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 ====== Fixing Common Issues ====== ====== Fixing Common Issues ======
  
-==== File doesn't match the one on the server / File doesn't exist on the server ====+<WRAP round TIP>
  
-This error might appear upon joining our serverIt will be red text on a black background.+Don't see your issue listed? Post a thread in the ''#📞support'' channel on our [[https://discord_pz.thecollectivegc.com|Discord server]]!
  
-  * [[https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=804390505|Unsubscribe from all Project Zomboid mods]] on the Steam Workshop. You can also try just unsubscribing from the offending mod using the workshop ID in the error, but note the game will not list all conflicts so usually it's less of a headache to just unsubscribe all. [[https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=804390505|Click here if you need help with this step!]] +</WRAP>
-  * Verify file integrity through steam. [[https://help.steampowered.com/en/faqs/view/0C48-FCBD-DA71-93EB|Click here if you need help with this step!]] +
-  * Rejoin our server and allow the mods to redownload.+
  
-==== Failed to established P2P connection with the server ====+<WRAP box TODO>
  
-Very occasionally you may run into connection issues with the server. If there are no mentions of an issue in +This page is under construction!
-<code> +
-#server_updates+
  
-</code>+</WRAP>
  
-or a related thread in the+----
  
-<code>#support+===== Connection Issues =====
  
-</code>+Very rarely you may encounter connection issues with our server. This includes P2P connection issues.
  
-channelfollow these steps:+<wrap round important>Note that connection issues could be due to server conditionsso always check [[https://discord_pz.thecollectivegc.com|Discord]] first!</wrap>
  
-# Refresh the server browser and try to join again. +==== Server Not Appearing Browser ====
-# If refreshing doesn't work, try closing and reopening Project Zomboid. +
-# Open either cmd or PowerShell and run the command &#47;ipconfig flushdns once to flush your PC's DNS cache. +
-# Double check your internet connection and restart your modem/router and PC. +
-#If you've tried the steps above, make a thread in the+
  
-<code>#support+<WRAP box>
  
-</code>+  - **Refresh the server browser** and try to join again. 
 +  - If refreshing doesn't work, **try closing and reopening Project Zomboid.** 
 +  - Open either Command Prompt (Windows Key+R then type cmd.exe) or PowerShell and **run the command** ''/ipconfig flushdns'' once to flush your PC's DNS cache. 
 +  - Double check your internet connection and **restart your modem/router and PC.** 
 +  - **If you've tried the steps above**, make a thread in the ''#📞support'' channel and wait for an admin to assist.
  
-channel and wait for an admin to assist.+</WRAP>
  
-===== Gameplay Quirks =====+==== File doesn't match the one on the server / File doesn't exist on the server ====
  
-If you've connected successfully but are having an issue in-game check this section out.+<WRAP box> 
 +This error might appear upon joining our server. It indicates that parts of the game files, including mods, might not be matching up correctly.
  
-==== Crafting Menu is blank or incorrect ====+<WRAP box 70% center>
  
-Press the+Example below: {{:project_zomboid:filemismatcherror.png?1200}}
  
-<code>0+</WRAP>
  
-</code>+  - **Unsubscribe from all Project Zomboid mods on the Steam Workshop.** You can also try just unsubscribing from the offending mod using the workshop ID in the error if listed, but note the game will not list all conflicts so usually it's less of a headache to just unsubscribe all. [[https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=804390505|Click here if you need help with this step!]] 
 +  - **Verify file integrity through steam.** [[https://help.steampowered.com/en/faqs/view/0C48-FCBD-DA71-93EB|Click here if you need help with this step!]] 
 +  - **Rejoin our server and allow the mods to redownload.** 
 +</WRAP>
  
-key to refresh your Crafting Menu. We have a mod that stops the Crafting Menu from automatically updating, relying on a cache to save performance.+===== Gameplay Quirks =====
  
-'''You'll need to refresh''' any time you add new items to your inventory or stand near containers which have items you're using for crafting.+If you've connected successfully but are having an issue in-game check this section out.
  
-==== Dolly/Forklift/Etc. Stuck in Trunk ====+==== Crafting Menu is blank or incorrect ====
  
-Due to a bug in Hydrocraft, items like dollies and forklifts cannot be removed from trunks once they are placed there. You can reach out to #support to have an admin fix it. This may take time, so remember to be patient.+<WRAP box>
  
-==== Lights are off in my base ====+Press the ''0'' key to refresh your Crafting Menu. We have a mod that stops the Crafting Menu from automatically updating, relying on a cache to save performance since we have so many items.
  
-Very occasionally certain items like the can turn off after a restart. This is due to the way PZ works and there isn't really a way to fix it. It's thankfully rare after a number of updates and easy to fix, just flip the switch or right-click on a lamp to turn it back on.+You'll need to press this key to refresh any time you add new items to your inventory or stand near containers which have items you're using for crafting.
  
-==== Zombie is stuck in wall ====+</WRAP> 
 + 
 +==== Dolly/Forklift/Etc. Stuck in Trunk ====
  
-Sometimes zombies will spawn trapped in areas that are not physically reachable without a sledgehammer.+<WRAP box>
  
-===== Other Important Articles =====+Due to a bug in Hydrocraft, items like dollies and forklifts cannot be removed from trunks once they are placed there. You can reach out to ''#📞support'' to have an admin fix it. This may take time, so remember to be patient.
  
-  * [[:project_zomboid:faq_and_common_controls|FAQ and Common Controls]] +</WRAP>
-  * [[:project_zomboid:rules_and_guidelines|Rules and Guidelines]] +
-  * [[:category:server_info|Server Info]] +
-{{tag>Project_Zomboid}}+
  
  
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