> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.corelabs.ac/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Preparing Your Computer

> Complete setup guide to prepare your system before using Delta Force products

Before running the loader – complete these steps to avoid any issues!

<Warning>
  **IMPORTANT STEP:** You must run Delta Force with DirectX 11. Go to the Game Launcher of Delta Force and configure the launch command.

  **Launch Command:** `-d3d11`

  <Card title="View Setup Instructions" icon="images" href="https://imgur.com/a/5POaTsa">
    See screenshots showing how to configure the DirectX 11 launch command.
  </Card>
</Warning>

## Pre-Launch Preparation (Must Do!)

<Steps>
  <Step title="Disable Windows Defender">
    Download **DControl** and disable Windows Defender:

    <Card title="Download DControl" icon="download" href="https://mega.nz/file/N4ZwnTzI#UBIbpnRRDSp9mrEKA5RC1v2eyV410Dwj2dGr9Usb1rA">
      Download DControl from Mega (WinRAR Password: `sordum`)
    </Card>

    1. Extract the archive using WinRAR (Password: `sordum`)
    2. Open `DControl.exe` as Administrator
    3. Turn **Windows Defender OFF** (real-time protection)

    <Warning>
      Remember to re-enable Windows Defender after you're done using the product for your system's security.
    </Warning>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Install Required Runtimes">
    Make sure these are installed:

    <CardGroup cols={2}>
      <Card title="Visual C++ Redistributables" icon="windows" href="https://aka.ms/vs/17/release/vc_redist.x64.exe">
        All versions 2015–2022 (x64)
      </Card>

      <Card title="DirectX End-User Runtime" icon="gamepad" href="https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=35">
        Install DirectX to ensure graphics compatibility.
      </Card>
    </CardGroup>

    <Tip>
      If you already have these installed, you can skip this step. Most modern games install these automatically.
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Remove Anti-Cheat & Antivirus">
    **Uninstall FACEIT ANTI CHEAT** - it is known to flag our product.

    Also completely remove any other antivirus:

    * Avast
    * Kaspersky
    * McAfee
    * Norton
    * AVG
    * Bitdefender

    <Warning>
      Simply disabling antivirus is not enough - you must fully uninstall it for the product to work.
    </Warning>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Game Settings (Before Opening Loader!)">
    Launch the game once → go to settings → apply:

    1. **Display Mode** → **Borderless Windowed** or **Windowed**
    2. **Super Resolution / Upscaling** → **OFF**

    <Warning>
      Super Resolution and Upscaling features must be disabled for the product to work correctly.
    </Warning>

    <Check>
      Your display mode should now show "Borderless" or "Windowed" and upscaling should be OFF.
    </Check>
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Verification Checklist

Before proceeding to the next step, verify the following:

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Windows Defender Status">
    Open Windows Security and confirm that Real-time protection is disabled.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="FACEIT Anti-Cheat">
    Confirm FACEIT Anti-Cheat is completely uninstalled from your system.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Runtime Libraries">
    Check Programs and Features in Control Panel to verify Visual C++ and DirectX are installed.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Antivirus Removal">
    Ensure no third-party antivirus is running in the background. Check your system tray for any antivirus icons.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Game Settings">
    Launch the game briefly to confirm:

    * Borderless/Windowed mode is active
    * Super Resolution / Upscaling is OFF
    * DirectX 11 launch command is set

    Then close it completely.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

<Check>
  All set! Now you can safely run the loader without crashes or errors. Proceed to [Launching the Product](/delta-force/launching).
</Check>