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| − | The install process for Mechwarior: Living Legends (MWLL) is undergoing some rapid changes. To help developers and you, this guide will explain the process for version 0.8.5.
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| − | You may also use the [https://www.reddit.com/r/MWLL/wiki/guides/install reddit guide] that will lead you through the '''installation of MWLL'''.
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| − | '''NOTE:''' This guide will focus on Windows install; for other OS you might try the [[Linux Installation]] and [[Mac Installation]]
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| − | == Minimum System Requirements ==
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| − | * '''CPU:''' Intel Pentium 4 2.8 GHz (3.2 GHz for Vista), Intel Core 2.0 GHz (2.2 GHz for Vista), AMD Athlon 2800+ (3200+ for Vista)
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| − | * '''RAM:''' 1 GB (1.5 GB on Windows Vista)
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| − | * '''Video Card:''' NVIDIA GeForce 6800 GT, ATI Radeon 9800 Pro (Radeon X800 Pro for Vista)
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| − | * '''VRAM:''' 256MB of Graphics Memory
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| − | * '''Storage:''' 10 to 15GB ''(new maps take additional space)''
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| − | * '''Sound Card:''' DirectX 9.0c Compatible
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| − | * '''OS:''' Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or Microsoft Vista (See Also [[Linux Installation]] and [[Mac Installation]])
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| − | * '''DirectX:''' DX9.0c or DX10
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| − | '''Note:''' The [[Actionmapper|Action Mapper]] tool that is used to change keybindings uses '''32-bit''' Java.
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| − | == Preparation ==
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| − | If you had MWLL installed previously, a [[clean install]] is recommended.
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| − | == Download file and Patch ==
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| − | #Go to the official download page at https://clanjadewolf.net/mwll/ and:
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| − | #*Download the 0.8 Installer
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| − | #*Download latest patch (0.8.5)
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| − | '''Note:''' It is recommended to use the torrent when possible, for a faster download and automated error checking. If for some reason you can't use torrent, the mirror can be used.
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| − | == Extract the files ==
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| − | Use 7-zip or a similar utility to extract the files to a temporary location.
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| − | *'''Note:''' Using the built in windows file manager for extraction will result in errors and ultimately will not work.
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| − | == Install the files ==
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| − | #Install 0.8 by running ''MWLL-0.8CE+CW_setup.exe''
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| − | #Patch up to 0.8.5 by running ''MWLL-0.8.x-to-0.8.5_installer.exe''
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| − | == Run for the first time ==
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| − | |style="border-bottom:1px solid #111f2f;"| [[File:Launcher84_350px.png|MWLL Launcher]]
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| − | # Run launcher shortcut from start menu or desktop
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| − | # Agree to UAC dialogue if prompted
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| − | # If asked, Enter your the in game name you would like to use
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| − | # Click Configuration and set options as appropriate for you (64 bit is no longer<sup>0.8.5</sup> set by default)
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| − | # Click Start Mechwarrior Living Legends
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| − | #Select Multiplayer
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| − | #Select Internet Game
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| − | #Fill in details in '''Create Gamespy ID/Account''' dialog
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| − | #*'''Note:''' The email need not be real as it is not verified or used.
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| − | #Continue to login dialogue and Select ''Auto login Account'' to allow skipping of the login dialogue in future.
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| − | == Connecting to a server ==
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| − | *Once in internet Games Tab you will be shown a list of active servers. Double-click a server to connect to it.
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| − | == It's not working! Where can I get help? ==
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| − | If you're having trouble getting the game to install or run, you can check the [[Troubleshooting]] page or join the MWLL [[Discord]] server - ask for help in #tech_support or #mwll_general.
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| − | == What's Next? ==
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| − | If you're new to MWLL, reading the [[MWLL Basics Guide]] will help orient you with the interface and how to play the game.
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| − | Otherwise, join a game in progress and have fun!
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