ArmA II launcher by alpinestars

[CptArmA2 10]

Windows 2003 Sp2 x32

It's a server OS, I do not know if there are any limitations. I only tested it on XP, Vista x86 + x64, Win 7 x86 + x64. Can anybody confirm this error?

Thx,

alpinestars

[genadeus 10]

CptArmA2,

I've found the reason of such crash. It's caused by DEP.

By default on servers this service is active for all applications. On XP and other it's switched on for some services only. The problem is that adding "ArmA II Launcher.exe", "gslist.exe" and "qstat.exe" to exclusion list don't fix anything. It's still crashes. Only turning DEP on "for essential application" mode has a sence.

So, what else services are used by "ArmA II Launcher.exe"?

Maybe adding them to exclusions will fix the problem.

Thanks!

[CptArmA2 10]

CptArmA2,

So, what else services are used by "ArmA II Launcher.exe"?

Maybe adding them to exclusions will fix the problem.

Thanks!

- Runtime environment of autohotkey

- gslist.exe

- qstat.exe

[Lonestar 11]

I noticed that if you try to join a local dedicated server on your computer (arma2server.exe), you get stuck on a black screen with the message "Waiting for host".

If i try to join the server via the "Join game" button i have this problem, but if i click on the "Launch ArmA 2" button and then select the server in the multiplayer menu it works fine.

Can anybody confirm ? I don't know what's causing this but I thought i'd let you know.

More info: the local ds is passworded and i'm using addons

@CptArmA2: you should update the first post.

Edited April 18, 2010 by Lonestar

[SnR 1]

Trying to run the latest beta through the launcher with no luck.

Selecting the beta exe, even adding -mod=beta to the parameter :(

[CptArmA2 10]

Trying to run the latest beta through the launcher with no luck.

Selecting the beta exe, even adding -mod=beta to the parameter :(

Just select the mod "beta", do NOT select manually another *.exe.

[Zomba 10]

Just select the mod "beta", do NOT select manually another *.exe.

Just to make sure I'm crystal on this. To run the Arma beta all you have to do is select the 'beta' folder that is recognised in the mod list? Launcher will automatically run the beta.exe in the right folder and so on?

Cheers.

[AnimalMother92 10]

Yes, just tick the "beta" mod box.

[SnR 1]

Thanks guys

[[general nuisance] 0]

I've just downloaded it and had a look at the settings. I'm very impressed, it's the best one I've tried so far. Intuitive, compact and a facile progrmame to use :). I shall be recommending this programme to others. Thank you and très bien!

[svo 10]

I noticed that if you try to join a local dedicated server on your computer (arma2server.exe), you get stuck on a black screen with the message "Waiting for host".

If i try to join the server via the "Join game" button i have this problem, but if i click on the "Launch ArmA 2" button and then select the server in the multiplayer menu it works fine.

Can anybody confirm ? I don't know what's causing this but I thought i'd let you know.

More info: the local ds is passworded and i'm using addons

@CptArmA2: you should update the first post.

I have the same thing happen when trying to join a friends server. I think about 4 out of 6 of us have to go through MP tab just as you do. Joining servers such as ArmAcalypse I haven't had any issues.

[AnimalMother92 10]

Hey CptArmA2, it would be great if you could add in support to the launcher menu for the new startup parameter that was added in the last beta. :)

See: http://forums.bistudio.com/showthread.php?t=98906

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Edited June 8, 2010 by AnimalMother92
new threading options

[luap 10]

CptArmA2,

Great launcher helps tons !

I understand Add Supported but a little heads up to the community on the pop ups and pop unders would be nice.

Thanks

[AnimalMother92 10]

what ads? :confused:

[CptArmA2 10]

"Add Supported"??? Do you mean the webpage? It is a free hoster and I am not responsible for these adds.

alpinestars

[Emualynk 10]

I'm having a little problem with the launcher, it doesn't seem to detect that i have the track ir sofware installed and the option stay gray.

Anyone knows a workaround for this?

[CptArmA2 10]

I'm having a little problem with the launcher, it doesn't seem to detect that i have the track ir sofware installed and the option stay gray.

Anyone knows a workaround for this?

Which TrackIR version do you use?

[Devil Dogs SF 13]

Would mods loaded first (ie: ACE) actually go at the bottom instead of the top of the load order?

[Emualynk 10]

Which TrackIR version do you use?

Last one, TrackIR 5 and software is up to date.

[CptArmA2 10]

Would mods loaded first (ie: ACE) actually go at the bottom instead of the top of the load order?

First? You mean with highest priority? Why put them to the botton?

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Last one, TrackIR 5 and software is up to date.

I do not own TrackIR but I will try to install the latest version and check the behaviour. It might be possible that they changed their registry keys :confused:

[Devil Dogs SF 13]

I read way back in the thread that mods like ACE and Caa1 would go at the bottom instead of the top, that's wrong....Isn't it?:(

[CptArmA2 10]

I read way back in the thread that mods like ACE and Caa1 would go at the bottom instead of the top, that's wrong....Isn't it?:(

You are able to choose the priority (high prio = top, low prio = bottom) of each mod in "Mods" tab. New detected mods are always at the end (bottom) of the list mod in "Mods" tab. The mod list on 1st tab ("Start") is in alphabetical order!

Thx,

alpinestars

[lao fei mao 21]

I have been always using the launcher, which is very convenient. But I hope the size of interface could be changed by my mouse, just like the Explorer.

[CptArmA2 10]

Last one, TrackIR 5 and software is up to date.

I downloaded "TrackIR_5.0.Final.b.exe", installed it with default settings --> ArmA II launcher detects it!

Maybe you did an update from an earlier version? Can you please reinstall it? BTW: Tested under Vista (If needed I can give it a try tomorrow on Win 7)

Thx,

alpinestars

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I have been always using the launcher, which is very convenient. But I hope the size of interface could be changed by my mouse, just like the Explorer.

Due to the limitations of the chosen programming language ("autohotkey") it is nearly impossible for me to offer such a feature.

Where do you need more space?

Thx,

alpinestars

[lao fei mao 21]

Due to the limitations of the chosen programming language ("autohotkey") it is nearly impossible for me to offer such a feature.

Where do you need more space?

Thx,

alpinestars

---------I hope you could enlarge the addons list space, which is a little narrow for me, beacuse I'd like categorize all kinds of addons in ArmA 2 folder, such as: Units\USA\@TF86_Naval_Seals.... Islands\ArmA2\@Panthera

Weapons\Rifles\@RobertHammer....so the syntax is not short, part of them cannot be shown, also if the addons list space could be freely adjusted, that would be fine. If can't, I just hope you could give a larger one in the next update.

Anyway, very appreciate this great tool.