As you download Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, it is possible that you can run into the DIVER error code. This error is common across many COD games, from Warzone and Modern Warfare to the latest Modern Warfare 2. If you have faced this error and wondering what is going on with the server, there are some solutions you can try. Keep reading to find out.
What Seems to Be the Issue? (MW2 Error Code Diver)
To the disappointment of a few unlucky players, downloading Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 sometimes fails. This specific failure can be identified by its unique error code ‘DIVER.’
How to Fix Error Code Diver in COD: MW II
If you are facing issues while downloading the open beta version of the new Call of Duty game, you have come to the right place for the solution. This fix is specifically for failure indicated by error code ‘DIVER’. Follow these simple steps to stop this issue and finally download the game:
Check your Internet Connection
Before initiating the download process, you should check if you have a stable internet connection.
- Use a PC/laptop/phone and go to the browser.
- In the URL tab, type fast.com and hit enter.
- The website will show you your network’s speed properly if you have a stable connection.
- If you seem to have an issue with measuring the speed, contact your ISP and report a faulty connection.
Try downloading the open beta again to see if the problem has been corrected. If not, move on to this next step.
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Restart your Router
Sometimes it is possible that if your router has been working for a while without maintenance, dust can accumulate in the ports, leading to connectivity problems.
- Turn off your router and detach all the wires from its ports.
- Blow air hard into the ports to make the dust dissipate.
- Wait for 30 seconds and reattach all the wires.
- Turn on the router and try downloading the game once more.
If the issue persists for you, this next step ought to help you out.
Use a VPN or Change DNS
Many players have reported that using a VPN when facing the error code DIVER helped them fix the issue. We recommend using a proper VPN for doing so and not any free shady VPNs. Another thing that worked for some users was changing their DNS. As we discussed in our guide for fixing error code SESSION-09-25 for Shatterline, changing DNS flushes any bad entries or previous data. By default, you must use the buggy DNS provided by your ISP. The following I.P.s have been recommended to change your DNS to-
- 178.22.122.100
- 186.51.200.2
Reboot the device and restart the game
This is the first step that you can try to resolve the issue. Simply restart your device and launch the game again to see if the problem is resolved.
Reinstall the game
Corrupted installation files of COD MW2 may cause the issue, so try reinstalling the game to replace any corrupted files.
Clean temporary network files
If you are on a PC, cleaning your temporary network files may resolve the issue. Follow these steps to clean temporary network files:
- Press the Windows Key
- Type “Command Prompt” and hover on the first app result
- Click on Run As Administrator
- If asked whether to allow Command Prompt to make changes to your computer, select Yes.
- You should now get a new window with a black screen.
- Type “ipconfig /flushdns” and press Enter.
- Type “ipconfig /registerdns” and press Enter.
- Type “ipconfig /release” and press Enter.
- Type “ipconfig /renew” and press Enter.
- Type “netsh winsock reset” and press Enter.
- Restart your computer.
These solutions should help you resolve the Error Code DIVER – Download Failed issue in Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2.
That was all for the guide to fixing the error code DIVER in COD: MWII open beta. Do write to us or in the comments if you face any further issues in the game. We try our best to bring you new content you would like every day; please check it out on our homepage. Thank you for reading this article.
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