Meridian 59 User's Guide
Getting Started
Magical and ever-changing, Meridian 59 is readily accessible to those adventurous souls who mark well the path described below. This chapter leads you through the process of installing the game software on your computer, getting on-line, and entering Meridian 59's world of adventure.
Hardware Requirements
Entrance to Meridian 59 is granted to new citizens who possess the following minimum computer configuration:
- An IBM-PC compatible computer with a 486SX/66 Mhz or faster microprocessor
- Windows 95 or Windows NT 3.51 or later
- 8 megabytes of RAM
- A hard disk with 35 megabytes of free space
- A 14,400-baud modem with SLIP/PPP Internet access or better
- A video display system capable of showing at least 256 colors
- CD-ROM drive
- A 75 MHz Pentium or faster microprocessor
- 16 megabytes of RAM
- A 28,800-baud modem
- A SoundBlaster 16-compatible sound card, or better
Installing Meridian 59
The complete installation procedure for Meridian 59 is described in the Installation Instructions.Before you begin, registration to play Meridian 59 requires that you are 18 years old and that you provide a valid VISA or Mastercard, in your own name. Your Meridian 59 and ISP (Internet Service Provider) charges will be billed to this credit card number.
If you have any problems at any time during the installation process, please call 3DO Customer Service at 415/261-3454. Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm Pacific Standard Time. Or, you may send us e-mail at Meridian59-Support@3do.com.
For more information on contacting us, see How to Reach Us.
Be sure to write down you account name, password, and server number as soon as you receive them. These are your keys to the Meridian kingdom.
About Your Server
To accommodate all the people who want to spend time in Meridian 59, 3DO has multiple servers running the game at any given time. As the environment expands, we add new servers to make room for new citizens. Each server runs an identical version of Meridian 59, and can accommodate several thousand citizens.The first time you log on, you are assigned to a specific server. The people who are assigned to the same server as you become your Meridian 59 community. You cannot send Meridian Mail to people assigned to other servers, nor will you see them on the streets and paths of Meridian 59. If you feel the need to change your server assignment, please contact Customer Service.
