Windows 7 & FC

[tonym]

Trying to load Flaming Cliffs on a windows 7 pc, but it won't load! Any ideas as to why please. TonyM:(

[garengarch]

a few more details may be handy?

[Panzertard]

Did it say why it wouldnt? Like "I dont feel like it, id rather run Solitaire" or something?

[AustinN360]

Try this:

 

Could be many possible reasons. Some ideas.......

 

First uninstall Lockon completely and remove any left over folders. (Remember to save any missions/tracks/screenshots you want to keep)

 

Preperation:

 

1: If you are Overclocking bring your system back to stock for testing purposes.

 

2: Get and update to the latest BIOS for your motherboard (If needed)

 

3: Run disk maintenance (chkdsk and defrag)

 

4: Make sure the following divers are up to date:

 

DirectX

Chipset

Video

Sound

NIC

 

These are instructions for installing LockOn flaming Cliffs and modifying it for a much more visually pleasing experience. This install along with these mods requires a reasonably modern, stable and powerful system with a good fast CPU, 2GB+ memory and a decent Graphics card to run well. If you have a slower system you may leave out the Mods instructions. This will still yield a nice orderly LockOn install complete with backup. These instructions are intended for use on a new clean install. All information is provided as is and you undertake it at your own risk. I take no responsibility for trashed systems or screwed up installs. If you choose to attempt the mod section with an existing install your results may vary, particularly if you have any MODS installed. I am merely posting this as a guide that works well for myself and many others in the 104th.

 

1: Install Lock On (If under Vista/Win7 install with admin rights and UAC disabled or withfull read/write access to the game directory, consider install outside of program files directory ie; "C:\Games\Ubisoft\Eagle Dynamics\Lock On\")

 

2: Install Flaming Cliffs (If FC DL version also install the all seasons terrain.)

 

3: Install the correct Flaming cliffs 1.12 patch for your version CD or DL. (Available at Lockon.ru).

 

4: Windows Vista or Windows 7 users should Install the latest Starforce Driver update (SFUpdate) here then reboot.) http://www.star-force.com/support/drivers/

 

(Here for Windows 7 You need to try to load the game, you should get a message saying that it cannot install SF due to it being incompatible with the OS. As soon as you get this message go ahead and install the SFupdate. not before)

 

5: Enter the game and configure your HOTAS, Sound and Graphics options. (Under Vista/7 x64 OS you will need to use Creative Alchemy or a similar utility for your specific sound card for proper audio)

 

6: Back up the entire Lock On folder (Make a copy of the LockOn folder. Rar or zip is also fine).

 

This marks the end of the vanilla install. From here forward are optional Utility and MOD installation instructions.

 

Most of the mods listed below can be found at www.Lockonfiles.com and our own websites download section www.104thphoenix.com

 

 

7: Install LoCFG tweak app. (this app allows you to easily set up many of the graphics settings for LockOn including resolutions and aspect ratios for wide screens as well as backup many vital files for safe keeping including input and graphics settings).

 

8: Install Modman 7.1.1.0 (This most excellent app simplifies the install of many LockOn Mods. It is required to install all non "exe" mods listed below)

 

9: Install Walmis F-15 model (exe)

 

10: Install updated weapons for Walmis F-15 Model (modman)

 

11: Install conformal fuel tanks F-15 (modman)

 

12: Install Simmod A-10A (modman pack)

 

13: Install Simmod A10A + Walmis F-15 + Walmis weapons compatibility pack (modman) (included in the above package (unrar to get all the compatibility packs)).

 

14: Install Su-27 3GO mod (exe).

 

15: Do a quick fly in each of the above listed AC. F-15, A10A, and Su-27. Make sure you can see the new models on each AC from external view.

 

16: From here I install my 104th v1.5 squad specific skins made by Ruggbutt and Aero, through modman. You can get many non squad specific skins at lockonfiles.com)

 

Terrain mods next:

 

17: Install LOReload B1 (Modman).

 

18: Install Enhanced terrain by Ruggbutt. (Modman)

 

19: Install Enhanced buildings by Ruggbutt. (Modman)

 

Multiplayer and communication

 

20: If planning on Multiplayer install Hyperlobby and Team speak and configure for use. (remember to use Push to talk)

 

I hope something in here might be helpful to you.

 

~Out