OH II support

[Trevally.]

Originally Posted by sidslotm

3gig switch, does this involve pain sorry dude, just what is a 3gig switch?

Originally Posted by Pintea

yes.



Some of the mods (especially the ones that modify graphics data) should revise their texture sizes, since I have seen some that added really really large textures that will only work OK on very powerful rigs.

So please, if you modify textures, try keeping the same resolution as the stock textures, or if you make larger ones, maybe make a version for lower spec computers.

Stock SH5 had problems fitting in the 512 video ram budget, which is what most video cards have right now. So any texture increase will certainly cause problems for some people.

To explain why the 3GB switch works: Since the game uses ~1.3 - 1.5 gb of memory, adding more than 512 video ram will exceed the 2GB virtual memory limit in Windows Vista/7.
But if you use extra large modded textures and play for a long time, pass through a lot of harbors etc, you might even exceed the 3GB limit. So CTDs are event possible with that switch, even though more seldom.

Originally Posted by TheDarkWraith

Here is something to try for those of you having CTDs or using 32 bit OS:

Try this only if you have at least 2 GByte of RAM and at your own risk and using Vista/Win7 32 bit version.
First download the explorer from http://www.ntcore.com/exsuite.php
Next make a backup copy of SH5.exe. Then start "CFF Explorer" and open the orginal SH5.exe file.
Now go to NT Header/File Header and click File Header. There you will find a button labeld "click here". Click it and select the mark at "App can handle> 2gb adressest "
Save the modified EXE, overwrite the orginal one (You do have your backup of it in a safe location right?).
If you run Windows Vista 64 or Windows XP 64 or Win7 64 you're ready and didnt need to read on. The rest is only for Windows Vista 32/Win7 32 or maybe Windows XP.
Now make Windows Vista/Win7 (32-Bit) ready to support more than 2 GByte.
Open a command prompt with Administration rights. You find it under "Programs->Accessories->Command prompt" click right and select "run as administrator".
Enter "bcdedit /set IncreaseUserVA 3072" (without quotes) in the command window and press enter.
After that restart windows

To reset back to 2GB limit:
to reset the Increased User Adressspace just start the commandline prompt with Admin right again and enter "bcdedit /set IncreaseUserVA 2048"

See if the above helps at all

Another idea is to install previous version of DirectX ( < v11). I have Win7 64bit but ALWAYS install previous DirectX versions for compatibility reasons. Go to Microsoft's website and search for DirectX. Run the DirectX web installer from their website. You can have DirectX9 AND DirectX11 installed on Win7.

EDIT:

just checked the sh5.exe file and it's large address aware so enabling the 3GB switch in 32bit OSs should help:

Microsoft (R) COFF/PE Dumper Version 9.00.30729.01
Copyright (C) Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.

Dump of file sh5.exe
PE signature found
File Type: EXECUTABLE IMAGE
FILE HEADER VALUES
14C machine (x86)
5 number of sections
4BCE9A96 time date stamp Wed Apr 21 01:26:30 2010
0 file pointer to symbol table
0 number of symbols
E0 size of optional header
122 characteristics
Executable
Application can handle large (>2GB) addresses
32 bit word machine

If you run Windows Vista 64 or Windows XP 64 or Win7 64 you're ready and didnt need to read on. The rest is only for Windows Vista 32/Win7 32 or maybe Windows XP. Now make Windows Vista/Win7 (32-Bit) ready to support more than 2 GByte. Open a command prompt with Administration rights. You find it under "Programs->Accessories->Command prompt" click right and select "run as administrator". Enter "bcdedit /set IncreaseUserVA 3072" (without quotes) in the command window and press enter. After that restart windows

Dam, I knew there would be pain involved but thanks Trevally. The game has started crashing even more now with OH2 v1.3 after a good start.

I think I'll head back to OH 2, it worked very well, we go on.

