Hello All

vudeeimp · 06-28-11, 08:34 PM

Has anyone been able to get SH3 to work on Windows 7? I've tried a few things I've found on the internet regarding starforce but SH3 just keeps asking me to reboot. I have the 64 bit version.

Thanks
Capt. Duck

Kelcom · 06-28-11, 08:41 PM

I have Silenthunter III on my Windows 7 laptop at home. It seems to work fine.

So... I don't know if this is any help to you, but I just thought I'd let you know that I does work.

frau kaleun · 06-28-11, 09:54 PM

I have the game running on Win7 64-bit with no problems, however it's a newer Starforce-free version. From what I've read here, Win7 and Starforce do not get along.

The only other tip that seems to be generally agreed on is that you should not install the game inside your Programs folder, which would be the default location. Win7 doesn't like to let anyone (including you, apparently) mess with anything in the Programs directory, which can make modding the game problematic. Turning off UAC completely may alleviate potential problems but for best results most people recommend that you install it somewhere else.

If you have one of the older versions with Starforce, it might be best just to spend a few $ and get a newer disc or digital download. The game can be had pretty cheaply, usually for less than $10 (US) depending on where you get it.

Gerald · 06-29-11, 04:20 AM

danasan · 06-29-11, 09:37 AM

Welcome aboard!

Hope you'll get it running...

If you can read German language,

this

could help you.

Herr-Berbunch · 06-29-11, 11:05 AM

Welcome aboard

Firstly - uninstall your current SH3 install, then check your documents to make sure no folders created in there. Use a registry cleaner to get rid of any leftovers in the registry. Reboot.

Install SH3. (If UAC enabled, then NOT in program files (x86), if not enabled then default is fine. Only disable UAC if you are 100% sure of your security setup!)

Install patch 1.4b

Use no-Starforce fix (around here somewhere!)

Restart PC

Install your supermod of choice and start playing.

Don't forget resolution has to be 1024x768 unless you've used the hires fix!

Let us know how you get on.

Jimbuna · 06-29-11, 12:12 PM

Welcome to SubSim Matey....by far the safest and best way is to purchase a recently manufactured disc because they come Starforce free and already patched to 1.4b.

I'm unaware of your location but if it happens to be in the UK, this is as good a version as any:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Silent-Hunte.../dp/B000FUCGDY

If you purchase it through the Amazon link on this forum Neal our host will receive a small commission which he would appreciate because it helps the upkeep of this great forum.

Fish In The Water · 06-29-11, 09:29 PM

Welcome Capt. Duck, hope you get the Win7 issue sorted out!

06-28-11, 08:34 PM	#1
vudeeimp Bilge Rat Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 1 Downloads: 33 Uploads: 0	Hello All Has anyone been able to get SH3 to work on Windows 7? I've tried a few things I've found on the internet regarding starforce but SH3 just keeps asking me to reboot. I have the 64 bit version. Thanks Capt. Duck

06-29-11, 04:20 AM	#4
Gerald SUBSIM Newsman Join Date: May 2008 Location: Close to sea Posts: 24,254 Downloads: 553 Uploads: 0	Welcome to SubSim Guys! __________________ Nothing in life is to be feard,it is only to be understood. Marie Curie

06-29-11, 09:37 AM	#5
danasan Elite Spam Hunter Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Flensburg / Germany Posts: 1,141 Downloads: 39 Uploads: 0	Welcome aboard! Hope you'll get it running... If you can read German language, this could help you. __________________ "I invite you to go inside this submergible hole in the water where you can nicely hide from destroyers."

06-29-11, 11:05 AM	#6
Herr-Berbunch Kaiser Bill's batman Join Date: May 2010 Location: AN72 Posts: 13,203 Downloads: 76 Uploads: 0	Welcome aboard Firstly - uninstall your current SH3 install, then check your documents to make sure no folders created in there. Use a registry cleaner to get rid of any leftovers in the registry. Reboot. Install SH3. (If UAC enabled, then NOT in program files (x86), if not enabled then default is fine. Only disable UAC if you are 100% sure of your security setup!) Install patch 1.4b Use no-Starforce fix (around here somewhere!) Restart PC Install your supermod of choice and start playing. Don't forget resolution has to be 1024x768 unless you've used the hires fix! Let us know how you get on. __________________

06-29-11, 12:12 PM	#7
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,539 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	Welcome to SubSim Matey....by far the safest and best way is to purchase a recently manufactured disc because they come Starforce free and already patched to 1.4b. I'm unaware of your location but if it happens to be in the UK, this is as good a version as any: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Silent-Hunte.../dp/B000FUCGDY If you purchase it through the Amazon link on this forum Neal our host will receive a small commission which he would appreciate because it helps the upkeep of this great forum. __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!

06-28-11, 08:41 PM	#2
Kelcom Swabbie Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 6 Downloads: 155 Uploads: 0	I have Silenthunter III on my Windows 7 laptop at home. It seems to work fine. So... I don't know if this is any help to you, but I just thought I'd let you know that I does work.

06-28-11, 09:54 PM	#3
frau kaleun Rear Admiral Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Skyri--oh who are we kidding, I'm probably at Lowe's. Again. Posts: 12,706 Downloads: 168 Uploads: 0	I have the game running on Win7 64-bit with no problems, however it's a newer Starforce-free version. From what I've read here, Win7 and Starforce do not get along. The only other tip that seems to be generally agreed on is that you should not install the game inside your Programs folder, which would be the default location. Win7 doesn't like to let anyone (including you, apparently) mess with anything in the Programs directory, which can make modding the game problematic. Turning off UAC completely may alleviate potential problems but for best results most people recommend that you install it somewhere else. If you have one of the older versions with Starforce, it might be best just to spend a few $ and get a newer disc or digital download. The game can be had pretty cheaply, usually for less than $10 (US) depending on where you get it.

06-29-11, 09:29 PM	#8
Fish In The Water Prince of the Sea SUBSIM Welcome Committee Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Watching over U-253 Posts: 3,527 Downloads: 98 Uploads: 2	Welcome Capt. Duck, hope you get the Win7 issue sorted out!