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{{mm}} [http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1010 Steam Forum] for Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead - active DayZ discussion.
 
{{mm}} [http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1010 Steam Forum] for Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead - active DayZ discussion.
  
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! colspan="4" | Requirements for DayZ
 
! colspan="4" | Requirements for DayZ
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! [http://store.steampowered.com/sub/4638/ Arma 2: Combined Operations]
 
! [http://store.steampowered.com/sub/4638/ Arma 2: Combined Operations]
 
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! [http://community.bistudio.com/wiki/ArmA_2_OA:_Combined_Operations_Lite Arma 2: Combined Operations Lite]
 
! [http://community.bistudio.com/wiki/ArmA_2_OA:_Combined_Operations_Lite Arma 2: Combined Operations Lite]
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[[File:DayZ_menu.jpg|thumb|right|300px|@DayZ appearing means that the mod has loaded correctly.]]
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[[Image:DayZ_menu.jpg|thumb|right|300px|@DayZ appearing means that the mod has loaded correctly.]]
 
{{ii}} DayZ requires Arma 2: Combined Operations, either in its full or Lite version.  
 
{{ii}} DayZ requires Arma 2: Combined Operations, either in its full or Lite version.  
 
{{ii}} 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.
 
{{ii}} 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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===Arma 2: Combined Operations Lite===
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=== Arma 2: Combined Operations Lite ===
 
{{ii}} 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] and must be activated on the [http://free.arma2.com/activation/ Arma 2 website].
 
{{ii}} 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] and must be activated on the [http://free.arma2.com/activation/ Arma 2 website].
 
{{++}} 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.
 
{{++}} 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.
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{{--}} No access to the main [[Arma 2]] campaign content.
 
{{--}} No access to the main [[Arma 2]] campaign content.
  
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==Installation==
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== Installation ==
 
{{ii}} [[#Manuan Install|Manual installation]] of DayZ is relatively complex, with no official client or method of installing the mod easily.
 
{{ii}} [[#Manuan Install|Manual installation]] of DayZ is relatively complex, with no official client or method of installing the mod easily.
 
{{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.
 
{{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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===[http://www.dayzcommander.com/ DayZ Commander]===
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=== [http://www.dayzcommander.com/ DayZ Commander] ===
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[[File:DayZ_Commander.png|thumb|right|300px|[[#DayZ Commander|DayZ Commander]] patching.]]
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[[Image:DayZ_Commander.png|thumb|right|300px|[[#DayZ Commander|DayZ Commander]] patching.]]
 
{{ii}} Launcher, mod updater, server browser, and friends listing.
 
{{ii}} Launcher, mod updater, server browser, and friends listing.
 
{{++}} Highly recommended as the most best way to patch and launch the game, as well as the only program which lists friends.
 
{{++}} Highly recommended as the most best way to patch and launch the game, as well as the only program which lists friends.
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{{++}} Support for installing any patch version including the [[#Beta Patch|beta patch]].
 
{{++}} Support for installing any patch version including the [[#Beta Patch|beta patch]].
  
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===[http://www.worrom.com/ Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom)]===
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=== [http://www.worrom.com/ Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom)] ===
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[[File:Day_Z_Updater_Tool_Worrom.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Screenshot of Day Z Updater Tool by Worrom.]]
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[[Image:Day_Z_Updater_Tool_Worrom.jpg|thumb|300px|right|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.
 
{{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.
 
{{--}} Latest version of [http://java.com/en/download/index.jsp Java] is required.
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====Installer Unable To Detect Game Folder====
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==== Installer Unable To Detect Game Folder ====
 
{{ii}} This error is most likely caused by incorrectly inputting the location of your Operation Arrowhead folder.<ref>http://www.worrom.com/</ref>
 
{{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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===[http://www.six-updater.net/ Six Updater]===
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=== [http://www.six-updater.net/ Six Updater] ===
 
{{ii}} This program can install, patch and launch DayZ.
 
{{ii}} This program can install, patch and launch DayZ.
 
{{++}} The officially supported method of installation listed on the DayZ website.<ref>http://dayzmod.com/?Download</ref>
 
{{++}} The officially supported method of installation listed on the DayZ website.<ref>http://dayzmod.com/?Download</ref>
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===Manual Install===
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=== Manual Install ===
 
{{--}} Manual installation does not support automatic updating.
 
{{--}} Manual installation does not support automatic updating.
  
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===Beta Patch===
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=== Beta Patch ===
 
{{ii}} Many servers require the use of the 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.
 
{{++}} The beta patch is backwards compatible, so one can play on beta and non-beta servers.
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==Target Line Parameters==
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== Target Line Parameters ==
 
{{ii}} 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].
 
{{ii}} 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].
  
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==Issues Fixed==
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== Issues Fixed ==
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===General Issues===
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=== General Issues ===
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====Graphical Glitches And Artifacts====
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==== Graphical Glitches And Artifacts ====
 
{{ii}} Several potential issues can cause large scale graphical glitches and missing textures.  
 
{{ii}} Several potential issues can cause large scale graphical glitches and missing textures.  
 
