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  SURVIVOR CLIENT INSTALLATION & CONNECTION GUIDE - CORRIDOR HAVEN
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【 STEP 1: Install Required Client UI & Feature Mod 】
1. Copy the "CorridorSurvivalMod" folder into your game's "Mods" directory:
   - Default Steam install path:
     C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\7 Days To Die\Mods
   (If the "Mods" folder does not exist, right-click and create a new folder named "Mods")
2. This mod provides essential client-side features:
   - HUD Compass displaying real-time cycle: "CYCLE: [1-24]/24"
   - Server announcement banners, update sirens, and 1-HP zombie headshot alerts.

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【 STEP 2: Disable Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) Before Launching 】
*Required: EAC must be turned off to connect to servers running custom mods.*
1. In Steam, go to your Library -> Right-click "7 Days to Die" -> Click "Play".
2. Select "Show Game Launcher" and click "Play".
3. In the 7 Days to Die Launcher window:
   - Uncheck [ ] "Use EasyAntiCheat (EAC)"
   - Check [✓] "Save selection as default"
4. Click "Run & Save as default" to start the game.

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【 STEP 3: Join the Server via Public Gateway 】
1. In the main menu, click "Join Game".
2. Click the "Connect to IP..." button at the bottom of the server browser.
3. Enter the server connection details:
   • Server IP / Host: 7days.eiyangwa.com
   • Port: 26900
   • Password: (Leave empty if public)
4. Click "Connect".
5. On your first join, the custom map "CorridorHaven8k" will automatically stream and download from the server.
6. Once completed, you will spawn safely in the Starter Safezone (Zone 1)!

Web Live Map & Dashboard:
http://7days.eiyangwa.com:8082
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