Another Screen Freeze - Happening Again

[Nuggetz]

I have been experiencing random screen freezes and a small number of DCS crashes while in multiplayer mode, which is highly frustrating!  Sometimes the screen freezes very early on start up, taxiing, during take off or later in a multiplayer mission when coming back to land or during touch down, resulting in the inevitable aircraft crash.  This last instance was while flying towards a circuit pattern after successfully destroying two SU27.  I enclose the last portion of the log:

 

2021-03-08 13:26:40.000 WARNING Mission: register_unit(1012523,17067777) : db.units['1012523'] table is missing
2021-03-08 13:27:20.832 WARNING FLIGHT: procCrewAssignAircraft client id 17067777, crew_id 1, hot_start 0
2021-03-08 13:30:14.415 WARNING Mission: register_unit(1012525,17068801) : db.units['1012525'] table is missing
2021-03-08 13:31:23.351 WARNING Mission: register_unit(1012527,17072897) : db.units['1012527'] table is missing
2021-03-08 13:35:31.944 WARNING Mission: register_unit(1012529,17092865) : db.units['1012529'] table is missing
2021-03-08 13:35:42.188 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41: instancer factors has been changed. Update lod buffers.
2021-03-08 13:35:42.188 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:      distanceFactor = 1.000000
2021-03-08 13:35:42.188 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:      instancerDistanceFactor = 1.000000
2021-03-08 13:35:42.188 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:      forestDistanceFactor = 1.000000
2021-03-08 13:35:42.188 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:      forestDensity = 1.000000
2021-03-08 13:35:42.235 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:     surface5 gc() LOD 0 123 squares
2021-03-08 13:35:42.237 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:     surface5 gc() LOD 1 123 squares
2021-03-08 13:35:42.238 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:     surface5 gc() LOD 2 44 squares
2021-03-08 13:35:42.239 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:     surface5 gc() LOD 3 132 squares
2021-03-08 13:35:42.239 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41: surface5 gc() 9.710000 ms
2021-03-08 13:35:46.252 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41: instancer factors has been changed. Update lod buffers.
2021-03-08 13:35:46.252 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:      distanceFactor = 1.200000
2021-03-08 13:35:46.252 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:      instancerDistanceFactor = 1.000000
2021-03-08 13:35:46.252 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:      forestDistanceFactor = 0.750000
2021-03-08 13:35:46.252 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:      forestDensity = 1.000000
2021-03-08 13:35:46.266 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:     surface5 gc() LOD 0 0 squares
2021-03-08 13:35:46.266 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:     surface5 gc() LOD 1 0 squares
2021-03-08 13:35:46.266 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:     surface5 gc() LOD 2 2 squares
2021-03-08 13:35:46.267 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:     surface5 gc() LOD 3 129 squares
2021-03-08 13:35:46.267 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41: surface5 gc() 0.745300 ms
2021-03-08 13:39:13.463 ERROR   GRAPHICSVISTA: Can't open model F-16C_oblomok_wing_R.
2021-03-08 13:39:13.536 WARNING LOG: 1 duplicate message(s) skipped.
2021-03-08 13:39:13.536 ERROR   GRAPHICSVISTA: Can't open model F-16C_oblomok_wing_L.
