CAN'T RUN SH3 WITH WINDOWS 7 PRO-JAN. 2015

[DragonRider]

Originally Posted by SeaviewSkipper

This application can be launched with a release version of Microsoft Windows 95OSR2.1/98/ME/NT4.0/2000/XP server 2003 only.

That old man Star-force removal thread should help

[ReallyDedPoet]

Yes that should do it. Also, I posted a helpful link for you in your other thread.

[SeaviewSkipper]

Originally Posted by DragonRider

That old man Star-force removal thread should help

Huh? Where would I find that?

[Infini]

Huh? Where would I find that?

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

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This is the copy that I use (Silent Hunter III), with the most recent patch included (1.4.0.1) and no StarForce protection. You can play without the DVD too.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0017HIH6O?...QQC5V6Y6GCWY7&


Have fun!

[THEBERBSTER]

It is important when purchasing dvd discs that you get a Starforce Free Version.

The dvd you are looking for will be showing ESS632.

The Starforce Free Version will be Black at the Bottom and White at the Top.

A typical File Version showing in Properties is 8.2.160.0

Product Version 1.4.0000

Date modified 18/08/2006

Do not be misled by the silver band at the top of the Dvd case that says Games in white letters which is irrelevant.


The Starforce Version will be Black at the Bottom and Silver at the Top.

These have a Product Version showing in Properties of 1.00.0000

This version does not have the latest patch and has copy write protection.


The currently available new Encore dvd's are Canadian but can be purchased from the USA.

The only downside with these dvds is that you cannot choose where to install as it will only install to the default drive.

[Infini]

The only downside with these dvds is that you cannot choose where to install as it will only install to the default drive

Try for example "C:\Games\SH3" instead of "C:\Games\Silent Hunter III".

It works for me with the "Encore Edition."

And I did a back up (copy just in case for my own use) and mount it if necessary with "Virtual CloneDrive".

I did a test with "SH3 Version Check" and it shows 1.4.0.1.

[Pisces]

Originally Posted by Infini

Try for example "C:\Games\SH3" instead of "C:\Games\Silent Hunter III".

It works for me with the "Encore Edition."

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I agree, the difference must be those spaces in the folder name. I've run into that with SH3 years ago. The SH3 installer doesn't like it.

It must be taking the lack of space in a submarine to literal.

[Infini]

I agree, the difference must be those spaces in the folder name. I've run into that with SH3 years ago. The SH3 installer doesn't like it.

Really weird.
If you choose to keep the folder name (Silent Hunter III), there's no problem if you install the game in C:\Program Files.
Elsewhere, impossible.

I would like to know why exactly; maybe a genius around will explain to us?

Or... there's a BUG in the installer.

[SeaviewSkipper]

Originally Posted by THEBERBSTER

It is important when purchasing dvd discs that you get a Starforce Free Version.

The dvd you are looking for will be showing ESS632.

The Starforce Free Version will be Black at the Bottom and White at the Top.

A typical File Version showing in Properties is 8.2.160.0

Product Version 1.4.0000

Date modified 18/08/2006

Do not be misled by the silver band at the top of the Dvd case that says Games in white letters which is irrelevant.


The Starforce Version will be Black at the Bottom and Silver at the Top.

These have a Product Version showing in Properties of 1.00.0000

This version does not have the latest patch and has copy write protection.


The currently available new Encore dvd's are Canadian but can be purchased from the USA.

The only downside with these dvds is that you cannot choose where to install as it will only install to the default drive.

When you say "black at the bottom and silver-or white-at the top, what are you referring to, the box cover or the disc? Thanks.

[Infini]

HI. Thanks very much. And this version will run on Windows 7 Pro alright?

Yes. The "Encore Edition" will run on Windows 7 PRO.
The Steam or GamersGate (with Tagès protection) versions too.

I know, I paid for all!

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The real problem is to configure everything correctly.
Find compatible Mods for example, or apply the hardcode fixes, etc...

AND, if you have a good video card, BOOST the graphics (add Antialias, etc). Override the Silent Hunter III video settings...

Sometimes, it's like a jungle out there!

[THEBERBSTER]

Hi SS

This is the colour on the dvd disc.

The box/case is not relevant.

I picked up a cheap second hand one on Ebay and just asked the different sellers to tell me the colours of the disc they were selling.

You cannot go by the picture they show as it may not be the picture of their dvd.

Peter

[SeaviewSkipper]

Originally Posted by Infini

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

...

This is the copy that I use (Silent Hunter III), with the most recent patch included (1.4.0.1) and no StarForce protection. You can play without the DVD too.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0017HIH6O?...QQC5V6Y6GCWY7&


Have fun!

HI. Thanks very much. And this version will run on Windows 7 Pro alright?