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First, read the manual ! (ok, ok, you've done that already *g*)
I think Jane's did quite a good job with it. It
conatins a lot of valueable information about the sub's systems and how you use them.
If your game fails to start make sure you have enough hard disk space free (>100 MB)
Also verify that you are using the correct drivers for your system, there may be updates
for your display drivers on the manufacturer's web page.
Sometimes 688 has problems with the accelerated hardware functions some cards offer. If
you have problems you should try to disable hardware acceleration.
There have been reports about problems with Soundblaster boards in full duplex mode. Check Janes/EAs Support for details.
In some cases the installation of DirectX V5.0 has solved a problem.. but has created
problems on other systems.
A 'Graphics failed to load' error on loading a
multi-player game normally occurs if you don't have the mission that was selected by the
host. Either you put it in the wrong folder (should be in the scenario folder on all PCs)
or you have a different version of that file or you simply don't have that file at all. So
agree on a mission everybody has in his scenario folder before you start the match.
For information how to set up a multi player game
take a look at the online guide.
If your system crashes when you access the TCP setting make sure you are connected to your
ISP before accessing that screen. Also you should shut down any programs that use TCPIP.
Although it may work in some cases those seem to cause trouble sometimes.
If you have trouble connecting using AOL try to connect to the i-net without the
AOL interface. Just setup win95 dial in with your AOL number and user information.
Also make sure that if you're behind a firewall (personal or ISP) that it is configured
to allow communication on the ports 688 uses (1791).
The Server Address should be the ip of the host (you can get this info from ICQ). The
broadcast address is usually set to 0.0.0.0 and the port is set to 0 (although 1791 works
as well)
You should also cease typing when the host loads the mission (This may take a minute or
two in game with 8 players).
If you still have problems take a look at EA's
tech support for 688i.
