Glossary
Definitions of key terms used in the Tophel spoofer usage guide.
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BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)
The BIOS is the first program that runs when you turn on your PC.
It initializes hardware and boots the operating system. The BIOS is where you need to disable TPM and Secure Boot for the spoofer to work.
How to enter BIOS:
- Repeatedly press Del, F2, F10, etc. as soon as you power on the PC
Clean Install
A clean install is a method of completely erasing existing data and installing the operating system fresh.
Unlike a standard upgrade install: - Requires reinstalling all programs - All data is erased - Installs in the cleanest state
To remove a hardware ban, you must do a clean install.
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Hardware Ban
A hardware ban is a method of banning not just the account but the PC itself.
Game developers record the PC's unique identifier (HWID), so even if you create a new account, the ban is applied if you access from the same PC.
Symptoms of a hardware ban: - Banned even when creating a new account - Banned even after reinstalling - Banned with different accounts
HWID (Hardware ID)
HWID (Hardware ID) is a unique hardware identifier.
It identifies a PC by the combination of the following items:
- GUID: Globally Unique Identifier
- MachineGuid: Unique ID generated during Windows installation
- Volume Serial Number: Disk volume serial
- MAC Address: Network adapter unique address
- CPU ID: Processor unique information
- BIOS Serial: BIOS serial number
- Mainboard Serial: Motherboard serial number
IP Address
An IP address is an address that identifies a device connected to the internet.
Some games also apply an IP ban, so even after removing a hardware ban, you may need to change your IP.
How to change IP: - Use 1.1.1.1 DNS - Change router MAC address - Use an IP-changing VPN
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MAC Address
A MAC address is a unique identifier for a network adapter (LAN card, Wi-Fi).
It is a physically assigned address used to identify devices on a network. The spoofer also changes the MAC address to bypass hardware identification.
Partition
A partition is a logically divided section of a disk.
It is typically displayed as C: drive, D: drive, etc. During a Windows reinstall, you need to delete and recreate partitions for a clean installation.
Disk Spoof
Disk Spoof is a method that changes the disk serial number using an ISO generated by the disk spoofer.
Why is it effective for hardware ban removal?
Applying Disk Spoof changes the disk serial number. This is one of the most powerful hardware ID change methods.
Precautions: - All data is lost during the Disk Spoof process - No data recovery feature - Required for Apex, Rust, LoL, and VALORANT
Revo Uninstaller
Revo Uninstaller is a tool for completely removing programs.
It can remove all leftover files and registry entries that remain with standard uninstallation methods.
Features: - Advanced uninstall scan feature - Delete leftover registry entries - Delete leftover files and folders
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Secure Boot
Secure Boot is a security feature that prevents unauthorized software from booting.
It must be disabled in the BIOS for the spoofer to work properly.
How to disable: 1. Enter BIOS 2. Go to Boot or Security tab 3. Change Secure Boot to Disabled 4. Or change OS Type to Other OS
Spoofing
Spoofing is a technique of creating fake information to deceive a system.
The Tophel spoofer changes hardware IDs to fake values to make anti-cheat recognize it as a new PC.
TPM (Trusted Platform Module)
TPM is a hardware security chip that handles encryption keys and security authentication.
TPM protects hardware IDs, so it must be disabled for the spoofer to work.
How to disable: - Different terminology per motherboard manufacturer: - Asus: PTT, fTPM - GIGABYTE: Intel PTT, AMD fTPM - MSI: Security Device Support - ASRock: Intel PTT, AMD fTPM - Biostar: Intel PTT, AMD fTPM
Volume Serial Number
A volume serial number is a unique identifier assigned to a disk volume.
A new serial is generated each time a disk is formatted. Applying Disk Spoof changes this volume serial.
Windows Defender
Windows Defender is the built-in antivirus program for Windows.
Since the spoofer may be mistaken for malware and blocked by the antivirus, it must be disabled before use.
How to disable: 1. Windows Security → Virus & threat protection 2. Manage settings → turn all items off 3. Completely disable with Defender Controller
Terminology Table
| Korean Term | English Term | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 바이오스 | BIOS | First program to run when PC boots |
| 하드웨어 아이디 | HWID | Hardware unique identifier |
| 하드웨어 밴 | Hardware Ban | Method of banning the PC itself |
| MAC 주소 | MAC Address | Network adapter unique address |
| 파티션 | Partition | Logically divided disk section |
| 디스크 스푸프 | Disk Spoof | Setup for changing disk serial |
| 보안 부팅 | Secure Boot | Feature to prevent unauthorized software booting |
| TPM | TPM | Hardware security chip |
| 윈도우 디펜더 | Windows Defender | Built-in Windows antivirus |
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