11.09.2010, 17:30
Gents;
it was indeed the patching method............d'oh!! I had assumed that the 4.09m patch added any 4.08m requirements also...........apparently not.
For anyone else out there that's having Windows 7 issues, here's what worked for me:
1. A complete uninstall of the offending IL2 (I used Revo Uninstaller just to be sure).
2. Install IL2 as per normal from the DVD. I installed to the Program Files (x86) folder. I had previously tried a Games folder or just an Ubisoft folder so I don't believe the Program FIles (x86) folder is the problem in other cases.
3. Install Patch 4.08m
4. Install Patch 4.09m
5. Run the SECUROM software and update the game as directed.
6. Start game and enjoy.
My only problem now is that the game is STILL looking for the DVD ergo I still need the DVD in the drive. The other problem is that I have to select an Nvidia card in setup as my ATI Radeon if selected gives me black screen everywhere outside the aircraft (which looks bizarre BTW, LOL). I have a Radeon HP 5770 PCIe card which is obviously not on the list in setup, if someone can suggest a Radeon equivalent etc I'd appreciate it.
Thanks to all who responded with suggestions and links it is most appreciated.
it was indeed the patching method............d'oh!! I had assumed that the 4.09m patch added any 4.08m requirements also...........apparently not.
For anyone else out there that's having Windows 7 issues, here's what worked for me:
1. A complete uninstall of the offending IL2 (I used Revo Uninstaller just to be sure).
2. Install IL2 as per normal from the DVD. I installed to the Program Files (x86) folder. I had previously tried a Games folder or just an Ubisoft folder so I don't believe the Program FIles (x86) folder is the problem in other cases.
3. Install Patch 4.08m
4. Install Patch 4.09m
5. Run the SECUROM software and update the game as directed.
6. Start game and enjoy.
My only problem now is that the game is STILL looking for the DVD ergo I still need the DVD in the drive. The other problem is that I have to select an Nvidia card in setup as my ATI Radeon if selected gives me black screen everywhere outside the aircraft (which looks bizarre BTW, LOL). I have a Radeon HP 5770 PCIe card which is obviously not on the list in setup, if someone can suggest a Radeon equivalent etc I'd appreciate it.
Thanks to all who responded with suggestions and links it is most appreciated.