Skip45 wrote:
Oh oh oh! I've got a question real quick!
(also, sorry if I'm sounding repetitive, I'm functioning on 4 hours of sleep!)
If we do the update, and we have CC downloaded the old way, do we need to delete the CC or move it somewhere else?
Also, is this new way only for if you have expansion packs or stuff packs? Because if it is, then I won't have to worry being as I've got the base game only..
I've downloaded CC this way: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/170393.page
Again, sorry to bug you! I'm just very technically challenged...
Updated 01/17/2011My suggestion would be:
1) Backup your "The Sims 3 folder" your game data files under Documents.
2) Make sure to remove (you don't have to delete) your cc someplace else. (i.e. Desktop or external drive)
3) Make sure you prep your PC/Laptop for a clean install which I think includes:
disk cleanup, deleting cache/temp files, disk defrag, update drivers, clean registry to get rid of any corrupt files (if your running Windows)
Also,
4) Remove your all your games/launcher from DEP. (Add them back after you have a successful install/reinstall)
5) If you have gigabytes reassigned to Free virtual memory for LAA (Large Address Aware) via Windows Command Prompt or some 3rd Party program (reset it). You can reassign it after a successful install/reinstall.
Example of backups (on my desktop) from my last update:
http://i48.tinypic.com/fto4no.jpg
After you update, do not move your mods/cc back in right away. Start your game and make sure everything works w/o any mods/cc first. Then after you're satisfied with how it's running, slowly add your cc back in bit by bit.
It's okay if you have questions, I don't mind answering them and would rather you ask. :wink:
