> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://cheesehubvip.gitbook.io/penguinby-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://cheesehubvip.gitbook.io/penguinby-docs/disconnect-fortnite-external/getting-started.md).

# Getting Started

1. Make sure your system meets the cheat's requirements (found on [System Requirements](https://docs.desynccheats.com/disconnect-fortnite-external/get-started/system-requirements) and on our website)
2. Make sure to NOT have any external antivirus running
3. Uninstall riot vanguard & faceit/esea. [How?](https://support.riotgames.com/en-us/valorant/performance/uninstalling-and-disabling-riot-vanguard)
4. Make sure [WinRar](https://www.win-rar.com/postdownload.html?\&L=0) is downloaded. This will be how you extract the loader and other downloads in this guide.
5. Disable [Secure Boot](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/manufacture/desktop/disabling-secure-boot?view=windows-11) in bios
6. Disable [Virtualization](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hN77Po13P0w)
7. If you are using the built-in spoofer, Disable TPM
8. Follow both [Disable Windows Defender](/penguinby-docs/disconnect-fortnite-external/disable-windows-security.md) and [Install Runtimes & DirectX](/penguinby-docs/disconnect-fortnite-external/install-runtimes-and-directx.md)