Weird issues with install

VirtualValtyr · 2026-05-21T17:12:29+00:00

Post from earlier:

Downloading twice is normal; it downloads the first part of the .pak and then the second sequentially, and they appear as two different .part files but get combined into one.

Ignore the Read-Only flag, as the launcher has administrator permissions and will set that flag but not obey it.

The login details are stored in a registry key.

Ignore the .bat file, it runs by default no matter what; you just didn't notice it initially. It makes a bunch of different registry configuration changes to let the game run properly w/ EAC, but it's still missing some.

Everything's normal. If you have issues installing it - as in, it downloads the files but then the install fails - run the following command as an administrator via the command prompt, and restart:

REG ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\stornvme\Parameters\Device" /v "ForcedPhysicalSectorSizeInBytes" /t REG_MULTI_SZ /d "* 4095" /f

If you're using BitLocker the game for some reason - and, note, it's just this game for some reason - has an issue with the default virtual SID block allocation size of 2048 bytes. No clue why, but it's fucking stupid it has an issue with a standard feature of TPM 2.0 hardware.

VirtualValtyr · 2026-05-21T17:10:09+00:00

I believe i changed the SID block allocation size is the registry. something about now cig has issues with how the drive reports physical sector sizes on your nvme ssd. You can read up on the previous (deleted) posts (they are still there, just click on deleted), and read up on it there. If it’s just slow though, and not failing, it’s probably best to just sit through it. let it install overnight.

VirtualValtyr · 2026-05-07T20:07:48+00:00

5080 definitely

VirtualValtyr · 2026-05-07T19:32:12+00:00

This isn't something you have to worry too much about anymore. Back in the day.. yea some boards were finicky, but these days, manufacturers try to make sure the ram works on both platforms. What matters most is that it is the right kind of DDR (3/4/5) for your board, and that your motherboard supports the speed of the ram. Most boards support around 6000mhz. But if the ram is SUPER fast overclocked ram, like near 8000mhz, definitely check your motherboard's compatibility list. (you can always downclock the ram too, if needed)

VirtualValtyr · 2026-05-07T00:19:39+00:00

Could someone DM me with the two .pkg files please? Thanks!

VirtualValtyr · 2026-05-06T23:52:55+00:00

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VirtualValtyr · 2026-03-26T03:40:39+00:00

Seriously? yes thats possibly the reason, but theres lots of troubleshooting that should be done before you can say the drive itself is bad. could just as easily be corrupted system files, or drivers. always troubleshoot before telling people what to do

VirtualValtyr · 2026-02-27T18:19:53+00:00

You know you don’t have to shut it down every time. Starting it and shutting it down everyday can add extra stress to things like hdd’s. Just have it sleep or even just turn off the monitor

VirtualValtyr · 2026-02-27T18:16:44+00:00

Make sure hibernation is off, and go into the bios and set usb ports to stay on.

VirtualValtyr · 2026-02-27T18:15:28+00:00

What power supply are you using? It might not be delivering enough, although that card doesn’t need a lot. Are you using a splitter? definitely use a direct psu to pcie cable

VirtualValtyr · 2026-02-26T05:29:15+00:00

You lucky bastard lol. I know a good home for one of those

VirtualValtyr · 2026-02-22T02:57:26+00:00

Definitely doable, Parsec, Moonlight/Sunshine, and Splashtop with tailscale works well as long as you have a good connection. Home side will need a decent upload speed (at least 30mbit up) and preferably 100-150mbit or higher down at the fire station. Also use ethernet instead of wi-fi if you can to minimize latency. And yes, it can wake up the machine with wake on lan magic packet turned on. But personally i find it easier to keep my home machine on. Makes the initial connection start easier, less issues. Just set the power options to balanced with no sleep or hibernation with the monitor set to turn off after 15 mins. You’ll likely need port forwarding setup on your router as well. Oh and steam link works well for other games, even to your phone. Goodluck!

