Arma Info - Manuals, Guides, Server Details Etc

[Benny]

Operation Arrowhead should be patch to the lastest version:

1.59

Get Patches here Updates

Server Details

ARMA II Operation Arrowhead
Public co-op server: 77.108.135.49:2302
Public co-op server: 77.108.135.49:2306
or
cs2.deadmen.co.uk: port number

If it's not responding on .49, try .45

Some handy command line switches, these really do help

-winxp : Use it in Vista/W7 to enable multi-GPU support
-nosplash : Skip splash screens
-world=empty : Doesn't load as much for menu, starts faster
-maxmem=2047 : Allows game engine to use more RAM (2047 is hardcoded maximum atm, anything higher falls back to 2047).
-window : Windowed mode
-noCB : Turns off multicore drawing, slow down rendering but may resolve visual glitches
-cpuCount=X : Change X to a number equal or less than numbers of available cores. (2 seems to have the best results....even on quads!)

To add the variables above, go into Steam, right click and get the game properties. Within that are 'launch options'. Put the variables you want in there....


Teamspeak 3

Have this installed you can find out connection details here
Teamspeak 3 details

Digital Compass

Also installation of the addon Digital Compass will help so have a look at it.

http://www.deadmen.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?31495-Addon-Digital-compass

For more information and hints and tips check out the following.

Arma Info and Guides.


Everything you could want...the forums over there are really active and well worth a look!

http://forums.bistudio.com/showthread.php?t=79628


Also lots more info below enjoy

[A Twig]

If you really want to geek it up as a sniper:
http://www.shooterready.com/mildot.html

[delankster]

Now if you try to play ARMA 2 like COD or something similar you will die. Very quickly.
Instead, you should approach the game in a slightly more realistic way. Hereââ,¬â,,¢s a few pointers:

1. As with all games adopted by dMw, Teamwork is a must. You need to follow your squad leaders commands, work together with your squad members, and you will be fine. Well fine-ish

2. Learn how to play before going online. First i would start with the boot camp to familiarise yourself with the controls and the map interface. Then try messing around in the Armory with all the different peices of kit, especially personal weapons. Learn how to shoot assault rifles through iron sights and reflex sights. Also learn how to snipe (its a bit harder than in COD) and use AT weapons to knock out vehicles at 300m. Once this is done, your'll find it easiler contibute to the missions online.

3. You are not God. It takes a single bullet to kill you. ââ,¬Å"headshot kill in COD!ââ,¬Â I hear you say. In ARMA 2, one shot to a vital organ and you are on the ground, bleeding. A round in the head or lungs, and you can kiss the idea of completing a mission goodbye.

4. Guns are not your friends. In other games, bullets fly exactly where you want them to. In ARMA, bullets act like real bullets. Expect them to drop slightly when fired and at long range and to be affected by the wind.

5. Be smart. If your hid behind a wall and thinking of running towards a haystack, think about what you are doing. If there is a MG spraying the wall above you, donââ,¬â,,¢t stand up.

6. Use Teamspeak. Anyone who has played with ARMA's in-game comms will tell you it can get a bit choppy at the best of times. Details below

7. Lean!!! If your in cover, use the lean keys. Rather than sticking your entire body out, just put your gun out

8. Enjoy. Have fun, above all else it is the reason we all play.

hope to see you on the server soon. Details below

If you have any problems or questions, contact me or anyone of the Admins


Server Details and Connection Info  thx Benny

We are currently running one co-op server with no required add-ons but patched to 1.07

Please remember that we treat this game like any other we support. We don't play for points, frags or bragging rights (much), it's about enjoying the games and playing them the way they are supposed to be played. If you are new, welcome to dMw, if you aren't you already know how to play the 'right' way, so come on in and enjoy!!

In game comms are essentially MANDATORY for this game. Please check below for details.

