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Mia Fabor	Posted - 2007.12.06 06:23:00 - [31] Originally by: Quarc Originally by: Ayane Shardmoor Originally by: Aaron Sylasta Just posting to say I'm getting the boot.ini thing as well. I'd be interested in knowing what this patch is doing to my computer that involves messing up an important system file like that When I installed the graphics upgrade, the first thing the patcher did was "Delete file: \boot.ini". This image shows specifically what I mean. I got the missing boot.ini startup error after mucking about with the test server build a couple days ago. Put 2 and 2 together and figured the test patch must've done something. So this time around, I kept an explorer window open watching the C:\ root, while running the content upgrade patch, and voila! C:\boot.ini went bye-bye before my very eyes. Perhaps CCP's QA team is in need of a little time out. Hum, while, not exactly afraid of it, I really do wodner how exactly did this "little" Messup happen? I can jsut see a bunch of the non-techie people with only one comptuer wodnering why their comptuer won't start after the eve patch (althought not exactly is it often that people, certanly people not exactly knowing much about computers, won't connect game patch to sudden comptuer death) And, the ammount of poeple who are just wondering what to do... :/ How did it happen? O.o I am so screwed...dont know where i placed my windows cd .... been a few years... so i'm stuck at the <windows root>\system32\hal.dll Wat can i do now? i need help...i'm just really ****ed since i need my lappy for work as well. how the heck can ccp lapsed n erase windows boot.ini anyways..i mean WTF!!!!! arhhhh
FelonyFruitFlinger Epiphyte Mining and Exploration	Posted - 2007.12.06 06:29:00 - [32] Note to self: don't patch eve on my work laptop ever again. Boy am I in deep **** tomorrow moring.
Toawa EVE Mercantile Exchange	Posted - 2007.12.06 06:40:00 - [33] Wow... I guess its a good thing I didn't install EVE on my C drive.
SheriffFruitfly Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2007.12.06 06:41:00 - [34] I just had to walk my friend through the MS KB article over the phone, because his computer that CCP hosed was his only computer. CCP needs to address ppl who are locked out of their computer due (a) CCP hosing a windows system file, combined with (b) CCP's advice tht ppl upgrade video drivers, which FORCES a reboot.
Mia Fabor	Posted - 2007.12.06 06:57:00 - [35] Edited by: Mia Fabor on 06/12/2007 07:01:55 Edited by: Mia Fabor on 06/12/2007 06:57:17 http://www.eve-online.com/patches/patches.asp?s=&system=win&edition=classic why is the classic to premium d/l still available in patches if they know its causing problems? i thought kieron just announce that they removed it. ok the link doesnt work anymore if u clik on download button
Dapper Danny Minmatar	Posted - 2007.12.06 06:58:00 - [36] Edited by: Dapper Danny on 06/12/2007 06:59:17 Praise what ever divine being that I have a seperate partition for my Applications... Its not effecting me but hell why on earth is EVE got a file that shares its name with a damn window system file in the first place?.... isnt that just a no no Sure hope those effected get it resolved hassle free, damn. Goes off scratching his head in amazement
TorTorden Amarr	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:01:00 - [37] The boot.ini file should in most cases be possible to rescued by doing a system restore. From Start menu - accessories. for the hal.dll (Hardware abstraction layer dynamic link library I think it stands for..) is a different matter, the most common action then is the total windows reinstall, there is however a way to rescue it via the recovery console but that is usualy not reachable via OEM system manufactureres. I used to have that Hal.dll corrupt thing a few times like clock work, but later found that out was a sign of a dying harddrive. ------------------------------------------------ There is no such thing as good or evil. Just an egotistic struggle for self empowerment. ------------------------------------------------
Znurf Endgame.	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:03:00 - [38] Does Vista even HAVE a boot.ini? :P When i tried to check out the command to create a new boot.ini file in the commandconsole it said that it is "recommended" for us vista users to use BCDEDIT instead, i dunno what they mean by that but :P And i dont have any Boot.ini, but this shouldnt be a problem for vista users right, vista asks me if i try to create a new folder if i really want to do it, if a installer tries to remove an important file (if it is?) as boot.ini without asking, then microsoft is just as bad as CCP ;PPPP --
Mia Fabor	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:03:00 - [39] Edited by: Mia Fabor on 06/12/2007 07:03:43 Originally by: TorTorden The boot.ini file should in most cases be possible to rescued by doing a system restore. From Start menu - accessories. for the hal.dll (Hardware abstraction layer dynamic link library I think it stands for..) is a different matter, the most common action then is the total windows reinstall, there is however a way to rescue it via the recovery console but that is usualy not reachable via OEM system manufactureres. I used to have that Hal.dll corrupt thing a few times like clock work, but later found that out was a sign of a dying harddrive. well cant even get into windows let alone start menu using fren's lappy atm waiting for a miracle to happen
Gixxer 1000	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:05:00 - [40] Just plain stupid CCP, "idiot's" is a word that about best describes your actions.