[DoveEgg]

I'm on the Western Approaches Campaign. Here's the problem, I've accomplished all the objectives, but I only have 9 of the 10 crosses filled. I think the Gibraltar Supplies Route objective should be worth 2 crosses rather than 1 cross. That way the campaign will end when I finish the South Atlantic Convoys mission and I don't have to steam all the way back to France and kill time until December 1941.

Aw crap and now I'm not eligible for Operation Drumbeat because my career isn't perfect.

[Trevally.]

Thanks DoveEgg,

I will check this out

[Kapitan_Kaput]

so how do I make TDW_Mines_Subnets_Spottable (OH II v1.3) play nice with FX_Update_0_0_19_ByTheDarkWraith? do I just delete the Zones.cfg from TDW mines subnets spottable and load FX update first? thanks

current order:

Generic Mod Enabler - v2.6.0.157
[C:\Ubisoft\Silent Hunter 5\MODS]
A Fistful of Emblems v1.51
A Fistful of Emblems v1.51 (Weathered)
Accurate German Flags
Enhanced FunelSmoke1.2_by HanSolo78
Elite German Black & Copper Torpedo
Sub_Exhaust_1_0_5_byTheDarkWraith
SubFlags_0_0_6_byTheDarkWraith
Better Torpedo Graphics
Window_Lights_Redone_V1
Grossdeutscher Rundfunk
Muss I Denn Bunker Music
sobers 3D deck spray mod V7
sobers real trees
Real Environment - Revision_2
NewUIs_TDC_6_8_0_ByTheDarkWraith
Trevally Automated Scripts v0.6
Trevally Harbour & Kiel Canal Pilot v2.8
Trevally Tutorials - All v0.2 (for TDW UI)
Krauters Automated Scripts (v5_0_0 compatible)
NOZAURIO'S SKIN (Standar No Emblem) v-1.0.0
SteelViking's Interior Mod V1.2
MightyFine Crew Mod 1.2.1 Stock w beards
MCCD_1.04_MFCM_1.2.1_compatible
Reboot's Water Drips 1.1
MightyFine Less Annoying Footsteps 1.0
Terrain_harbour_flags_Mod_v1_2_1
Cerberus62 Additional Merchant Ships 1.1 (Part 1)
Cerberus62 Additional Merchant Ships 1.1 (Part 2)
Cerberus62 Historical Ship Equipment 1.3
Speech fixes and additions (english version)
OPEN HORIZONS II_full v1.3
OHII fixed sound v1..3
TDW_Mines_Subnets_Spottable (OH II v1.3)
OHII - Cerberus ship patch
FX_Update_0_0_19_ByTheDarkWraith
IRAI_0_0_30_ByTheDarkWraith
TheDarkWraith_DC_Water_Disturbances_v2_0_SH5
Torpedo_Speed_Abilitie_Fix_for_TDC_SH5_v120
Equipment_Upgrades_Fix_1_0_byTheBeast
Equip_Upgrades_AFFOE
U-boat Historical Specifications 1.7 for TDW Mods
Capthelms Lighting Effects mod for sh5
Shadow Improvement ModLR
nVidia missing lights
Capthelms SH5 Audio Mod
SH5Lifeboats_2.0
OPTIONAL-lifeboat_sound
Kriegsmarine Grid Map for MO and TDW UIs by stoianm
KZS Hull wetness for U-Boats + co tower and deck_revised_by_TheDarkWraith

[Trevally.]

Try this order:-

FX_Update_0_0_19_ByTheDarkWraith
IRAI_0_0_30_ByTheDarkWraith
NewUIs_TDC_6_8_0_ByTheDarkWraith
Cerberus62 Additional Merchant Ships 1.1 (Part 1)
Cerberus62 Additional Merchant Ships 1.1 (Part 2)
Cerberus62 Historical Ship Equipment 1.3
OPEN HORIZONS II_full v1.3
OHII fixed sound v1..3
TDW_Mines_Subnets_Spottable (OH II v1.3)
OHII - Cerberus ship patch

and yes - delete the zone from TDW Spottable Mines as the zone in OHII full has the same zone file as FX19

[mrwayne]

Not a Bug but..where the Ships in the Mission Weserübung? I sunk the 5 ones in the Region Navrik. Now i must sunk 5 british ships from England to Norway - but evry ship that i sunk are the false!

sry 4 my bad english. ;o

[Trevally.]

