🔑How do I use Calamari?

PRE INJECTIONS STEPS

Enabling Exploit Protection

Exploit Protection must be enabled for all processes to prevent security features from interfering with the loader.

Steps to Enable Exploit Protection:

  1. Open Windows Security by typing "Windows Security" into the Start menu search bar and selecting it from the results.

  2. Navigate to App & browser control from the left-hand menu.

  3. Click on Exploit Protection Settings under the Exploit Protection section.

  4. Ensure all protections are enabled for every process.

"All exploit protection options must be enabled"

  1. Restart your computer to apply the changes.

Once completed, Exploit Protection will safeguard processes while allowing the loader to function without interference.

Disable Secure Boot

Secure Boot can block unauthorized bootloaders. Disabling it ensures the loader can function properly.

Steps to Disable Secure Boot:

  1. Restart your computer and enter your BIOS settings (usually by pressing DEL or F2 during boot).

  2. Navigate to the Boot or Security tab.

  3. Locate the Secure Boot option and disable it.

"Secure boot must be turned off"

  1. Save the changes and exit the BIOS.

After disabling Secure Boot, restart your computer to ensure the loader operates without issues.

UEFI Mode for BIOS

The loader requires UEFI mode for proper functioning. Ensuring your BIOS is set to UEFI will prevent compatibility issues.

Steps to Set BIOS to UEFI Mode:

  1. Restart your computer and enter your BIOS settings (usually by pressing DEL or F2 during boot).

  2. Navigate to the Boot tab.

  3. Locate the Boot Mode or Boot Option setting.

  4. Set the Boot Mode to UEFI (not Legacy).

  1. Save the changes and exit the BIOS.

After setting the BIOS to UEFI mode, restart your computer to apply the changes and ensure smooth operation of the loader.

Windows Version

Ensure you are on a supported windows version to avoid any issues with the loader

Make sure your windows version is supported

  1. Type "winver" into the search bar.

  2. Make sure you are NOT on windows 11 24h2.

  3. If you are on 24h2 you will have to downgrade as we do not support this windows version.

SETTING UP

Preparing Your USB Drive

Follow the steps below to format your USB drive properly and prepare it for use. If you encounter any issues, feel free to reach out to our support team for assistance.

  1. Plug your USB drive into an available USB port on your computer.

  2. Press Win + E to open File Explorer and locate your USB drive under “This PC” or “My Computer”.

  3. Right-click on your USB drive and select Format from the dropdown menu.

"Page after clicking Right Click and Format on the USB drive"

  1. In the Format window: Choose FAT32 under the “File System” dropdown. Optionally, set a name for your drive in the “Volume Label” field.

  2. If you want a faster process, check the box for Quick Format. Leave it unchecked for a more thorough format.

  3. Click the Start button to begin the formatting process. A warning will pop up informing you that all data on the USB will be erased—ensure you’ve backed up important files.

  4. The format process will only take a few moments. Once finished, you’ll see a confirmation message.

  • Important Notes - Formatting will erase all data on the USB drive. Ensure you back up important files before proceeding. - If your USB drive is larger than 32GB, Windows may not offer FAT32 as an option. In this case, you can use third-party tools like Rufus or GUIFormat to format it.

Installing EFI Bootloader on USB

Follow these steps to download the EFI Bootloader and set it up on your USB drive:

Download the EFI Bootloader Files

  1. Open your web browser and navigate to the download link: Download EFI Bootloader

  2. The file will automatically start downloading. Once the download is complete, locate the .zip file in your Downloads folder or the specified download location.

Extract the Files to the USB Drive

  1. Right-click the downloaded .zip file and select Extract All or use a program like 7-Zip to extract the contents.

  2. Choose your USB drive as the destination folder for the extraction. For example, if your USB drive is labeled "D:", extract the files directly to D:\.

  3. Ensure the extracted contents are placed in the following folder structure: D:\EFI\Boot\bootx64.efi

"Path should look like so after extracting the EFI on the USB"

"bootx64.efi should be in the following order USB:\EFI\Boot\bootx64.efi"

Booting from the USB Drive

Once you've successfully prepared your USB drive, you can boot your system from it using one of two methods:

Method 1: Hold Shift and Select Boot Device

  1. Restart Your Computer Save any work and restart your computer.

  2. Hold the Shift Key While your computer is restarting, immediately hold down the Shift key on your keyboard.

  3. Select the Boot Device

"This is how your screen should look if you did correctly"

  • Choose the USB Drive In the list of available boot devices, select your USB drive. It might be listed as a Removable Device, USB HDD, or the name of your USB drive.

  • Boot from the USB Your computer will boot from the USB drive, and the EFI Bootloader will load.

Method 2: Rearrange Boot Order in BIOS/UEFI

  1. Restart Your Computer Save any work and restart your computer.

  2. Enter the BIOS/UEFI Settings During the boot process (before Windows starts loading), repeatedly press the BIOS/UEFI access key. This is typically one of the following, depending on your system: - F2, F12, DEL, or ESC (Check your computer's manual or on-screen instructions for the correct key).

  1. Navigate to the Boot Menu Once in the BIOS/UEFI settings, find the Boot or Boot Order section. The exact location will vary depending on your motherboard, but it’s typically in the Boot, Boot Options, or Advanced Settings menu.

  1. Change Boot Order - Use the arrow keys to highlight the Boot Order or Boot Priority option. - Move your USB drive to the top of the list using the instructions shown on screen (usually + or - to move the USB device). - Save your changes by following the on-screen prompts (usually by pressing F10 to save and exit).

"The way both boot order management looks either in Easy Mode or Advanced Mode"

  • Exit BIOS/UEFI After saving the new boot order, exit the BIOS/UEFI settings. Your system will restart.

  • Boot from USB Your computer will now boot from the USB drive automatically, and the EFI Bootloader will load.

DOWNLOADING

How to Download the Loader

Once you’ve purchased the loader, follow these steps to download it:

  1. Visit the Download Page - Open your web browser and go to the following link: Ventro Loader Download

  1. Create an account - On the download page, you will see a field where you need to enter username and password. - Once registered you should be given a prompt to download the loader. - Copy the license key from the email and paste it into the designated field.

  1. Click on Download Loader - After entering your license key, click the Download Loader button. - The loader will begin downloading to your computer.

  1. Extract and Install the Loader - Once the download is complete, locate the downloaded file and unzip it to your preferred location. - Follow any additional installation instructions provided in the download package or proceed to install the loader directly.

INJECTING

How to Inject the Cheats

Follow these simple steps to inject the cheats and start using your product:

  1. Log In to Your Account - After registration, log in using the username and password you just created. - Click Login to access your account.

  2. Launch the Loader - After the key has been successfully redeemed, the Launch button will become available. - Click Launch to start the loader.

  3. Wait for the Loader to Close - Once you click Launch, wait for the loader to fully close. This may take a few moments. - Ensure the loader has fully exited before proceeding.

  4. Open the Game - After the loader has closed, open the game that the product is for. - Once you see a message box saying "Press OK to inject in game" wait for the game to fully load and then press it. Don't press it before time or else it might fail.

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