I'm gonna sue them - Page 2

Subwolf · 12-09-06, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by _Seth_

What company do you buy power from?

You got the point

But I guess a power loss during a thunderstorm can happen anywhere, it's not relevant which company it is

U-snafu · 12-09-06, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Kiwi Commandant

Well at least she knows about your affliction/addiction /"little problem" prior to the wedding so she can go into it eyes wide open and knowing she will be an SH3-widow. What will you do if she says "It's me or the game, Baby!"?

Tough choice!!

Kind of like an old bumper sticker I have seen--"my wife told me it was either my boat or her.......god I'm gonna miss her"

My only saving grace for the upcoming major life change is she's a horse person and we just bought a second horse--means more time at the stables for her and more time for me to indulge in my hobby interests

ps:subwolf -sorry to have hijacked your thread.
pss: don't mess w/ the power company-with the regional monopolies they have over here-you might wind up playing sh3 on the computer using a hand generator or hamster wheel for your power needs.

bookworm_020 · 12-10-06, 05:13 PM

IT's the A.I. that I hate, You get a dream convoy full of tankers and troopships with no escorts or have found that Task force and your in the perfect possition, and then it happens!!

CTD!!!

Kiss good bye to that renown, wave good bye to the medals and fame and curse at the missed chance at getting that promotion!

CTD! Is there any other abbrevation that causes so much pian (when playing SHIII)

Sailor Steve · 12-10-06, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by U-snafu

Kind of like an old bumper sticker I have seen--"my wife told me it was either my boat or her.......god I'm gonna miss her"

Years ago I saw this ad in a newspaper:

"Wife says motorcycle goes or she does. Either one, $500."

It's easy to say that no autosave is good because of the save-game bug, but that still doesn't help when you're two hours into a patrol and the computer crashes. Also, I've had patrols last many hours over several days of gaming. On the other hand, I've never suffered the "saved-game bug", so I guess I must be doing something right.

_Seth_ · 12-10-06, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Subwolf

Quote:

Originally Posted by _Seth_

What company do you buy power from?

You got the point

But I guess a power loss during a thunderstorm can happen anywhere, it's not relevant which company it is

Maybe a generator could be in place.. That kicks in when the main power quits.. Or an APU...

peterloo · 12-11-06, 12:30 AM

You may try to buy a UPS system which allow you to have an extra minute time for data saving once the power is cut.

(That stuff is quite expensive.)

Or you can save your game often, although you cannot save when you are submerged

Subwolf · 12-11-06, 02:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by _Seth_

Quote:

Originally Posted by Subwolf

Quote:

Originally Posted by _Seth_

What company do you buy power from?

You got the point

But I guess a power loss during a thunderstorm can happen anywhere, it's not relevant which company it is

Maybe a generator could be in place.. That kicks in when the main power quits.. Or an APU...

I got enough to deal with trying to start the APU on my type VII

_Seth_ · 12-11-06, 02:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Subwolf

Quote:

Originally Posted by _Seth_

Quote:

Originally Posted by Subwolf

Quote:

Originally Posted by _Seth_

What company do you buy power from?

You got the point

But I guess a power loss during a thunderstorm can happen anywhere, it's not relevant which company it is

Maybe a generator could be in place.. That kicks in when the main power quits.. Or an APU...

I got enough to deal with trying to start the APU on my type VII

:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:

HunterICX · 12-11-06, 04:40 AM

30 sec power loss is frustrating

but a 1 sec power loss is even more frustrating

you know....*clic*loss*clic* power back on.

that really is making me going ''BLEEP BLEEP BLEEP!!! THE DIRRTY SON OF A BLEEEEEEEP!!!!)

Sailor Steve · 12-11-06, 11:40 AM

You can also buy battery-packs that will keep the system running for a long time during a power loss. They are also fairly expensive.

Tool · 12-11-06, 05:11 PM

Go with a UPS system. APC makes a nice 500VA model backup that sells for around $70 and will keep you afloat for at least 5-10 minutes after the power goes out. They are CHEAP insurance.. because believe me, power strips won't protect your system 90% of the time. They don't help with "brown outs" at all, and they don't "clean" your power, meaning, giving you you clean, constant voltages and removing all surges, spikes and low voltage conditions (ie. Lights dimming= brownout).

