Moving IL2 to a new drive
 

My C drive was getting full, so I installed another drive. I then moved the entire IL2 folder to this new drive. I now have IL2 in E:\Program Files\Ubisoft\IL-2 Sturmovik 1946. But, I can't get it to load, now. All that happens is the first screen comes up, stays there for a few seconds, and then closes.

What have I done wrong?

binky9

Moved as in copy/paste? Because in order for that to work I'd imagine you would have to do some registry editing.

The easiest way would be to reinstall the game to a different folder. E.g. E:\Games\IL-2 Sturmovik 1946

(Before you do so, it's recommendable to backup and then uninstall your current IL2-Installation.)

After the new installation copy your complete IL2-Folder into the above folder, including all subfolders. Then your registry links point to the right folders and it should work again.

I right clicked on the IL2 folder, and tapped "move to".

binky9

I can copy and paste the folder wherever I like and every copy works, but I am using the-patch-that-must-not-be-named since my disc gave up.

Well, that's not really an advertise-able solution ;)

You can copy your entire IL2 directory anywhere you like. No registry editing required. You might have to make a new il2fb.exe shortcut that points to your new location. No modding/hacking required.

Cloyd

A new il2fb.exe shortcut sounds like the simplest path. How do I go about making a new one?

binky9

I will move it to recycle bin

I confirm that. If the installaion is OK, you need to do no reg editing or anythig like that.

I'm downloading a new copy, now. It's only $10, and will only need to be patched, once the download is complete. Starting from square one wasn't what I planned on, but it looks like the cleanest way.

Thanks, everyone for your help and advice.

binky9

ps I may ask sometime how to add the HE-219 from SAS.

The answer to such a question will only be answered in forums that cover mods not included in Team Daidalos patches.

I really didn't ask a question, but I also had no intention of ruffling feathers. Sorry for the indecretion.

binky9