[SAVVY_JACK]

Hello guys.....again!

I installed my Box DVD IL-2 1946. Downloaded 4.08m and 4.09m. I have not tried to play the game yet, don't even have my joystick and peds connected yet. I am looking to download Mod packs that give me optimum PTO flying. Starting at Pearl, Doolittle Raid, Midway and working my way all the way to Japan. My main interests are the F4U and "The Slot". There is a vast amount of information here and I would rather not bog down my computer with unwanted files.

Kindest Regards,
SJ

[Planemad]

First download 4.09M Skins as well, you get some nice default skins.

You could upgrade to 4.101 and get HSFX 5.0 or Stay at 4.09 and get UP 2.01

They both contain what you want.

Planemad

[SAVVY_JACK]

First download 4.09M Skins as well, you get some nice default skins.

You could upgrade to 4.101 and get HSFX 5.0 or Stay at 4.09 and get UP 2.01

They both contain what you want.

Planemad

Thanks Planemad!!

I am at stage 4 of the downloading sequence in the newbie tech help forum. Not sure which download I want/need.

4)... Mod Pack Installation The next stage is the installation of the mod pack of your choice. Each one of these mod packs has more mods and features than you could explore over a long time.

CAUTION: Different Major Mod Packs generally can not be mixed and matched.

Here is a list of most of the major mod packs and add-ons...


1) HistoMod 4.0
For All Users: Getting your game Running with HistoMod
viewtopic.php?f=171&t=31262

A popular mod pack with high quality. The HistoMod team features quality over size, but they keep adding content all the time.

You can't go wrong with HistoMod!





2) HSFX 5.0 is the lastest mod pack hosted and organized by the 242nd Squadron and much content is provided by modders.

This mod pack includes previous content plus much new stuff. They are meticulous about details, such as FMs (flight models).

See our topic here to get you started:
viewtopic.php?f=106&t=31515&p=350860#p350860


HSFX 4.1 and consecutive add-ons...
(HSFX 4.1 is included in HSFX 5.0 above and 4.1 is replaced by HSFX 5.0 ... Follow link to HSFX 5.0 forum above here)
For All Users: Getting your game Running with HSFX 4.1
viewtopic.php?f=106&t=25515

HSFX 4.1 combined the mods of the Unified Installer 1.1, 1.2, and beta 1.2.5 of All Aircraft Arcade website (no longer exists), HSFX of the 242nd squad, and some content of modders from Special Aircraft Service, UltraPack, and individuals. This includes mod aircraft, sounds, maps, and so forth - really a lot of mod work. There are many maps that come with this mod pack.

HSFX 4.1 is a simplified but large mod pack with many of the popular mods. Add-on after this will add some content, such as the HSFX 4.11

The HSFX comes with the JSGME Mods Enabler which allows the user to see the mods which are available, clearly in view in the switcher interface. The user can switch those mods ON or OFF, as well as add most mods quite easily to the Mods Enabler. Mods added to the JSGME Mods Enabler will also be clearly displayed in the interface.

CAUTION:There are a few mods which need to be installed outside any switcher, so be sure to look at the instructions, READ-ME files, and get support. This might be true for any mod pack.

In my opinion the advantage of this mod pack is that you start with a fairly large collection of popular mods and you can add some other ones that you want to try without having to manage the total number of mods, many of which you might not use. It's a simple, large mod pack.



3) UltraPack 2.0 and consecutive add-ons...
viewforum.php?f=71
Where can I download Ultra Pack 2.0 + 2.1
viewtopic.php?f=71&t=27529

UltraPack adds their favorite mods and you get the HSFX, too. This is a stunning amount of mods. If size matters, then this might be the one for you. With UltraPack 2.1 and later packs, you get their switcher, which allows you to manage mods with an easy to read interface. If you are serious and dedicated to mods, this could be your best choice.


4) SAS - Special Aircraft Service skin packs and other mods...
viewforum.php?f=84
IL-2 1946 4.09 SAS Custom Install Modding Guide
viewtopic.php?f=84&t=27664

The big advantage of the SAS system, as far as I see, is that you can totally customize the collection of mods. You can add only the ones that you want to try. For guys who are interested in certain planes, maps, and mods, then this could very well be your best choice.


