Problem - running SH 3 on new computer

blazer05 · 09-05-2011, 01:45 PM

Ok I have bought a new computer - running Windows 7 - tried to install SH 3 (which I have not played in a couple of years).

After installing when I try to open the game - I get a "protection" error telling me the game will only run on Windows XP or 2000.

Can this problem be solved?

Gargamel · 09-05-2011, 01:46 PM

I believe there is a win7 thread around here somewhere, should be able to find it in a search.

privateer · 09-05-2011, 02:20 PM

Are you still useing a version with The protection garbage?
If so? Buy a new DVD of SH3!
It dropped the protection and infact solves many issues with SH3.
Better to spend $7 bucks U.S. then spend days getting ticked off!

Jimbuna · 09-05-2011, 02:54 PM

Vista and W7 do not like StarForce protection....it would be beneficial for you to purchase a newer version of the game, those that come without StarForce.

blazer05 · 09-05-2011, 03:27 PM

It does have the protection garbage on it. Will buy a new CD/DVD.

privateer · 09-05-2011, 03:39 PM

That is the best choice Mate!!

XTChrisTX · 09-05-2011, 04:56 PM

This thread may be of some use to you, and perhaps this one as well.

Fish In The Water · 09-05-2011, 05:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blazer05

After installing when I try to open the game - I get a "protection" error telling me the game will only run on Windows XP or 2000.

Can this problem be solved?

Easy enough to remove the starforce protection. See this thread for a how to:

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=160118

Good luck!

privateer · 09-05-2011, 05:05 PM

Be aware that even using the Reloaded 'hack' still leaves problems with the SH3 Game.

Maybe more then the original SH3 with StarForce.

Better to spend a few bucks more now then waste many days on wasted efforts!
But that's up to you all.
I can't count how many threads I ignore once I see that people are still useing 'Hacks'.

theroc44 · 09-05-2011, 07:13 PM

you can get the starforce removal tool from their company website and its totally approved by Ubisoft. I removed it once like 15 installations ago and it never installed again. Only had to remove it once. I recommend that.

blazer05 · 09-06-2011, 11:08 AM

But before reading the protection removal posts - I had already spent like $12 and bought a new DVD of the game.

I do appreciate the help.

Fish In The Water · 09-06-2011, 05:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blazer05

But before reading the protection removal posts - I had already spent like $12 and bought a new DVD of the game.

I do appreciate the help.

Glad you're sorted, enjoy and good hunting!

Sailor Steve · 09-06-2011, 10:04 PM

Since you already tried to install it, it might be a good idea to go to Start/Search and type in Starforce, just to be sure. I only recently found out that it was still on my computer after six years and a new copy of the game. Never had any trouble with it, but still...

09-05-2011, 01:45 PM	#1
blazer05 Watch Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Birmingham, Alabama Posts: 23 Downloads: 44 Uploads: 0	Problem - running SH 3 on new computer Ok I have bought a new computer - running Windows 7 - tried to install SH 3 (which I have not played in a couple of years). After installing when I try to open the game - I get a "protection" error telling me the game will only run on Windows XP or 2000. Can this problem be solved?

09-05-2011, 01:46 PM	#2
Gargamel Lucky Sailor Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: 41.61 N 81.49 W Posts: 3,344 Downloads: 55 Uploads: 0	I believe there is a win7 thread around here somewhere, should be able to find it in a search. __________________ Luck is a residue of Design.

09-05-2011, 02:20 PM	#3
privateer Navy Seal Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 8,353 Downloads: 62 Uploads: 12	Are you still useing a version with The protection garbage? If so? Buy a new DVD of SH3! It dropped the protection and infact solves many issues with SH3. Better to spend $7 bucks U.S. then spend days getting ticked off! __________________ You're hanging out with us now, pal. Dignity has nothing to do with it. Democracy - 2 wolves and a lamb voting on what's for lunch. Liberty - a well-armed lamb contesting the vote.

09-05-2011, 02:54 PM	#4
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 82,488 Downloads: 42 Uploads: 8	Vista and W7 do not like StarForce protection....it would be beneficial for you to purchase a newer version of the game, those that come without StarForce. __________________ Stop following me...I'm lost!! GWX3.0 Download Page http://www.mediafire.com/myfiles.php?r=nkjkl#j35rkcr24g8d2 GWX Website/Home Page Donation/instant access to GWX (Help SubSim) http://www.subsim.com/subsim_files/gwx_donation1207.php

09-05-2011, 03:27 PM	#5
blazer05 Watch Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Birmingham, Alabama Posts: 23 Downloads: 44 Uploads: 0	Thanks - It does have the protection garbage on it. Will buy a new CD/DVD.

09-05-2011, 03:39 PM	#6
privateer Navy Seal Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 8,353 Downloads: 62 Uploads: 12	That is the best choice Mate!! __________________ You're hanging out with us now, pal. Dignity has nothing to do with it. Democracy - 2 wolves and a lamb voting on what's for lunch. Liberty - a well-armed lamb contesting the vote.

09-05-2011, 04:56 PM	#7
XTChrisTX Watch Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 26 Downloads: 9 Uploads: 0	This thread may be of some use to you, and perhaps this one as well.

09-05-2011, 05:05 PM	#9
privateer Navy Seal Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 8,353 Downloads: 62 Uploads: 12	Be aware that even using the Reloaded 'hack' still leaves problems with the SH3 Game. Maybe more then the original SH3 with StarForce. Better to spend a few bucks more now then waste many days on wasted efforts! But that's up to you all. I can't count how many threads I ignore once I see that people are still useing 'Hacks'. __________________ You're hanging out with us now, pal. Dignity has nothing to do with it. Democracy - 2 wolves and a lamb voting on what's for lunch. Liberty - a well-armed lamb contesting the vote.

09-05-2011, 07:13 PM	#10
theroc44 Lieutenant Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: New York City Posts: 256 Downloads: 96 Uploads: 0	you can get the starforce removal tool from their company website and its totally approved by Ubisoft. I removed it once like 15 installations ago and it never installed again. Only had to remove it once. I recommend that. __________________ "A few stood against many that is all that matters"

09-06-2011, 11:08 AM	#11
blazer05 Watch Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Birmingham, Alabama Posts: 23 Downloads: 44 Uploads: 0	Thanks for all the help, guys But before reading the protection removal posts - I had already spent like $12 and bought a new DVD of the game. I do appreciate the help.

09-06-2011, 10:04 PM	#13
Sailor Steve Just A Kid At Heart Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: 600 miles from the nearest ocean. Posts: 44,816 Downloads: 406 Uploads: 227	Since you already tried to install it, it might be a good idea to go to Start/Search and type in Starforce, just to be sure. I only recently found out that it was still on my computer after six years and a new copy of the game. Never had any trouble with it, but still... __________________ "Human beings are perhaps never more frightening than when they are convinced beyond doubt that they are right." – Laurens van der Post

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