Armed Assault Frequently Asked Questions

**Strag** · 12-14-2006, 10:18 AM

What is Armed Assault?
In short, Armed Assault is a combat simulator based on Operation Flashpoint. If you want a realistic, open-ended, combined arms combat game set in a huge world, then Armed Assault is definitely worth a try. Visit the official website to get the full scoop.

What are the System Requirements?
Minimum Specification:

CPU: 2 GHz
RAM: 512 MB
Nvidia Geforce FX with 128 MB RAM & Pixel Shader 2.0, ATI Radeon 9500 with 128 MB of RAM & Pixel Shader 2.0
Software: Windows XP or Windows 2000 and DirectX 9

Recommended Specification:

CPU: 3 GHz
RAM: 1 GB
Video Card: Nvidia 6800 and above or ATI x800 and above with at least 256 MB RAM
Free HD Space: 3 GB (or more as needed for downloadable addons)
Software: Windows XP and DirectX 9

How Can I Get Connected to the Tactical Gamer Servers?
Information for our Armed Assault servers is available here. Our Public server is protected by a password, which you'll find available in that same thread. We encourage you to join our Public server when the password is in place, but since you'll have to visit these forums to obtain it we'll also expect that you're familiar with our rules and procedures (see Standard Operating Procedures below).

Normally when we have the password in place it's to ensure high quality games, but sometimes we may host special closed events or team practices.

What are the Standard Operating Procedures?
We have some Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Armed Assault that we'd like to have players on our server know and try to utilize during game play. They exist to make our Armed Assault games together better, so please become familiar with them. Extending these SOPs, as well as adding new ones, will happen if/as needed as we all get more involved with the game. Please feel free to offer input and suggestions.

Other Frequently Asked Questions
Other questions that have come up regarding Armed Assault:

What are the Client Commands? (More information available here and here.)
What are some good graphics tweaks?
Where can I find/ask for help with missions?
How does (re)spawning work?
Are there official discussion forums for ArmA?

**Grunt 70** · 12-15-2006, 10:39 AM

Q. If I download the Czech or German version will I need to buy another copy when it's released in the United States?

A. No. All versions will be compatible with each other when the U.S. version comes out.

This comes from a post Faultline put up asking the same exact question.

**Strag** · 01-02-2007, 01:40 PM

Q:

Quote:

Originally Posted by tHa_KhAn

...when I press M to bring up the map it comes up fast however, if I press M again to go back, it takes a little while to go back even see a little loading bar at the top left.

A:

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheBigC

If you are all in motion, do not use the map. Use the "esc" key, that brings up a minimap which is completly zoomable and does not take any time to load or close. Plus you can still see what is going on in front of you, which is extremely important when flying.

**Strag** · 03-03-2007, 01:19 PM

Q: How do I use the GPS map introduced with the v1.05 patch?

A: RIGHT-Ctrl+M (these are the default keys) will bring up the GPS map when it is available to the player.

**dawolf** · 05-15-2007, 04:48 AM

Q: How can I order a squad member to watch a specific direction?

A: Select the soldier(s) you want to give the order to then hold ALT (free-look) and point-click the direction you need to have covered.

Dillon · 08-16-2007, 02:53 PM

Sorry for the noob question, but how do you check frame rate?

**Grunt 70** · 08-16-2007, 04:16 PM

Hi Dillon. Welcome to TG...I don't think there is an ingame tool that measures frame rate. Most folks use FRAPS I belive to do that. I chose not to as I'm squeezing as many FPS as possible as I can. This is a demanding title on hardware and Fraps can use up substantial resources.

C'mon to our server and play some Arma with us. Just read the sop's and server rules before you do and get ready for fun.

curtagain · 08-25-2007, 11:00 AM

Dillon,There is a handy freeware called Teamspeak Overlay. It's easily downloaded and is a beta but it works fine for me and it allows you to see who exactly is speaking in your channel while in game. FPS is also visible in game by default with TSO.

vanity11 · 08-27-2007, 10:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by curtagain

Dillon,There is a handy freeware called Teamspeak Overlay. It's easily downloaded and is a beta but it works fine for me and it allows you to see who exactly is speaking in your channel while in game. FPS is also visible in game by default with TSO.

I just got this today. I HIGHLY recommend it.