Mia Fabor	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:06:00 - [41] Originally by: Znurf Does Vista even HAVE a boot.ini? :P When i tried to check out the command to create a new boot.ini file in the commandconsole it said that it is "recommended" for us vista users to use BCDEDIT instead, i dunno what they mean by that but :P And i dont have any Boot.ini, but this shouldnt be a problem for vista users right, vista asks me if i try to create a new folder if i really want to do it, if a installer tries to remove an important file (if it is?) as boot.ini without asking, then microsoft is just as bad as CCP ;PPPP vista doesnt seem to have problems from my forum trolling on this issue so far
proclaimed HERETIC	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:11:00 - [42] Using the common backup locations that Coniglietta Magica provided, I added an additional script at the request of some other players that restores the boot.ini from the backup automatically. proclaimed Heretic = Elmers glue solutions to big arse problems :P Both found on the home page of www.gamingassist.com. After this, I'll need a few ideas of what to do with this domain, if anyone has any ideas :P -proclaimed HERETIC
ViroRivyera	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:12:00 - [43] I patched my EVE from Classic to Premium using the ingame update function, ive turned off my computer and restared after i played the new version for a bit. Ive started my computer back up and no problems have popped up as such. Am i effectively clear? Or am i still in "unsure" territory. Ps: My copy of Windows is less than "normal"
Sha'Uri Dark Freelancing Corp Confederation of Independent Corporations	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:15:00 - [44] If you don't have a windows disk google Windows boot disk. Find your OS version -> make a disk -> use it to boot. Once your up explore the boot disk contents and copy it's boot.ini file -> Paste copied file to C:/ Play eve IF your windows IS NOT at the default install of C:/Windows you'll have to edit that file with the right path. If you know enuff about computers to not use the default Winblows install path then you should know enuff to fix the boot.ini file. While its a wonder how this is happening at all shame CPP its not the end of the world, just a small step in the right direction. -------------------------------- As a Freelancer...scratch that Originally by: Shar Tegral Stop projecting your out of game beliefs of what society should be upon the rest of us. said it best.
Jalespe	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:19:00 - [45] Why haven't any devs responded to these posts? If anything a few words of encouragement would be nice. Something along the lines of "Don't worry everything will be fine. We are in the process of a fix and we are (insert amount of time) away from completing the fix and helping everyone get their f***** up PCs back online."
Pimpja Caldari	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:21:00 - [46] EPIC, even more EPIC than the most EPIC CAOD topics.
proclaimed HERETIC	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:23:00 - [47] All things considered, CCP is probably trying to CYA by checking their patch source to make sure they really can say, "it'll be okay". Once they source the issue, I'm absolutely sure they'll have this problem knocked down fast. -heretic
Zivzend Malloy	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:28:00 - [48] System Restore fixed the problem for me. BOOT.INI was missing from msconfig before I restored, and afterwards my system rebooted fine and BOOT.INI was back. Good thing I browsed the forum before I restarted.
