theFightingSeabee Posted February 12, 2009 Author Share Posted February 12, 2009 007 5th, I'll be looking at it. Do you have Vista 64? I know the SetSingleValue function seems a bit buggy. I'll see what I can do. Been very busy lately, so it may take a little while, but I'm anxious to get a version out that works for the most amount of people. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
007_5th Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I have vista, but its the 32 bit version. I'll try uninstalling/reinstalling and see if that does anything. One thing thats strange is when I open it it says "Read-Only this database has been opened read-only. you can only change data in linked tables." Is that how it should be? Also, where do I go within access to "trust" the program? Or is that only for the full version (since I dled the runtime). And would the enabling macros do anything to solve this sort of error, and if so where do I go to change that? The Access runtime is just very barebones so I have no idea how to change settings without any sort of toolbar. I'm really excited to get this working, it looks like a great program. I'm just starting to get into Shock Force and love how mods improve a game (was big into the original CM1s). Thanks again for the help. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lethaface Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 @007 5th, I had that problem at first to, but was able to create a local copy of the database and then it would be ok. Not sure what i did anymore However with the newest version provided by Seabee, this problem didn't show up anymore. However, activating mods doesnt work. Already informed Seabea of this (runtime error). I'm interested if it will work on Vista 32 Bit. Try to create a local copy of the database (save as orsomething I think). Then try to activate a mod and see if it turns up in your Z folder. If it does, my problem is 64bit. If it doesnt, perhaps it's a Vista problem. Ill be home later, perhaps I can find out what I did to avoid the read only thingie. GL 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
007_5th Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 So all I did was copy the file from where it was installed and pasted it on the desktop, now it works fine when I use the file on the desktop! Strange error/way to solve. lol Time to get down and dirty and start downloading some mods to try out. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theFightingSeabee Posted February 13, 2009 Author Share Posted February 13, 2009 007 5th, So is that working for you now? With the runtime version of access, you can't go into the security options. The problem is actually my fault, because access runtime requires me, the programmer, to have my project digitally signed. I'm not too hot on having to pay to do that. It's a pain, but I guess it's because of all the jerkfaces out there who write harmful programs. I will look into why the file has to be on the desktop to work in vista... LethaFace, I've been reading up on vista 64 and there are some differences, although I have yet to put my finger on what exactly it doesn't like about the mod manager. I'm still looking into it. There are so many things it could be. To all, The mod manager really is a small file, but I packaged it into an installer because it relies on references to certain files that must be installed and registered. There's no way for me to know who has what dll files installed, so the installer is supposed to do that for you. Also, I have XP so it's hard for me to get it to work on vista, much less the 64 bit version without being able to test it. I did read something about how the paths are different, so that may actually be one of the problems. If you guys REALLY want it to work, you could download Access 2007 and use it free for 60 days. With the full version, you can see all the code and everything, and you can check if those referenced files are actually the problem. I really didn't want this to happen , but I would really love anyone who actually wants to use my creation to be able to use it. If anyone else knows anything about this, please, let me know. I'll post again when I know more. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theFightingSeabee Posted February 13, 2009 Author Share Posted February 13, 2009 These files are referenced by the mod manager. Make sure you have these files. stdole - 2.0- C:\WINDOWS\System32\stdole2.tlb DAO - 12.0- C:\PROGRA~1\COMMON~1\MICROS~1\OFFICE12\ACEDAO.DLL Scripting - 1.0- C:\WINDOWS\system32\scrrun.dll ADODB - 2.8- C:\Program Files\Common Files\System\ado\msado15.dll As far as it working on the desktop... vista has a different file structure. More on that here... http://www.effisols.com/vista/ We'll figure it out. I just need some more info. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
007_5th Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 My newest issue is that when I attempt to activate a mod it gets a "excecution of this application has stopped due to a run-time error" and crashes These are my paths: "C:\Users\Chris\Desktop\CMSFMods" "C:\Program Files\Battlefront\Combat Mission Shock Force\Data\z" I wish I could tell you more about whats going wrong on my end but honestly I don't really understand the stuff, just like playing CM lol. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saunders1953 Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 Hey SeaBee, just to be clear, version 1.2 hasn't been released yet, correct? (Hope you're feeling better.) 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lethaface Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 @007 5th, Same problem here, so I guess its a Vista problem. @Seebea, I'll try to install access this weekend or next week, ill let you know. Cheers for the help EDIT: The file structure is lil different in 64bit, apart from vista even. All files you mentioned are in the same location; only they are in the x86 program folder. The /windows paths you mentioned are correct also on Vista x64 C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\microsoft shared\OFFICE12\ACEDAO.dll C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\System\ado 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theFightingSeabee Posted February 14, 2009 Author Share Posted February 14, 2009 Saunders1953, I'm feeling much better, but now my girlfriend has it . She's miserable and is now under my care. I've delayed release due to these vista errors, but I assume since it works great on xp, it'll work fine for the other xp users. Maybe I'll just post it and say "for xp only". 