Matchstick Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 So main patch installed, Open Beta run and in Module Manager there's the F-14 module ready to download. Now just 2082.2 MBytes to go....
vparez Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 So main patch installed, Open Beta run and in Module Manager there's the F-14 module ready to download. Now just 2082.2 MBytes to go.... Ah ok, so F-14 hasn't been released yet! I thought they said it will be released on the 13th of March, but it's just open beta. Why do we have the stable version again?
Holden McGroyne Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 You missed the bit where it says above "main patch installed.......there's the F-14 module ready to download" I would say that means it has been released but you have to download the update patch first.
Matchstick Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 Ah ok, so F-14 hasn't been released yet! I thought they said it will be released on the 13th of March, but it's just open beta. Why do we have the stable version again? We have the stable version for version of the aircraft that are considered well tested and stable. The F-14B is hugely complex (and just the first of the two aircraft type this module is scheduled to contain) and early access allows DCS & Heatblur to give a vastly larger number of people access to the module which should help identify issues much faster and get a much wider range of feedback on question. In essence we accept that we are getting something before it's fully complete in order to a) marvel at it's glory sooner and b) help break it.
vparez Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 We have the stable version for version of the aircraft that are considered well tested and stable. The F-14B is hugely complex (and just the first of the two aircraft type this module is scheduled to contain) and early access allows DCS & Heatblur to give a vastly larger number of people access to the module which should help identify issues much faster and get a much wider range of feedback on question. In essence we accept that we are getting something before it's fully complete in order to a) marvel at it's glory sooner and b) help break it. And I dont mind that but in that case stable should not have any of the modules that are still being developed and do not have their full features. And nothing prevents ED to clearly specify that the module release is in open beta only on such and such day. And if i payed for early access then why do all the youtube experts have access before me? Did they pay for early early access?
NahkaSukka Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 Ah that might be why I'm having issues, I've never used the beta version of dcs as of yet. Tried to run the game updater from the start menu but it just tells me my game is up to date. You need to re-download another 64gb for the Open Beta version???? Really :| Nope, you can update to open beta using this software https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=160053
kitsunelegend Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 I'm downloading a 3gb update right now, so I'm assuming its now released. Especially considering the speed of said update is pitiful xD Should we set up a system to take turns downloading the new update? =P
twobells Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 (edited) I'm downloading a 3gb update right now, so I'm assuming its now released. Especially considering the speed of said update is pitiful xD Should we set up a system to take turns downloading the new update? =P Yup, the F14 module has been released, the DCS client discovers the module and is now installing. (approx 48 peers @5MB/s dl / 2.5MB/s upload) Edited March 13, 2019 by twobells [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Rig: W10 PRO 64 bit, Intel 7700K, Asus Maximus IX Code, 32GB G-Skill Ripjaw DDR4, EVGA RTX 2080 TI, Samsung 1TB M.2 970PRO SSD Primary HDD, 4TB Storage, TH Warthog, Oculus Rift, 27" Samsung 4k Display. 2x Wheel Stand Pro v2 (Hotas & Stick) + Warthog Stick Adaptor
Matchstick Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 (edited) Yup, the F14 module has been released, the DCS client discovers the module and is now installing. (approx 48 peers @5MB/s dl / 2.5MB/s upload) Unfortunately after downloading the 2082MByte F-14 file quickly via torrent the updater has also decided it needs a 484.9MBytes file which it's downloading via HTTP at about 100KB/s :( (Not sure why I'm so impatient, I'm at work RDPing onto my home PC so even if it was downloaded already I woudn't be able to play for at least another 3 1/2 hours) Edited March 13, 2019 by Matchstick
fullwoody Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 well your all doing better than me. my open beta isnt showing an update at all.... :(
twobells Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 (edited) well your all doing better than me. my open beta isnt showing an update at all.... :( Whats your build version? Are you using Skatezilla's Updater utility? ps.......weeeeeeeeeeeee Edited March 13, 2019 by twobells [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Rig: W10 PRO 64 bit, Intel 7700K, Asus Maximus IX Code, 32GB G-Skill Ripjaw DDR4, EVGA RTX 2080 TI, Samsung 1TB M.2 970PRO SSD Primary HDD, 4TB Storage, TH Warthog, Oculus Rift, 27" Samsung 4k Display. 2x Wheel Stand Pro v2 (Hotas & Stick) + Warthog Stick Adaptor