2021-03-08 13:39:17.742 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:     surface5 gc() LOD 0 168 squares
2021-03-08 13:39:17.749 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:     surface5 gc() LOD 1 169 squares
2021-03-08 13:39:17.750 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:     surface5 gc() LOD 2 59 squares
2021-03-08 13:39:17.751 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41:     surface5 gc() LOD 3 33 squares
2021-03-08 13:39:17.751 INFO    EDTERRAINGRAPHICS41: surface5 gc() 136.226900 ms
2021-03-08 13:39:20.541 INFO    NET: disconnected: 0 
2021-03-08 13:39:20.544 INFO    NET: disconnected from server
2021-03-08 13:39:20.569 INFO    NET: client has stopped
2021-03-08 13:39:20.588 INFO    Dispatcher: Stop
2021-03-08 13:39:23.546 INFO    Config: netview stopped
2021-03-08 13:39:23.588 INFO    TERRAIN: lSystem::CleanScenes()
2021-03-08 13:39:23.594 INFO    VISUALIZER: StopSimulation
2021-03-08 13:39:23.596 INFO    VISUALIZER: Stopped collection of statistic.
2021-03-08 13:39:23.615 INFO    EDCORE: (dDispatcher)enterToState_:3
2021-03-08 13:39:23.664 INFO    EDCORE: (dDispatcher)enterToState_:5
2021-03-08 13:39:23.681 INFO    DCS: application shutdown
2021-03-08 13:39:23.798 INFO    EDOBJECTS: lTypeObjectManagerImpl::clear 0
2021-03-08 13:39:23.800 INFO    EDOBJECTS: lTypeObjectManagerImpl::clear 1
2021-03-08 13:39:23.800 INFO    EDOBJECTS: lTypeObjectManagerImpl::clear 2
2021-03-08 13:39:23.876 INFO    EDOBJECTS: lTypeObjectManagerImpl::clear 3
2021-03-08 13:39:23.942 INFO    EDOBJECTS: lTypeObjectManagerImpl::clear 4
2021-03-08 13:39:23.946 INFO    EDOBJECTS: lTypeObjectManagerImpl::clear 5
2021-03-08 13:39:23.948 INFO    EDOBJECTS: lTypeObjectManagerImpl::clear 6
2021-03-08 13:39:23.949 INFO    EDOBJECTS: lTypeObjectManagerImpl::clear 7
2021-03-08 13:39:23.949 INFO    EDOBJECTS: lTypeObjectManagerImpl::clear 8
2021-03-08 13:39:23.952 INFO    EDOBJECTS: lTypeObjectManagerImpl::clear 9
2021-03-08 13:39:23.952 INFO    EDOBJECTS: lTypeObjectManagerImpl::clear 10
2021-03-08 13:39:23.952 INFO    EDOBJECTS: lTypeObjectManagerImpl::clear 11
2021-03-08 13:39:23.953 INFO    EDOBJECTS: lTypeObjectManagerImpl::clear 12
2021-03-08 13:39:23.953 INFO    EDOBJECTS: lTypeObjectManagerImpl::clear 13
2021-03-08 13:39:24.512 INFO    VISUALIZER: SceneManager_Implement::~SceneManager_Implement()
2021-03-08 13:39:24.512 INFO    VISUALIZER: TerrainRenderer::release
2021-03-08 13:39:24.522 WARNING LOG: 1 duplicate message(s) skipped.
2021-03-08 13:39:24.522 INFO    TERRAIN: lSystem::exit()
2021-03-08 13:39:24.522 INFO    TERRAIN: lSystem::CleanScenes()
2021-03-08 13:39:27.427 INFO    DX11BACKEND: DX11Renderer::shutdown()
2021-03-08 13:39:28.308 INFO    DX11BACKEND: NVIDIA API exit OK
2021-03-08 13:39:28.308 INFO    DX11BACKEND: textures_count: 0
2021-03-08 13:39:28.308 INFO    DX11BACKEND: textures_size: 0
2021-03-08 13:39:28.308 INFO    DX11BACKEND: buffers_count: 0
2021-03-08 13:39:28.308 INFO    DX11BACKEND: buffers_size: 0
2021-03-08 13:39:28.308 INFO    DX11BACKEND: CB_count: 0
2021-03-08 13:39:28.308 INFO    DX11BACKEND: CB_size: 0
2021-03-08 13:39:28.308 INFO    DX11BACKEND: SB_count: 0
2021-03-08 13:39:28.308 INFO    DX11BACKEND: SB_size: 0
2021-03-08 13:39:28.308 INFO    DX11BACKEND: IB_count: 0
2021-03-08 13:39:28.308 INFO    DX11BACKEND: IB_size: 0
2021-03-08 13:39:28.308 INFO    DX11BACKEND: VB_count: 0
2021-03-08 13:39:28.308 INFO    DX11BACKEND: VB_size: 0
2021-03-08 13:39:28.308 INFO    DX11BACKEND: total_buffers_size: 0
2021-03-08 13:39:28.308 INFO    DX11BACKEND: total_size: 0
=== Log closed.