Znurf Endgame.	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:29:00 - [49] OR ccp is on their way to some island they bought and this was just a part of their masterplan to slow down the geeks and get rid of the not-as-skilled-geeks ;P Too bad this isnt a problem they can make a patch to fix for those that have already suffered from it :o --
Curtiss Hawk	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:35:00 - [50] In most cases with a bone simple windows xp install a simple message indicating that boot.ini is invalid will be displayed and xp will continue to boot. Those with not so simple partition setups will have issues. Everyone should pay close attention to their startup. If you see the message follow the instructions that have been provided by several members and fix your boot.ini file. For those with more non-standard setups this will be difficult, but not impossible. There are lots of smart people here in the forums and at CCP who can answer your questions and help out. -Curtiss
Jenea Gallente The Copernicus Institute	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:35:00 - [51] Hmm... hey CCP, **** you.
Falcon Troy Caldari GearBox Corporation	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:37:00 - [52] Yeah it was funny because I took CCP's advice and downloaded the new forceware then got the boot problem on restart. Made one hell of a rant on the Nvidia forums about their ****ty coders. Guess I know who the real idiots are now...
Glane Sardar	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:38:00 - [53] Sticking to classic eve for now I think, EVE is on c: but might install this one to another drive, just backed up all the system files in the root of c: and archived to another drive :) Or might just wait for the devs to not rush things and release a fix before installing :)
chris xxl Minmatar	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:41:00 - [54] must be a random fault. I upgraded late yesterday pm and have rebooted several times with no problems (win xp 32). But i do hope ccp sorts the problem for those affected asap.
Rocky Roid Gallente	Posted - 2007.12.06 07:47:00 - [55] Originally by: SheriffFruitfly Hah - this is nuthin. Just wait til the next patch when they put "format c:\" in the install script. LOL
Vishnej Demonic Retribution Pure.	Posted - 2007.12.06 08:16:00 - [56] Edited by: Vishnej on 06/12/2007 08:20:59 Wow... just... wow. The default user method to upgrade to the new primary graphics system on the most common OS bricks your computer, unless you have a restore CD. You can't tell your computer is screwed up until you locate a hidden file - your first warning if you're unaware is being unable to boot. *You can't* really fsck up bigger than that without formatting C.** I wouldn't discount a few process servers or lawyers spawning at Reykjavfc Airport, terms of service be damned.
fred red Minmatar Minmatar Black Op's	Posted - 2007.12.06 08:28:00 - [57] i download and installed the new content late last night and then shut down my pc and went to bed. woke up this morning pc seemed to boot fine i then saw the boot.ini problem on splash screen and checked my pc seemed mine had been deleted too i have done a system restore to before i installed patch and now eve won't work --------------------------- Verification Failure --------------------------- Your EVE client installation may have modified, damaged or corrupt files. Please re-install the game client Verification failed: "C:\Program Files\CCP\EVE\boot.ini", crc:9b428815, expected:6b3a6cf2. is what i am getting. and i am not planning on reinstalling it till the problem with solved. Please resize image to a maximum of 400 x 120, not exceeding 24000 bytes, ty. If you would like further details please mail [email protected] - Cortes
Achuress Caldari Maledictae	Posted - 2007.12.06 08:30:00 - [58] No need to be frightened, guys, the fixes are simple and can be found right here. Enjoy Trinity.
Bellator Militaris	Posted - 2007.12.06 08:41:00 - [59] Once EVE was a good game.....and then they upgraded it.........
Kaentao Gallente Miners In Barges Free Trade Zone.	Posted - 2007.12.06 08:53:00 - [60] If I can run c:\boot.ini from the run cmd line, should I assume I'm okay? ---- Yes I'm snarky. Yes, I re-troll trolls. Watching them slaver and froth just makes my heart pitter-pat.

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