{{Fixbox|1=
 
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====Microphone Skipping Issues====
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==== Microphone Skipping Issues ====
 
{{Fixbox|1=
 
{{Fixbox|1=
 
{{Fixbox/fix|Install Beta}}
 
{{Fixbox/fix|Install Beta}}
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====Game Lags Or Stutters Every Few Seconds====
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==== Game Lags Or Stutters Every Few Seconds ====
 
{{ii}} This issue may be from having too many background programs running.
 
{{ii}} This issue may be from having too many background programs running.
  
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===Error Messages===
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=== Error Messages ===
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===='Arma 2 has stopped working'====
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==== 'Arma 2 has stopped working' ====
 
{{ii}} Error message on startup.
 
{{ii}} Error message on startup.
 
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===='Downloadable content that has been deleted.chernarus'====
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==== 'Downloadable content that has been deleted.chernarus' ====
 
Other error messages:
 
Other error messages:
 
{{--}} "Addon 'dayz_code' requires addon 'CABuildingParts'"  
 
{{--}} "Addon 'dayz_code' requires addon 'CABuildingParts'"  
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====Constant 'Waiting for Server Response' Or 'Receiving Data'====
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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}} This issue is caused by large server load, and will resolve itself over time.  
 
{{ff}} If it does not resolve itself, attempt these fixes:
 
{{ff}} If it does not resolve itself, attempt these fixes:
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===='You cannot play/edit this mission ... .cherarus'====
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==== '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.  
 
{{ii}} Caused by attempting to connect to DayZ servers from within Operation Arrowhead, rather than launching the game as Combined Operations.  
 
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===='You cannot play/edit this mission ... .dayz_code, ...'====
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==== '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.  
 
{{ii}} This error will occur if the mod was installed incorrectly, or if the shortcut has the wrong appendage to the target line.  
 
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===='missing CBA_Main'====
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==== 'missing CBA_Main' ====
 
{{ii}} This error is generally harmless and should not impact the game itself. Simply click OK and play as normal.
 
{{ii}} This error is generally harmless and should not impact the game itself. Simply click OK and play as normal.
  
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===='No Entry 'bin\config.bin\CfgVehicles\'====
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==== 'No Entry 'bin\config.bin\CfgVehicles\' ====
 
{{ii}} This error is generally harmless and should not impact the game itself. Simply click OK and play as normal.
 
{{ii}} This error is generally harmless and should not impact the game itself. Simply click OK and play as normal.
  
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===='Arma 2 is not installed on your computer or installation is corrupted'====
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==== 'Arma 2 is not installed on your computer or installation is corrupted' ====
 
{{ii}} Caused by install folder being moved from original location, or exe file being renamed.
 
{{ii}} Caused by install folder being moved from original location, or exe file being renamed.
 
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===='Bad serial number'====
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==== 'Bad serial number' ====
 
{{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>
 
{{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>
  
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{{References}}
 
{{References}}
  
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Revision as of 17:25, 12 September 2012

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Key Points

DayZ is a modification for Arma 2 and its expansion Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead.
A standalone version has been announced, which is planned to be released between October and December 2012.[1]
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.[2]

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 Forum for Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead - active DayZ discussion.

Availability

Requirements for DayZ
Arma 2: Free Arma 2 Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead
Arma 2: Combined Operations File:Tick.png File:Tick.png
Arma 2: Combined Operations Lite File:Tick.png File:Tick.png
@DayZ appearing means that the mod has loaded correctly.
DayZ requires Arma 2: Combined Operations, either in its full or Lite version.
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.

Arma 2: Combined Operations Lite

Arma 2: Free is downloadable via the Download Demo button on Steam or available via the Arma 2: Free site and must be activated on the Arma 2 website.
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.
5-15% performance increase due to lower resolution textures and audio.[3]
No access to the main Arma 2 campaign content.

Installation

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.
Launcher, mod updater, server browser, and friends listing.
Highly recommended as the most 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.

Day Z Updater Tool (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

Installer Unable To Detect Game Folder

This error is most likely caused by incorrectly inputting the location of your Operation Arrowhead folder.[4]
Instructions

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

Manual Install

Manual installation does not support automatic updating.
Instructions
Instructions

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

Target Line Parameters

A list of acceptable parameters you can add to the target line is available on the Bohemia Interactive Community Wiki.

Issues Fixed

General Issues

Graphical Glitches And Artifacts

Several potential issues can cause large scale graphical glitches and missing textures.
Instructions

Microphone Skipping Issues

Instructions

Game Lags Or Stutters Every Few Seconds

This issue may be from having too many background programs running.
Instructions

Error Messages

'Arma 2 has stopped working'

Error message on startup.
Instructions

'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"
Instructions

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

This issue is caused by large server load, and will resolve itself over time.

Template:Ff If it does not resolve itself, attempt these fixes:

Instructions

'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.
Instructions

'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.
Instructions

'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.
Instructions

'Bad serial number'

Common issue with base game Arma 2 on Steam.[6][7]
Instructions
Instructions


References