 

I have previously tried with wifi and ethernet cable, I have turned down the preload  settings, disabled Win10 from turning power off to USBs and disabled all the power saving modes relating to the internet. I have also included DCS in Norton 360 exclusions and set Norton to Silent mode in the hope it wont interfere with play. I have set DCS to HIGH PRIORITY within Task Manager Details tab. DCS and TrackIR are both Run As Administrator.  While I am new to DCS and online gaming should this type of thing be happening or am I missing something because the frustration levels are so flaming high I just want to stop the online aspects altogether as its not fun. Note: 2021-03-08 13:39:20.541 offers a clue perhaps, but I don't understand why?

 

CPU 3700X, GPU RTX 2070 Super, 500 GB SSD x 2, 32GB DDR4, ASUS B550 Plus, 1TB HD

 

TMWH HOTAS & Rudder Pedals

 

Win 10 all the latest drivers etc etc

 

I appreciate any help or advice you can offer thank you 
 

dcs.log

Edited March 18, 2021 by Nuggetz

[mmoccio]

Have you tried running a repair yet? Does this only happen during multiplayer?

 

https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/support/faq/repair/

[Nuggetz]

Yes I have run repair multiple times over many freezes and crashes and it only happens in MP not SP.

 

Here is another log (just!) on finals and then FREEZE followed by AIRCRAFT CRASH 

 

 

dcs.log

[mmoccio]

Strange. I feel like if it were a hardware issue, it would be happening in SP for sure. It would makes sense that it could be network related simply based off the fact that its happening in MP only. Did you try different MP servers? Have you tried hosting your own mission and seeing if it happens there? Are you able to recreate the issue every time or is it truly random? 

 

I am sorry if I am no help here, but I do not know what to look for in the logs. 

[Nuggetz]

Thank you for your reply. I am new to DCS and online gaming. I have only tried one server with the Grim Reapers Stone Burner which usually has a very low ping rate ie 35. 
 

I have no idea how to host a mission so I have not tried that. The failures can happen at any stage but are particularly frustrating half way thru a dogfight especially when winning! Or during landing having had a successful mission..........  

 

I do wonder if a software update has caused a problem or indeed the recent NVIDIA driver update may have caused something to go wrong. 
 

in the early days I experienced freezes which having done things mentioned in post 1 disappeared only to start up again in the last week or ten days ago 

 

oh yes I should mention I have been getting a number of “DCS is not responding” indications and even the occasional message that the “connection has timed out”.  
 

 

Edited March 8, 2021 by Nuggetz

[mmoccio]

Ok,

Id start by trying out some other servers as a test (I think you can try out some hoggit servers for new players). You can also create a simple mission, go in to multiplayer and then play that mission online and have buddy join up if you can to test things out. I am interested to see if its just the online environment (something you host) or if its the something about the GR server that is messing things up for you. I am sure if its a GR server there are a lot of assets to load in their missions. Do you have a strong network connection? (Run a speed test. Google search "Speed Test" if you havent done one before) Make sure you are always wired in if possible. 

 

I doubt a Graphics Driver would cause this. I am running almost identical hardware to you other than the cpu (2600) and I do not have any issues with this. Good luck. Let me know if you have any other questions, I may be able to help  

[Nuggetz]

Thank you for your reply and suggestions. Sounds like I will need to look into setting up an online mission. 
 

I run speed tests daily. We do live in a small village but get 41 mbs downloads and 8 to 12 mbs uploads regardless of whether I use Ethernet or WiFi. Default is Ethernet. 
 

I think I need to check the Windows 10 firewall for port 10308 configurations as I have been doing some more research this evening which suggests I should look into this. 
 

thanks again for your input

Edited March 9, 2021 by Nuggetz

[Nuggetz]

Fingers crossed I hope I have solved the screen freeze/DCS Crashing. 
 

I wanted to explore the Windows firewall settings for TCP/UDP port 10308 configurations. All new to me, but Windows 10 informed me that these settings were being controlled by Norton 360. I then explored Norton firewall settings and figured out how to allow protocols for 10308 and 10309. 
 

This was in addition to managing/disabling Windows 10 power saving options for USBs and Internet Connections. Running DCS and TRACKIR  as Administrator. Setting DCS and TRACKIR to High Priority in The Details Tab within Task Manager, using an Ethernet cable rather than WiFi, setting Norton to run in Silent mode.   
 

The result is I have flown 3 sessions this morning without any issues. I am not being premature and this has finally fixed the issues experienced. 

Edited March 9, 2021 by Nuggetz

[Nuggetz]

The above actions fixed the screen freezes/crashes for a few days and now there appear to be multiple freezes during multiplayer mode and a DCS crash at the end of todays session.

 

I have run the repair tool multiple times this week and the problem keeps happening.  I attach the latest log which appears to report register/table information is missing. Being no expert I don't know if this refers to my PC (specs above) or the DCS on my PC or the server missing the information. 

 

I have been through my actions above to confirm that nothing has changed due to for example a Windows 10 update.

 

I would be most grateful if someone can offer some advice as the more this happens the more frustrated I am getting.

 

Many thanks in advance,

dcs.log

[t0min8t0r]

dcs.logi am getting the same issue and I am unsure how to fix it here are my logs