007 5th, It seems to have this problem in vista and vista 64. I'm still trying to wrap my head around the problem myself. LethaFace, Thanks. Don't go too much out of your way, it may get a little more complex, but if you do download access 2007, it may help to figure out what the problem is. I really appreciate your help though. I hope we can get this fixed for you, or make a special vista version or something, because I would hate to see all of your troubleshooting go to waste. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saunders1953 Posted February 14, 2009 Share Posted February 14, 2009 Seabee, sorry to hear about the GF. Same thing happens here when one of us gets a bug. Thanks for the information. P.S. I'm XP. :-) 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theFightingSeabee Posted February 14, 2009 Author Share Posted February 14, 2009 OK guys, it looks like vista has some problems copying files without full administrative priviledges. Since you guys are mainly having problems "Activating" the mods (which means copying the mods to the z folder), there may be a solution. Turn off UAC (user account control). This will give you more admin priveledges. Some people have reported that they were not able to copy files without this turned off. Here's how: http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/windows-vista/disable-user-account-control-uac-the-easy-way-on-windows-vista/ Warning!: doing this may result in less security, according to the site. But it's worth a try. You can always go back. Let me know if that works for you guys. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackMoria Posted February 14, 2009 Share Posted February 14, 2009 It seems similar to a Vista issue which another person reported. I'm not sure how or why but if you allow CMSF to be default installed by Vista, certain issues with reading files occurs. If you choose to install CMSF in another location like off the root directory of the hard drive, the reading files issue disappears. It seems the underlying security has a preference for certain folders to 'preserve' (like the Windows folder and Program Files) compared to other folder that a user sets up off the root directory. When the person who experienced the issue (it was certain campaign elements of CMSF not working) reinstalled going off the root directory, the problems disappeared. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theFightingSeabee Posted February 17, 2009 Author Share Posted February 17, 2009 So.... Have you guys tried any of these possible fixes? Do they work for you? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
007_5th Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 Turning off UAC was the last step in solving my problems! It runs perfectly now. Time to go enjoy some mods 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theFightingSeabee Posted February 17, 2009 Author Share Posted February 17, 2009 SWEET! Just for my future tech support questions, what were the steps you went through to get it to work for you??? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
007_5th Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 After installing, cutting the application and pasting it on the desktop. That got rid of the saving path problem. Disabling the UAC was the second step, that solved the application crashing when trying to activate a mod. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theFightingSeabee Posted February 17, 2009 Author Share Posted February 17, 2009 Thanks 007 5th! I'm really glad to hear that. I don't think I'll make a different version for vista, but I'll definitely add a note to all vista users on the steps they may need to take to get it to work for them. I think now is the time to put together the install package for 1.2! Much appreciated. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saunders1953 Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 "I think now is the time to put together the install package for 1.2!" Cool, Seabee! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theFightingSeabee Posted February 22, 2009 Author Share Posted February 22, 2009 UPDATE: Alright. After a few incredibly confusing minor issues, I think version 1.2 is ready for a lucky volunteer. I need someone with 1.1 or 1.0 to test the data importing. This is used to import your 1.0 or 1.1 data so you don't have to redo all of your work! As soon as someone can verify that it works, I'll put it up on cmmods and the repository. Thanks!!! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theFightingSeabee Posted February 24, 2009 Author Share Posted February 24, 2009 Still no volunteers... If no one volunteers by tomorrow night, I'll just release it and be done with it. I was hoping to test it first, but I would like to move on to my next project. 'Oorah! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdstrike Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 If you're still looking for someone, I'll take a look at it. Using 1.1 at the moment. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
007_5th Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I'll give it a run through too and be your vista tester. Have 1.1 as well. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saunders1953 Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 Seabee, I missed your request, or I would have volunteered yesterday. I have 1.11 and could look at it tonight as well. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theFightingSeabee Posted February 25, 2009 Author Share Posted February 25, 2009 Thanks guys. This will help me not put out something that doesn't work right. PM me with your email address and I'll email it to you. If it works, there will be no need to download it from the repository. Thanks again and I'll email it once you give me your email address. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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