pimp Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 I'm not home ATM. I'm going to get my wife to update for me. How long is it taking to download? i9 14900k @5.6GHz NZXT Kraken |Asus ROG Strix Z790 A-Gaming | Samsung NVMe m.2 990 Pro 2TB | 64GB DDR5 6400MHz EVGA RTX 3090 FTW3 Ultra | PiMAX CRYSTAL LIGHT | HOTAS Warthog | Saitek Flight Pedals
D.Va Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 I'm not home ATM. I'm going to get my wife to update for me. How long is it taking to download? 30 minutes for the update and it looks like 15 minutes for the module as well. Read my DCS 2.5 Optimisation Guide (version 2.5.4): https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?p=3828073
P.Carrasco =Keep Flying= Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 (edited) Ho No! SOS! I'm at work yet! I still have another hour at work until it's time to go home! I think I'm going to ask for my resignation, just to go do this download! Edited March 13, 2019 by Chacina System: Asus TUF Z390-Pro Gaming/ Intel i5-9600k@ Coffeelake 9a Gen/ Water Cooler Corsair Hydro H45/ Corsair Vengeance Lpx 32Gb 3200Mhz/ EVGA GeForce RX 2070 Super 8Gb Gddr6 256Bits/ 1 SSd M2 3gen 1Tb Xpg/ Headset Corsair + SoundCloud BlasterX Pro Gaming AE-5 / Corsair HX1000i W Plus Platinum/ Case Corsair Gamer Series Obsidiam 500D/ LG 32" 4k Monitor Dp/ Track Ir5 w/Clip Pro/ Saitek Hino X56
pimp Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 30 minutes for the update and it looks like 15 minutes for the module as well. Wow that fast. Thanks for the reply.:thumbup: i9 14900k @5.6GHz NZXT Kraken |Asus ROG Strix Z790 A-Gaming | Samsung NVMe m.2 990 Pro 2TB | 64GB DDR5 6400MHz EVGA RTX 3090 FTW3 Ultra | PiMAX CRYSTAL LIGHT | HOTAS Warthog | Saitek Flight Pedals
pii Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 It is 12:15 (PM) here in Central Europe. Is Tomcat out? I don't see it in-game modules "available to download" list. We have 13/03/2019. Any exact hour, perhaps?:pilotfly: Oh they made a mistake it's suppose to be 2020 (hehe don't need anymore down loaders) Seriously though at the current DL speed you might want to wait for 2020. 27KB/s SAD!
pii Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 I'm not home ATM. I'm going to get my wife to update for me. How long is it taking to download? FOREVER!! currently getting avg 20 KB/s First half went quick then everyone piled on and so far about another 25% has taken 2.5 hours and another 25% to go. SLOOOOOOW
pii Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 Wow that fast. Thanks for the reply.:thumbup: Its also not true lol
Jackdaws Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 (edited) my version is 2.5.4, i pre ordered but have no update (from start menu) no nothing? can anyone help me. Thanks! EDIT Ok, so i have to download open beta version.. this stuff always confuses me. Edited March 13, 2019 by Jackdaws My Files..... [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC]
Max_Rogue Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 I've been absolutely CRAWLING through the download. It's killing me! [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC]
Wolve Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 I've been absolutely CRAWLING through the download. It's killing me! Yeah, it is being a good Wingie I had at times more upload (1.8 Mb/s) than download (1.7 Mb/s). But then that makes it more appropriate, remember back when the Tomcat was still in service that was a blindingly fast Internet Connection! ;) :lol:
Max_Rogue Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 Hahaha. I got the DCS update done in no time at all, but the actual F-14 download is what is taking forever. Going on 2 1/2 hours so far just for the module itself. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC]
ravenone Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 "What is DCS World Early Access? Early Access is an option for you to play this module in an early state, but it will be incomplete with bugs. The time a product remains in Early Access can vary widely based on the scope of the project, technical hurdles, and how complete the module is when it enters Early Access. Eagle Dynamics and all of our third parties strive to make this period as short as possible. An Early Access module can be played on both the Open Beta and Release versions of DCS World. Once the module exits Early Access, you will automatically have the Release version." This was important to me for some reason. Safe flying Aviators! (yeah, i'm still waiting but I'm okay) [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Windows 10 (64) - AMD Ryzen 9 3900X 12-Core - 32 GB RAM - RTX 2080 Super
JDski Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 (edited) I'm not seeing the F-14 module in game or in the module manager. Running version 2.5.4.28090. I had an update this morning, did it update me out of open beta or something? It still shows "bought" on the DCS website. edit: I figured out. I had to use the DCS updater repair utility and after that ran, it updated to a newer version 2.5.4. 28461 and now I see the F14 module :-) Edited March 13, 2019 by JDski
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