5) MegaPack - UltraPack leaders threw every mod that they could into this. This is for the IL-2 mod fanatic who wants the biggest mod pack. Look in the UltraPack website download section for this one.

6) FusionPack
A mod pack which can be installed into any stock IL-2 4.07m or higher is here. Keep copies of your previous mods that you want, because any mod pack can overwrite some of the things which you have installed. Read the instructions and info sections...
http://fusionpack.net/

FusionPack just might be the simpliest mod pack of all to get and install for some people. The guys at the FP website chose what they feel are the best mods and made this mod pack super easy to install. For the IL-2 fan who wants an easy mod pack installation with little hassle later, then I feel good about recommending this.

Support for any individual mod that you wish to install into the FusionPack can be requested at their website. They will be able to help you at their website with most mods, but no one can guarantee that a specific mod will be compatible with a certain mod pack unless it has been tested with it.


All of these have been used by many people and I feel that you could enjoy any one of them.

[SAVVY_JACK]

Ok, decided to go 4.101. Downloading 4.10 and 4.101 now. I have yet to open anything other than the 4.09m. I have yet to start the game. Still reading!

I did read where someone said that The Slot map was in 4.10. I'll deal with that one for now.

[Fireskull]

Ok, decided to go 4.101. Downloading 4.10 and 4.101 now. I have yet to open anything other than the 4.09m. I have yet to start the game. Still reading!

I did read where someone said that The Slot map was in 4.10. I'll deal with that one for now.

SAVVY_JACK,

Since you want to budget your disk drive space, that seems logical. Yes, The Slot map is in 4.10 and 4.101

A person really should test IL-2 after each patch to be sure all is well - an important suggestion, really.

We will soon have a Generic Mods Activator here which will allow you to add individual maps, aircraft, and other mods to your 4.101 version. This will let you collect specific mods to keep the size of IL-2 manageable for you.

I made revisions to my IL-2 Newbie Guide which should interest you...
viewtopic.php?f=29&t=29314&p=332140#p332140
(See especially the mod pack install section)


Fireskull

[SAVVY_JACK]

Looks great. I'll keep reading because its not really that simple. I was going to download the HSFX5.0 but all I saw was the Torrent download link...have no idea what that means...lol

[Fireskull]

Looks great. I'll keep reading because its not really that simple. I was going to download the HSFX5.0 but all I saw was the Torrent download link...have no idea what that means...lol

Hi,

The torrent system is usually faster and is more reliable for getting clean files. You will need a torrent manager such as Utorrent or other major one to handle the file.

Wikipedia torrent:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torrent_file


I have gotten download speeds from 10k to 1.5 MB per second. It depends on the slowest internet connection in the relationship of seeds to peers.


Fireskull

[skyomish]

uTorrent:
http://download.cnet.com/1770-20_4-0.ht ... %3DWindows

[RadPig94]

first of all, how big is your harddrive and how much space is left? also RAM is important for this game, how much ram?

[Fireskull]

uTorrent:
http://download.cnet.com/1770-20_4-0.ht ... %3DWindows

Hi, Skyomish


I would go with http://utorrent.com

Getting it from the main website is safe.



Fireskull

[VFS-214_Hawk]

first of all, how big is your harddrive and how much space is left? also RAM is important for this game, how much ram?

This is Savvy_Jack

Dont worry, my computer is old. I do have and F drive that is empty. I was going to put the game there but forgot. Thats where I use to have it.

[VFS-214_Hawk]

Turrent downloaded and files found. I read and figure out what to do with them ;-)

[skyomish]

uTorrent:
http://download.cnet.com/1770-20_4-0.ht ... %3DWindows

Hi, Skyomish


I would go with http://utorrent.com

Getting it from the main website is safe.



Fireskull

FYI.
I have used CNET.COM for over 12 years and NEVER had a problem
with any download from there.
In fact that is where I downloaded my uTorrent in oder to get HSFX5.0

Worked like a dream

[VFS-214_Hawk]

wow, big file....looks like it will be done in the morning!

[VFS-214_Hawk]

DONE! I'm in!!!!

Now for a few map mods!

Hawaii??? I saw one somewhere with a realistic setting!