I run a Minuteman 1100VA system here that runs 3 PCs and all my internetworking equipment with no problems. This one is overkill for most people and it cost me around $500, but to me, my systems and equipment cost 4x that and it truly does work. I just built this new dual core and would hate to lose it to a surge.

Don't let anyone kid you, a power strip/surge protector may last you through one power surge or lightning hit (that is if you own a GOOD quality one, not a $5 walmart special). Typically after that they are just holes to plug multiple plugs into.

Just my nickels worth.
Check six,
Tool.

robj250 · 12-11-06, 05:31 PM

I too, live outside a very small community in BC, and have had power problems because of the rain, high winds and lightning. However, I have been luck because I make it a habit of saving at regular periods, like entering a new grid, or before encountering the convoy and have had no problems with my saved files. I have even saved while submerged, but don't make a habit of it. I can only play about 15 minutes a day, so there are a lot of saves, but I use a single name and overwrite it unless something new comes up that needs a different name for the saved file.
Rob

12-10-06, 05:13 PM	#18
bookworm_020 Navy Seal Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Sinking ships off the Australian coast Posts: 5,966 Downloads: 1 Uploads: 0	IT's the A.I. that I hate, You get a dream convoy full of tankers and troopships with no escorts or have found that Task force and your in the perfect possition, and then it happens!! CTD!!! Kiss good bye to that renown, wave good bye to the medals and fame and curse at the missed chance at getting that promotion! CTD! Is there any other abbrevation that causes so much pian (when playing SHIII) __________________ "There is always one person in any organization who knows whats going on, That person must be fired"

12-11-06, 12:30 AM	#21
peterloo Commander Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 462 Downloads: 2 Uploads: 0	You may try to buy a UPS system which allow you to have an extra minute time for data saving once the power is cut. (That stuff is quite expensive.) Or you can save your game often, although you cannot save when you are submerged __________________ Romeo is here, but where is Juliet? The 中国水兵 (Chinese Sailor) in subsim

12-11-06, 04:40 AM	#24
HunterICX Rear Admiral Join Date: May 2006 Location: Malaga, España Posts: 10,750 Downloads: 8 Uploads: 0	30 sec power loss is frustrating but a 1 sec power loss is even more frustrating you know....cliclossclic power back on. that really is making me going ''BLEEP BLEEP BLEEP!!! THE DIRRTY SON OF A BLEEEEEEEP!!!!) __________________

12-11-06, 11:40 AM	#25
Sailor Steve Eternal Patrol Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: High in the mountains of Utah Posts: 50,369 Downloads: 745 Uploads: 249	You can also buy battery-packs that will keep the system running for a long time during a power loss. They are also fairly expensive. __________________ “Never do anything you can't take back.” —Rocky Russo

12-11-06, 05:11 PM	#26
Tool Planesman Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 189 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Go with a UPS system. APC makes a nice 500VA model backup that sells for around $70 and will keep you afloat for at least 5-10 minutes after the power goes out. They are CHEAP insurance.. because believe me, power strips won't protect your system 90% of the time. They don't help with "brown outs" at all, and they don't "clean" your power, meaning, giving you you clean, constant voltages and removing all surges, spikes and low voltage conditions (ie. Lights dimming= brownout). I run a Minuteman 1100VA system here that runs 3 PCs and all my internetworking equipment with no problems. This one is overkill for most people and it cost me around $500, but to me, my systems and equipment cost 4x that and it truly does work. I just built this new dual core and would hate to lose it to a surge. Don't let anyone kid you, a power strip/surge protector may last you through one power surge or lightning hit (that is if you own a GOOD quality one, not a $5 walmart special). Typically after that they are just holes to plug multiple plugs into. Just my nickels worth. Check six, Tool. __________________ 309th Wild Ducks www.56thvfw.com

12-11-06, 05:31 PM	#27
robj250 Sea Lord Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Port Hardy, BC, Canada 75 yo with M.S. & C.O.P.D. & heart problems Posts: 1,930 Downloads: 1 Uploads: 0	I too, live outside a very small community in BC, and have had power problems because of the rain, high winds and lightning. However, I have been luck because I make it a habit of saving at regular periods, like entering a new grid, or before encountering the convoy and have had no problems with my saved files. I have even saved while submerged, but don't make a habit of it. I can only play about 15 minutes a day, so there are a lot of saves, but I use a single name and overwrite it unless something new comes up that needs a different name for the saved file. Rob