Possible solution for OFP 1.46 server crashes

[suma 8]

After investigation of the crash files we found one situation that could lead to crash. When 1.45 and 1.46 version operate together and some update about Hind is transferred, it contains different number of cargo positions in 1.45 and 1.46. This can cause data being misinterpreted and can lead to crash.

Until we provide a fix, please use some of possible workarounds:

Do not use missions that contain Hind helicopter.

or

Tell all players connecting to the server to upgrade to 1.46.

Forcing all player to upgrade to 1.46 may be impossible for server admins to guarantee, but temporarily removing Hinds should be possible.

Note: Popular "Dynamic range" sound replacement can make you use Hind settings from 1.45 even when you have 1.46. Be carefull when using this config replacement.

[suma 8]

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We have now quite detailed information when can this dedicated server crash happen:

Dedicated server will crash when you are taking weapon from some vehicle that is local on your computer. This is specifically any vehicle that is or was driver by you or by AI units from your group. It can happen only when taking weapon, not when taking ammo.

Following situations will never crash:

- Taking weapon from ammo crates.

- Taking weapon from vehicle occupied by AI unit belonging to AI only group.

- Taking ammo from any vehicle or ammo crate.

Possible workarounds for server admins are:

- Do not insert weapons into vehicles that could be driven by player, especially not into the empty vehicles, unless they are locked.

or

- Remove vehicles containing weapons.

or

- If you use vehicles with weapons, be sure to insert driver from AI group.

[suma 8]

There is 1.49 server beta available since yesterday. First tests show this version is stable and does not have any severe lag problem that could be seen in previous beta versions (1.47-1.48). If server crashes are critical for you, consider downloading this version from our FTP site.

See also Dedicated server 1.49 - beta topic.

Remmember: this version is still beta and it may contain some bugs. You can check other users experiences with this version in 1.49 beta feedback topic.