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===========================================================================
ICEWIND DALE (tm)
Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Document
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Version 1.00 - June 30, 2000
CONTENTS
1. Installation Problems
2. Graphics Problems
3. Sound Problems
4. Gameplay Problems
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1. INSTALLATION PROBLEMS
Q: ERROR CODE -117: During the installation of Icewind Dale, I receive an
error message from the installer with an error code of -117, saying a file
could not be copied. What can I do?
A: This error is an InstallShield error that indicates a file could not
be decompressed or read from the CD-ROM. Check the bottom of the Install
disc (disc 1) for scratches, dust, dirt, or fingerprints. Cleaning the
bottom of the disc with a lint-free cloth may help. If you are still
unable to install the game, please return your copy for another one.
Q: ILLEGAL OPERATION DURING INSTALL: During the installation of Icewind
Dale, I receive an Illegal Operation crash in the installation. What can
I do?
A: This error appears to be caused by bad disc media. Check the bottom
of the disc for scratches, dust, dirt, or fingerprints. If any are found,
try cleaning the bottom of the disc with a lint-free cloth.
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2. GRAPHICS PROBLEMS
Q: 3D MODE: I am having graphic glitches and problems with the 3D
OpenGL mode. What can I do?
A: Icewind Dale does not officially support the use of the 3D feature,
primarily due to insufficient Quality Assurance testing time. If you are
experiencing problems, we highly recommend running GLSetup, which can be
found on the Install disc (disc 1) on the US Version of Icewind Dale.
GLSetup is also an unsupported program, but is very helpful for assuring
that you have the latest and greatest OpenGL drivers for your system. If
you are using a 3dfx Voodoo card, make sure you have selected "Miniport
GL" in the Icewind Dale Config program. This program can be ran from your
Start Menu: Programs->Black Isle->Icewind Dale->Icewind Dale Config.
Q: 3D MODE, MOVIES FLICKER: I am seeing flickering while playing movies
in 3D mode. What can I do?
A: Icewind Dale does not officially support the 3D mode at this time. We
are attempting to remedy this problem in a future patch, but currently
there is not a workaround, other than making sure you have the latest
OpenGL drivers for your video card.
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3. SOUND PROBLEMS
Q: AWE64 CRASH AT START: I have a Soundblaster AWE64 sound card, and
when I start the game, the game crashes. What's wrong?
A: There appears to be some driver issues with the AWE64 sound
card. First, make sure you have the latest drivers from Creative Labs.
You can find them at: http://www.soundblaster.com. Next, make sure DirectX 7
is installed by pressing the "Install DirectX" button on the Autorun menu
when you put the CD-ROM in your disc drive, or by running it via the
DirectX folder found on the Install disc (disc 1). If you are still
having problems, some of our users have found that lowering or disabling
the Hardware Sound Acceleration Level in the DirectX Diagnostic Tool
(typically found in C:\Program Files\DirectX\SETUP) will fix issues with
the game.
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4. GAMEPLAY PROBLEMS
Q: THAC0: How come my THAC0 is not being modified by Strength bonuses,
proficiency bonuses, or other bonuses?
A: The THAC0 displayed on the Character Record screen is the character's
Base THAC0, based off the level of the character. We have plans to adjust
this in an upcoming patch.
Q: CHEATS: How come I can't bring up the cheat Console window?
A: Version 1.0 of Icewind Dale does not contain a method for cheating
using the Console window. We will be making this feature available
shortly in a patch.
Q: DEMAND FOR WED FILE CRASH: Sometimes while playing Icewind Dale, I
receive a dialog box that says, "An assertion failed in Infinity.cpp at
line number 1763. Programmer says: Demand for WED file failed." What can
I do to prevent this?
A: We are currently looking in to this problem. One workaround is to
increase your cache size from 100MB to 150MB or more if you have the space
to spare. This can be done in the Icewind Dale Config program, which can
found in your Start Menu: Programs->Black Isle->Icewind Dale. We also
suggest deleting your "cache", "temp", and "tempsave" folders in your game
directory after this error occurs.