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diff --git a/docs/installing-a-module.md b/docs/installing-a-module.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..6378498 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/installing-a-module.md @@ -0,0 +1,58 @@ +# Installing a Module + +| Installation Guide | +| :- | +| This article is a part of the Installation Guide. You can read it alone or click on the previous link to easily move between the steps. | +| [<< Step 8: Client Setup](client-setup.md) | + +By default AzerothCore delivers a Blizzlike experience. This can however be altered in different ways by adding Modules. + +## Installing the Module + +1. Find a module of your needs in the [AzerothCore Catalogue](https://www.azerothcore.org/catalogue#/). +2. Clone the repository + - Clone the repositroy using Git the same way AzerothCore was first cloned in the [Core Installation](core-installation.md). The repository should be cloned into the \modules\ directory. i.e E:\AzerothCore\modules\ + - Download the ZIP file from the catalogue and extract it in the \modules\ directory. i.e E:\AzerothCore\modules\mod-anticheat + +**Note: If your module has the **-master** suffix. This needs to be removed in order for the module to work!** + +## Recompiling + +In order for your module to work you need to recompile the source. For an indepth guide how to recompile, read over [Core Installation](core-installation.md) again. + +1. Reconfigure and regenerate CMake. + - To make sure the module was correctly installed you can check if it can be found in the CMake logs under **\* Modules configuration (static)** + +2. Rebuild the core. + +Your Worldserver will automatically run any SQL Queries provided by the Modules. + +You should always check the README file of the module to see if any manual steps are needed for the module to function properly. + +## Common Errors + +- During compiling I get the error "error LINK2019: unresolved external symbol "void __cdcel Addmod_module_masterScripts(void)" + - Remove **-master** from the modules directory name. + +- The module is for some reason not working in-game. + - You can always use the **.server debug** command to see all loaded modules. + - Always fall back to the README file from the module for exact installation steps for that module. + +<br> + +## Help + +If you are still having problems, check: + +* [FAQ](faq.md) + +* [Common Errors](common-errors.md) + +* [How to ask for help](how-to-ask-for-help.md) + +* [Join our Discord Server](https://discord.gg/gkt4y2x), but it is not a 24/7 support channel. A staff member will answer you whenever they have time. + +| Installation Guide | +| :- | +| This article is a part of the Installation Guide. You can read it alone or click on the previous link to easily move between the steps. | +| [<< Step 8: Client Setup](client-setup.md) |
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