# Setup Guide

## 1. Preparing the Game

* Start the game and go into the settings menu
* Set the `graphic preset` to `minimum quality`

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* Set the `shader quality` to `medium`

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* Set the `menu text size` to `default`

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* Set the game `display mode` to `Windowed`

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* Set the `aspect ratio` to `automatic`

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* Set the `preferred language` to `English`

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* Set `parachute automatic behavior` to `Free Fall`&#x20;
  * This will add additional XP per match

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### 2. Adjust the In-Game settings

* Set the `payout perk` on your primary loadout, as this will add additional XP per match in any mode
* Rename the primary (first) loadout to `MY LOADOUT 1` in Multiplayer
* Rename the primary (first) loadout to `CUSTOM LOADOUT 1` in Warzone
* Disable loadout switching

## 3. Preparing Windows

* set your [monitor's display resolution](ms-settings:display) to 1920x1080 or smaller

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Setup completed. You can now run the bot!
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## 4. Using the Bot

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If you have Battle.net installed, close it completely before using the bot.
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### Tips for higher XP per hour

* The highest XP per hour game mode is `Prop Hunt`.
  * If you are not using the `Prop Hunt` mode, try playing small map modes and use `blast traps`, `smoke grenades`, `concussion grenades` and equip the `strategist perk` for additional XP per hour.
* If you are located in a low-population server region, [use a VPN](https://go.nordvpn.net/SH8k3) to NA or EU servers as queue times will be faster.

### To Level Weapons

* use the `Warzone` game mode

## Using Virtual Machines or Cloud PCs

A cloud PC is a virtual machine running on a server that lets users access a Windows desktop from any device over the internet. Cloud PCs are a convenient and scalable method for accessing high-end resources (high-spec CPUs, GPUs, etc.) for a low, monthly cost - eliminating the need to purchase a physical PC.

### Virtual Machine

A virtual machine (VM) is a software-based computer that mimics a physical computer. VMs can run programs, store data, and connect to networks, all on a host PC without interrupting the user.

#### 1. Download VM Software

We suggest [VirtualBox.](https://www.virtualbox.org/)

#### 2. Install Windows

Download [Windows as an .ISO](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows11) and install it within a virtual machine you create within VirtualBox.

#### 3. Run the AFK Bot

Download, configure, and run the bot on the cloud PC - done! If needed, purchase an additional license for your cloud PC:

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### Cloud PCs

#### 1. Purchase a Cloud PC

We suggest [Shadow Tech cloud PCs](https://shadow.tech/) as they are the easiest and most user-friendly for customization of the cloud PC instance.

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Purchase at least the **BOOST** or **POWER** tier, as the **DISCOVERY** tier does not have enough resources to run the bot smoothly.
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#### 2. Install Preferred Launcher

Install:

* Steam, Battle.net, or Xbox Gamepass
* Update the [NVIDIA GPU drivers](https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/drivers/)

#### 3. Run the AFK Bot

Download, configure, and run the bot on the cloud PC - done! If needed, purchase an additional license for your cloud PC:

{% embed url="<https://dexa.im/products/afk-bot>" %}