
The File Check will determine what files you have compared to the current version and update accordingly it’s usually far less than the initial check finds.In this case, it may only list the VTABLE.DAT to fix. The File Check should return that there were problems with files.Click Check Files with FINAL FANTASY XI selected.It should say either Unknown OR the prior version of your client. Click the dropdown and select FINAL FANTASY XI.Navigate to your \PlayOnline\SquareEnix\FINAL FANTASY XI directory.Close Final Fantasy XI and PlayOnline Viewer.It’s highly recommended to use XIPivot for dat modifications. Be sure to have a backup before starting. Unless you’re using Ashita’s DATS, XIPivot, or another tool to manage your third-party HD dats, a client update will override these files.


Click here for the full details of this method. NOTE: If “Final Fantasy XI” doesn’t show up, you can download a patch from the DSP team to resolve the issue. On the Check Files Screen screen where it says “PlayOnline Viewer”, select the down arrow to select “FINAL FANTASY XI”. On the left side of the screen, click Check Files. A valid PlayOnline or SquareEnix ID is not required. This just allows you far enough in to access the file check. Set ABCD1234 a the username, password, and account ID for your new account. PlayOnline will prompt you if your a New User or Existing User. Open PlayOnline and let it update (and restart it if it asks). You won’t be able to launch the game without a reboot. If you’re just finishing a fresh install of Final Fantasy XI, be sure to reboot your computer to ensure the registry settings are saved.