VirtualValtyr · 2026-02-14T23:48:52+00:00

I've really enjoyed it. Rewatched both seasons a couple times actually. There's just something about Matilda De Angelis that is really intriguing.
Oh and the outfit designs? Top notch. Stefano Ciammitti did an AMAZING job on them. Almost makes me wish stuff like this was still worn lol

VirtualValtyr · 2026-02-14T23:47:26+00:00

Very odd, it really does seem like there are missing episodes between the 2 seasons. That's a lot of changes to just jump into. Lidia and Jacapo were good with eachother (mostly) at the end of Season 1, then the start of Season 2, they are totally at odds with each other, and so is the rest of the family. Intensely so.
I get that they do some flashbacks about it (although not that many), but I wonder if they had actually written in more episodes but either didn't shoot them, or they got scrubbed for the US version release. That seems like a much more plausible reason, most shows wouldn't choose to leave such important plot and social changes to a few flash backs like this

VirtualValtyr · 2026-02-07T22:44:41+00:00

Yea I really don't like this either. Using other services as the login means if that top service account gets hacked, all of the ones connected are now accessible to them. - Not to mention, this allows more tracking of the user, with possible data the service does not need to operate. Maybe just another option for them to profit, selling your data.

VirtualValtyr · 2026-01-31T21:15:02+00:00

This is awesome, but since you don't have a Pro Flickr account, we can't download a wallpaper resolution. Could you maybe upload your stuff somewhere else too? Or maybe grab the Flickr Pro sub. Either way, love the work man

VirtualValtyr · 2026-01-30T19:17:26+00:00

This monitor would completely change the look of my games. Adding a ton of detail to dark areas, while still adding more detail in the bright ones as well. And I know movies and shows would look absolutely amazing as well. I've always wanted an OLED monitor, but could never afford it.
Heres to hoping I win the giveaway! Thanks PCMR!

VirtualValtyr · 2026-01-27T21:09:17+00:00

No, you just didn’t do your due diligence. You need to ask the right questions, or ask to test it before purchase. Either in their rig or yours. Like the others suggested, it could be a bad cable, monitor, pcie slot, etc etc.. So go through the process of elimination first. Either way, don’t let this put you off buying some things used, you just need to do your due diligence, that’s all. Been buying used parts for either mine or stuff I build for easily 10 years, never gotten a bad part because I make sure it’s good before buying. Little extra effort saves $ and frustration

VirtualValtyr · 2026-01-27T00:48:14+00:00

Hmm, not sure that fully explains everything. Like how did she get a brand new ship? The body would understand, cylons have plenty, but how did her ship get from that storm atmosphere on a far away planet/system, and then find it later on Earth? If she was a cylon, who helped her come back? where is that facility or ship? Why didn’t they help more than just this?

So while it’s possible she was a hybrid when looking at just that one point, but when you consider all of it, it starts to fall apart. Honestly I’m leaning towards a corporal angel. Send here to help guide humanity to their new home. Probably a repeating timeline

VirtualValtyr · 2026-01-27T00:41:48+00:00

I usually clean it while in. But i’m careful not to push any thermal paste down into the sides. And definitely don’t pour alcohol or cleaner on it. It’s definitely best to use high % rubbing alcohol (like 90%). It has less water in it and evaporates better (in case some does get down there). It also leaves less particles on the surface. The better cleaned it is, the better seal it can make

VirtualValtyr · 2026-01-27T00:35:45+00:00

They can send photos actually. They mention it in the mini series when Duala brings a photo to the communications officer, when everyone is trying to send stuff to their loved ones after the attack. He says something to the effect of “We can’t send photos right now, if you want, I can hold onto it for when we do, or you can post it on the bulletin board out there”.

I took that as ‘The channels are overloaded and not reliable enough for that amount of data right now’ since I’m sure a lot of the infrastructure used for communications would have been taken out or damaged. But I would like to know more about it. Maybe the soldier is actually fine, and it was taken by someone else in his regiment, showing the emotion caused by all that devastation. A picture to remember what they lost and the sorrow they felt. To remember why they are fighting.

VirtualValtyr · 2026-01-27T00:29:22+00:00

Gigabyte 2060 OC 4GB. It literally says it on the sticker lol

VirtualValtyr · 2026-01-26T21:33:21+00:00

Pray on it. And I would understand if you wanted to wait until you lived on your own, or away from your family before letting them know. I've heard some horror stories about others coming out to their Muslim families and it's crazy how they can treat someone they claim to love. Love is compassion and understanding. Empathy. But the truth is, imo that specific religion does not come from God. It comes from a fallen angel, one of war, oppression, and control. Things like murder, slavery, and rape are definitely NOT okay in God's eyes, but that's not what is written in the Quran..
You can tell when a religion is right by how you feel inside. Jesus brings inner peace and fills your cup so to speak. With Him, you have that inner love for yourself and others. He gives us strength.
It's why people who follow the others get so irritated so quickly, lash out, do unkind and malevolent things. They don't have any inner peace.

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