problem installing EQ2

[Daijo]

Just reformatted my HD and have windows Vista, I installed EQ2 and everything seemed to work fine but during the Launch pad while its receiving files it always just stops. Whats going on?

[ganjookie]

THings to try.

delete the cache folder in EQ2 directory.

bypass your router

remove and readd EQ2.exe to your security programs.

[TSR-JamesM]

 These instructions will help you load any Windows XP game in Vista:

1.Right click on the program launch icon

2. Left click on "Properties".

3. In the new window that pops up click on the "Compatibility" tab.

4. In the "Compatibility Mode" area check the box next to "Run this program in compatibility mode for:"

5. In the drop down list make certain that "Windows XP (Service Pack 2)" is selected.

6. Under "Privilege Level" make certain that the box next to "Run this program as administrator" is checked.

7.Click on "Apply" then click on "Ok".

8.Right click on the icon and select "Run as Administrator"

 You can also go to your EQ2 directory in Sony in C drive and follow the steps below:

1.Right click on the EQ2  folder.

2.Select the Security tab.

3.Highlight each account in the box on the top of the page one at a time.

4.In the lower box make certain that all of the check boxes are set for allow.

5.Do this for each account in the upper list.

6.Hit accept and close.