It also has a FPS display and a <i>clock</i>. I'm always getting lost in how long I've played so it's nice to have a clock right there.

http://www.teamspeakoverlay.com/

Hymes · 08-29-2007, 07:29 PM

Q: Will BI release ArmA Reloaded with the AH-64A/D & OH-58D? I'm also looking for an C-130E, AC-130, CV-22B, & C-17 addon for ArmA. The U. S. Air Force versions. Thanks

JAMerica · 08-29-2007, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hymes

Q: Will BI release ArmA Reloaded with the AH-64A/D & OH-58D? I'm also looking for an C-130E, AC-130, CV-22B, & C-17 addon for ArmA. The U. S. Air Force versions. Thanks

You might want to try the BI forums:

http://www.flashpoint1985.com/cgi-bi.../ikonboard.cgi

I've never heard of ArmA Reloaded, so I'm not exactly sure what your referring too..ArmA2 hada been recently announced and there is a new expansion Queen's Gambit to be released in the next month..but beyond that nothing has been announced......is Reloaded a mod?

Hymes · 08-29-2007, 08:52 PM

I'm sorry its Cold War Rearmed. Not Reloaded. Its OFP updated to the new formate of the ArmA engine.

JAMerica · 08-29-2007, 10:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hymes

I'm sorry its Cold War Rearmed. Not Reloaded. Its OFP updated to the new formate of the ArmA engine.

Yeah, i think there is an impending announcement about this...but I'm not sure what the content will be...

Although anything will be announced on the BI forums first for sure....

**Tonk** · 09-08-2007, 07:27 PM

q- just bought the game (box version) and the TG server said the version is not supported, i am currently downloading 1.1-4 to 1.5 update, and 1.8 update.. i assume it will work after that?

=Sarc= · 09-08-2007, 07:51 PM

You need to be up to 1.8 then you can connect to the servers.

12-14-2006, 10:18 AM	#1 (permalink)
Strag Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Columbus, OH, USA Age: 34 Posts: 5,004	Armed Assault Frequently Asked Questions What is Armed Assault? In short, Armed Assault is a combat simulator based on Operation Flashpoint. If you want a realistic, open-ended, combined arms combat game set in a huge world, then Armed Assault is definitely worth a try. Visit the official website to get the full scoop. What are the System Requirements? Minimum Specification: CPU: 2 GHz RAM: 512 MB Nvidia Geforce FX with 128 MB RAM & Pixel Shader 2.0, ATI Radeon 9500 with 128 MB of RAM & Pixel Shader 2.0 Software: Windows XP or Windows 2000 and DirectX 9 Recommended Specification: CPU: 3 GHz RAM: 1 GB Video Card: Nvidia 6800 and above or ATI x800 and above with at least 256 MB RAM Free HD Space: 3 GB (or more as needed for downloadable addons) Software: Windows XP and DirectX 9 How Can I Get Connected to the Tactical Gamer Servers? Information for our Armed Assault servers is available here. Our Public server is protected by a password, which you'll find available in that same thread. We encourage you to join our Public server when the password is in place, but since you'll have to visit these forums to obtain it we'll also expect that you're familiar with our rules and procedures (see Standard Operating Procedures below). Normally when we have the password in place it's to ensure high quality games, but sometimes we may host special closed events or team practices. What are the Standard Operating Procedures? We have some Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Armed Assault that we'd like to have players on our server know and try to utilize during game play. They exist to make our Armed Assault games together better, so please become familiar with them. Extending these SOPs, as well as adding new ones, will happen if/as needed as we all get more involved with the game. Please feel free to offer input and suggestions. Other Frequently Asked Questions Other questions that have come up regarding Armed Assault: What are the Client Commands? (More information available here and here.) What are some good graphics tweaks? Where can I find/ask for help with missions? How does (re)spawning work? Are there official discussion forums for ArmA? Last edited by Strag; 04-30-2007 at 08:54 PM.

12-15-2006, 10:39 AM	#2 (permalink)
Grunt 70 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Massachusetts Age: 43 Posts: 2,502	Re: Welcome! Q. If I download the Czech or German version will I need to buy another copy when it's released in the United States? A. No. All versions will be compatible with each other when the U.S. version comes out. This comes from a post Faultline put up asking the same exact question. __________________ \|TG-22nd\|Grunt "When force is necessary, it must be applied boldly, decisively, and completely. But one must know the limitations of force; one must know when to blend force with maneuver" - Leon Trotsky Last edited by Strag; 01-02-2007 at 01:44 PM.

