DayZ.

'You cannot play/edit this mission ... .cherarus'

Caused by attempting to connect to DayZ servers from within Operation Arrowhead, rather than launching the game as Combined Operations.
Restart Game In Combined Operations[citation needed]

'You cannot play/edit this mission ... .dayz_code, ...'

This error will occur if the mod was installed incorrectly, or if the shortcut has the wrong appendage to the target line.
Target Line[citation needed]

Ensure that the target line ends in -mod=@dayz and that the DayZ mod files are installed correctly.

'missing CBA_Main'

This error is generally harmless and should not impact the game itself. Simply click OK and play as normal.

'No Entry 'bin\config.bin\CfgVehicles\'

This error is generally harmless and should not impact the game itself. Simply click OK and play as normal.

'Arma 2 is not installed on your computer or installation is corrupted'

Caused by install folder being moved from original location, or exe file being renamed.
Regedit[citation needed]
  1. Open regedit.
  2. Regedit filepath in main in HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Bohemia Interactive Studio\ArmA 2\

'Bad serial number'

Common issue with base game Arma 2 on Steam.[3][4]
Verify Your Game Cache[citation needed]
  1. Find ARMA 2 in your Steam Library
  2. Right-click the game name
  3. Select Properties
  4. Go to the Local Files tab
  5. Select Verify Integrity of Game Cache...
  6. This may take a while, just wait for it to finish
  7. Once it's done press OK
  8. If you're using 6 Launcher, run and exit ARMA 2 first.
  9. Launch the game
Windows Vista Fix[citation needed]
  1. Close Steam.
  2. Go to the Steam installation folder.
  3. Right click Steam.exe and choose the "Run as Administrator" option to launch Steam.

Notes

The option may not work with a Desktop shortcut to Steam so be sure to use the direct Steam.exe.

VR support

Devices State Notes
TrackIR
Supports: Yaw, Pitch, Roll, X, Z.

Other information

API

Executable 32-bit 64-bit Notes
Windows

Command line arguments

See list of available command line entries for DayZ

Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom)

Screenshot of Day Z Updater Tool by Worrom.
Screenshot of Day Z Updater Tool by Worrom.
This utility checks and downloads the latest version of the mod files, and is able to launch the game with the relevant parameters.
Latest version of Java is required.
This tool is a basic way to install, patch and launch the game.
Instructions[citation needed]
  1. Install Arma 2 or Arma 2: Free and Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead. Arma 2: Free must be activated on the Arma 2 website.
  2. Download Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom) and install and run the program.
    1. This program can be installed anywhere.
  3. When prompted, refer the tool to your Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead folder.
  4. The game can be run by pressing the 'run' button on the utility.

Six Updater

This program can install, patch and launch DayZ.
The officially supported method of installation listed on the DayZ website.[5]
Supports other Arma 2 mods.
Six Updater has unnecessary features for those who only want to play DayZ. In which case, the DayZ Commander or Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom) is recommended.
Instructions[citation needed]
  1. Install Arma 2 or Arma 2: Free and Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead. Arma 2: Free must be activated on the Arma 2 website.
  2. Download and install Six Updater.
  3. Run the program and navigate to the options menu, ensuring the target path for the Operation Arrowhead installation folder is correct.
  4. It should say at the bottom of the tab that you have installed Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead (Combined Operations). If not, check your installation is correct.
  5. Go to the 'Preset' tab in the topmost menu, before creating a 'New Preset' called it 'DayZ'.
  6. Next click the 'Mods' tab at the top and search for '@DayZ'.
  7. Right click the DayZ mod in the search results and click 'Add to Preset'.
  8. Finally click on the 'Home' tab before selecting 'Install or Update Mods'. This will automatically download and install the latest version of the DayZ mod.
  9. To run the game with the mod, launch Six Updater and select 'Launch the Game' each time.

Manual install

Manual installation does not support automatic updating.
Pre-requisites[citation needed]
  1. Download the DayZ mod files.
  2. Go to Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead installation folder.
  3. Create the folders \@DayZ\Addons\ in your Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead folder.
  4. Extract the DayZ mod files zip folder to this new folder.
Command line arguments[citation needed]
  1. Use the -mod=@dayz -nosplash command line arguments.
  2. Launch ARMA 2: Operation Arrowhead when asked by the pop-up to play DayZ.

Beta Patch

Many servers require the use of the beta patch.
The beta patch is backwards compatible, so one can play on beta and non-beta servers.
Instructions[citation needed]
If you have previous beta patches it's suggested to uninstall them before installing a newer version.
One can also try deleting beta subdirectory inside Arma 2 folder manually.
  1. Download and install beta patch from the Arma 2 site - the latest patch is in the green field top of page).
  2. Go to the Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead installation folder.
  3. Right-click on shortcut "Launch Arma2 OA Beta Patch". Add -mod=@dayz to the end of the Target.
  4. Run "Launch Arma2 OA Beta Patch".

System requirements

Windows
Minimum
Operating system (OS)
Processor (CPU)
System memory (RAM)
Hard disk drive (HDD)
DayZ requires Arma 2: Combined Operations, either in its full or Lite version. Arma 2: Combined Operations Lite is the recommended version if one solely wants to play DayZ for the cheapest price, as Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead is normally cheaper than Arma 2: Combined Operations.
Requirements can be fulfilled by any of the following combination of Steam, retail and digital distribution packs for Arma 2, Arma 2: Free and Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead as long as each part has been run at least once before.
Arma 2: Free Arma 2 Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead
Arma 2: Combined Operations True icon.svg True icon.svg
Arma 2: Combined Operations Lite True icon.svg True icon.svg


Notes

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:

References