Server Details
Public co-op server - 77.108.135.49:2302

Additional Setups[/U] thx Boon

Some handy command line switches:

-winxp : Use it in Vista/W7 to enable multi-GPU support
-nosplash : Skip splash screens
-world=empty : Doesn't load as much for menu, starts faster
-maxmem=2047 : Allows game engine to use more RAM (2047 is hardcoded maximum atm, anything higher falls back to 2047).
-window : Windowed mode
-noCB : Turns off multicore drawing, slow down rendering but may resolve visual glitches
-cpuCount=X : Change X to a number equal or less than numbers of available cores. (2 seems to have the best results....even on quads!)

To add the variables above, go into Steam, right click and get the game properties. Within that are 'launch options'. Put the variables you want in there....

Digital Compass

Also installation of the addon Digital Compass will help so have a look at it.

http://www.deadmen.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?31495-Addon-Digital-compass

InGame Comms[/U]
The current in game comms are generally acceptable for small numbers, however we encourage all players to connect to our Teamspeak 3 server where there is an Arma2 room set up.
Details Here


Uberguide - Everyone should read this!
Insanely detailed, I'd reccomend this for newbies and Arma vets alike:

http://ttp2.dslyecxi.com/basic_rifleman.html

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For more information and check out the links below

Arma Info - Manuals, Guides, Server Details Etc
Everything you could want...the forums over there are really active and well worth a look!

BI Studios Forums


If you really want to geek it up as a sniper
Sniper Info

[Gone_Away]

Guys, how can I set the mouse sensitivity.. I can't aim worth a darn the way it's configured out of the box.

[BrotherTobious]

It should be under controls.  

options > controls > mouse settings

[Gone_Away]

I'm a n00b!

[Penfold]

Make sure you turn off headbob as well !

[Tutonic]

Insanely detailed, I'd reccomend this for newbies and Arma vets alike:

http://ttp2.dslyecxi.com/basic_rifleman.html

[sulky_uk]

sticky plz

[Sn00ks]

I've created one and it's on its way in the post.

[BrotherTobious]

Operation Arrowhead should be patch to the lastest version:

1.59

Get Patches here Updates

Server Details

ARMA II Operation Arrowhead
Public co-op server: 77.108.135.49:2302
Public co-op server: 77.108.135.49:2306
or
cs2.deadmen.co.uk: port number

If it's not responding on .49, try .45

Some handy command line switches, these really do help

-winxp : Use it in Vista/W7 to enable multi-GPU support
-nosplash : Skip splash screens
-world=empty : Doesn't load as much for menu, starts faster
-maxmem=2047 : Allows game engine to use more RAM (2047 is hardcoded maximum atm, anything higher falls back to 2047).
-window : Windowed mode
-noCB : Turns off multicore drawing, slow down rendering but may resolve visual glitches
-cpuCount=X : Change X to a number equal or less than numbers of available cores. (2 seems to have the best results....even on quads!)

To add the variables above, go into Steam, right click and get the game properties. Within that are 'launch options'. Put the variables you want in there....


Teamspeak 3

Have this installed you can find out connection details here
Teamspeak 3 details

Digital Compass

Also installation of the addon Digital Compass will help so have a look at it.

http://www.deadmen.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?31495-Addon-Digital-compass

For more information and hints and tips check out the following.

Arma Info and Guides.

[smilodon]

http://www.armatechsquad.com/ArmA2Class/indexOA.php

Picture gallery of just about everything that appears in OA, down to road signs and wildlife. Includes some basic info on each item. Good for working out the difference between a BRDM and a Ural and a whatever.

[Osku]

(oops double post)

[Osku]

Hi guys, if your game nights are still open for public I'd like to join up sometime. Few questions; what are your meeting times, what addons are required/allowed - only Arrowhead, no DLCs? what about soundmods like J.S.R.S? I have played with you few times on the server before release of Arrowhead expansion. TS3 I already have set up.

[Benny]

Osku, as a forum member you are welcome on the private nights too, generally Sundays and Tuesdays from around 8pm GMT. See you online (people are on most nights!)