I've been following these threads because I've recently purchased the ultimate edition and have been having the same issue with the "Download failed" message. Previously played the game back when it was released and getting it to work correctly then was a chore as well. But anyway on to the current problem.
I think it's pretty obvious that there is an issue on your end with the servers. Making everyone jump through hoops on our machines seems to be nothing more that a waste of time and possibly a delaying tactic.
I've uninstalled and reinstalled multiple times. Manually purging all the bioware, Dragon Age, and electronic arts folders each time. Manually rooted through the registry. I've tried installing it from Origin and then went back and tried from Steam.
I've tried installing it on two other PCs I have, that have never previously had a version of the game installed, and have the same issue persist on those computers as well. I've even purged off my new ultimate edition and reinstalled my original deluxe edition of the game. Same error.
As a side note I find it funny that even with the new ultimate edition I still had to manually install the DAOupdate service 4 years after the original release date. I mean really how hard can it be to get the install on this game right.
Great game, Poor install execution.
The missing file was:
DAUpdater.xml
Which I found in the bin folder you suggested I delete in my recycle bin. I moved it into bin_ship and I was able to manually add content again.
I then found a post about adding:
DAO_PRC_OCP_2_1.0.dazip
DAO_PRC_CP_2_1.0.dazip
As both were needed. Now I have Stone Prisoner content working but the odd part is it's still trying to download.
The immediate need has passed but I will track this thread as I'm not willing to buy more DLC until this is resolved.
