1. Installation Setup
To launch the installer, double click
ffxivsetup.exe.
2. Region/Language Selection
After launching the installer, the region/language selection screen will be displayed. Select your preferred language for the installer and the game. This option will be set to your Windows region/language by default.
| * | A User Account Control prompt may be displayed for Windows Vista® and Windows® 7 users. Select "Yes" to proceed with the installation. |
| * | Please launch the installer as a user with administrator rights. Windows Vista® and Windows® 7 users may be prompted for an administrator password. |
| * | Selecting a language different from the one set for your OS may cause the installer to display corrupted text. |
3. Note on Background Applications
Please read and follow the on-screen instructions regarding background applications and anti-virus software. Click "Next" when you are ready to continue.
4. Select the destination folder to which the game data will be installed. To install to a different folder, click "Browse" and designate a new destination folder.
| * | The drive selected for installation must have at least 20 GB of free space available. |
| * | The drive containing the My Documents folder must have at least 2 GB of free space available. |
| * | The drive in which Windows is installed must have at least 1 GB of free space available. |
| * | The destination folder name must not contain any double-byte characters. You now have the chance to review your settings. If you are satisfied with the settings, click "Next" to begin copying files. |
5. Check the box if you wish to create a shortcut on your desktop, then click "Finish" to complete the installation.
| * | For instructions on how to log into and begin playing the game, please refer to the Play Guide found on the community site, The Lodestone. |