03-03-2007, 01:19 PM	#4 (permalink)
Strag Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Columbus, OH, USA Age: 34 Posts: 5,004	Re: Frequently Asked Questions Q: How do I use the GPS map introduced with the v1.05 patch? A: RIGHT-Ctrl+M (these are the default keys) will bring up the GPS map when it is available to the player. Last edited by Strag; 03-04-2007 at 10:35 PM.

05-15-2007, 04:48 AM	#5 (permalink)
dawolf Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Vienna, Austria Age: 29 Posts: 849	Re: Armed Assault Frequently Asked Questions Q: How can I order a squad member to watch a specific direction? A: Select the soldier(s) you want to give the order to then hold ALT (free-look) and point-click the direction you need to have covered. __________________ TG-E1st TacticalGamer European Division \| Team up with us today! Es war sehr schön, es hat mich sehr gefreut!

08-16-2007, 02:53 PM	#6 (permalink)
Dillon Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 1	Re: Armed Assault Frequently Asked Questions Sorry for the noob question, but how do you check frame rate?

08-16-2007, 04:16 PM	#7 (permalink)
Grunt 70 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Massachusetts Age: 43 Posts: 2,502	Re: Armed Assault Frequently Asked Questions Hi Dillon. Welcome to TG...I don't think there is an ingame tool that measures frame rate. Most folks use FRAPS I belive to do that. I chose not to as I'm squeezing as many FPS as possible as I can. This is a demanding title on hardware and Fraps can use up substantial resources. C'mon to our server and play some Arma with us. Just read the sop's and server rules before you do and get ready for fun. __________________ \|TG-22nd\|Grunt "When force is necessary, it must be applied boldly, decisively, and completely. But one must know the limitations of force; one must know when to blend force with maneuver" - Leon Trotsky

08-25-2007, 11:00 AM	#8 (permalink)
curtagain Join Date: May 2007 Location: Upstate N.Y. Age: 45 Posts: 127	Re: Armed Assault Frequently Asked Questions Dillon,There is a handy freeware called Teamspeak Overlay. It's easily downloaded and is a beta but it works fine for me and it allows you to see who exactly is speaking in your channel while in game. FPS is also visible in game by default with TSO.

08-29-2007, 07:29 PM	#10 (permalink)
Hymes Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 10	Re: Armed Assault Frequently Asked Questions Q: Will BI release ArmA Reloaded with the AH-64A/D & OH-58D? I'm also looking for an C-130E, AC-130, CV-22B, & C-17 addon for ArmA. The U. S. Air Force versions. Thanks Last edited by Hymes; 08-29-2007 at 08:02 PM.

08-29-2007, 08:52 PM	#12 (permalink)
Hymes Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 10	Re: Armed Assault Frequently Asked Questions I'm sorry its Cold War Rearmed. Not Reloaded. Its OFP updated to the new formate of the ArmA engine.

09-08-2007, 07:27 PM	#14 (permalink)
Tonk Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Luck, WI USA Age: 22 Posts: 2,893	Re: Armed Assault Frequently Asked Questions q- just bought the game (box version) and the TG server said the version is not supported, i am currently downloading 1.1-4 to 1.5 update, and 1.8 update.. i assume it will work after that? __________________ [url="http://www.tsgnet.com/pres.php?id=46832&altf=Upbtuz&altl=\|UH-QDT\|"im running for president[/URL] -Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely, in an attractive and well preserved body; but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, a beer in the other, body totally worn out screaming "YEEEHAW, WHAT A RIDE!!!" - my grandpa -My New Rig: cpu: AMD 6400+ 3.2ghz dual core mobo: Asus Crosshair ram: 8gb (4x2gb) geil exotera 4-4-4-12 video card MSI 8800GTS 512mb (g92) Vista:x64 Laptop: Dell i9300 2.16ghz-2gb ram-6800-17" 1920x1200 -Toasty/Tonk/Chair http://tgtonk.notlong.com

09-08-2007, 07:51 PM	#15 (permalink)
=Sarc= Join Date: May 2003 Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 4,491	Re: Armed Assault Frequently Asked Questions You need to be up to 1.8 then you can connect to the servers. __________________ JO Guides & Tutorials Team Element - It's who you game with.

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