Originally Posted by mrwayne

Not a Bug but..where the Ships in the Mission Weserübung? I sunk the 5 ones in the Region Navrik. Now i must sunk 5 british ships from England to Norway - but evry ship that i sunk are the false!

sry 4 my bad english. ;o

Two objectives.

Red zone = sink 5 ships in this area or heading to this area.
Green zone = sink 1 ship

So if you have sunk the 5 ships in the red zone - go to the green zone and sink 1 more.

[mrwayne]

What i do wrong? It dont work for me :/
Can i edit the savegame for completing the Mission?-

[Trevally.]

not sure why that did not work.

Yes you can edit save game:-
C:\Users\Owner\Documents\SH5\data\cfg\SaveGames

Look for newest dated folder
C:\Users\Owner\Documents\SH5\data\cfg\SaveGames\00 000002\Campaign-2011-09-10_1616

open Campaign.CFG with notepad

Look for:-
[Campaign.CampObj.MacroObj 2]
ObjectiveID=TG_Norway_Invasion
Name=Campaign.CampObj.MacroObj 2.Name
MapZone=NorwayInvasion
ValuePointsProvided=3
FurtherInfo=Campaign.CampObj.MacroObj 2.FurtherInfo
StartDate=19400401
EndDate=19400410
IsCompleted=false<<<<<<<<<<<<change this to true
IsFailed=false<<<<<<<<<if this is set to true - change it to false
IsUnlocked=true
AssocMissionsActive=
AssocMissionsCompleted=
ObjActivationAchievements=

and this:-
[Campaign.CampObj.MacroObj 2.PersObj 2]
PersObjType=0
Name=Sink_any_British_ship_entering_Narvik_teritor ial_waters
Description=Campaign.CampObj.MacroObj 2.PersObj 2.Description
RelatedMapLocations=Line_Norway_Invasion
IsCompleted=false<<<<<<<<<change to true

[Campaign.CampObj.MacroObj 2.PersObj 1]
PersObjType=0
Name=Sink_5_enemy_ships_on_route_to_Narvik
Description=Campaign.CampObj.MacroObj 2.PersObj 1.Description
RelatedMapLocations=Area_Narvik,Line_Norway_Invasi on2
IsCompleted=false<<<<<<<<<change to true

[mrwayne]

thank you

HI

OH2 full V1.3 runs fine now after patching. I restarted and completed the first costal waters (East) mission and then the coastal waters western approaches (north) but on returning to base there are no futher missions for me, ? . I launched the boat without a mission and redocked hoping that might offer a mission, but no.

any ideas please, thanks.

[Trevally.]

New objectives are given when you reach a date.
Your next one will be around end march 1940.

Until then, just go and sink anywhere you want.
Or if you dock/patrol - about 14 days will pass each time you do it.

[Kapitan_Kaput]

Try this order:-

FX_Update_0_0_19_ByTheDarkWraith
IRAI_0_0_30_ByTheDarkWraith
NewUIs_TDC_6_8_0_ByTheDarkWraith
Cerberus62 Additional Merchant Ships 1.1 (Part 1)
Cerberus62 Additional Merchant Ships 1.1 (Part 2)
Cerberus62 Historical Ship Equipment 1.3
OPEN HORIZONS II_full v1.3
OHII fixed sound v1..3
TDW_Mines_Subnets_Spottable (OH II v1.3)
OHII - Cerberus ship patch

and yes - delete the zone from TDW Spottable Mines as the zone in OHII full has the same zone file as FX19


Thanks Trevally

[Kapitan_Kaput]

ok so I made the changes you suggested and everything works great, but I have the frozen flags...how do I fix this? thanks