What am I doing Wrong here???

Ok, I got the sql set up properly. I entered a user id and password for myself.Then I set all the ip's to 127.0.0.1 for offline server. I launch the 1849v that came in the madness repack. Now the question is, "do i need mysql to be open in windows when i run it?"
It always takes a long time to load, and then it says;
Sever State
Users 0
monsters 87 (which usualy grows slowly)

all the other stuff says "0"

Ok i have my reg set for 127.0.0.1, as well as my hotuk and are posed as follows.
Let me know if you find anything wrong here.

Hotuk...

*GAME_SERVER SunrisePT 127.0.0.1 127.0.0.1 127.0.0.1
*CLAN_SERVER 127.0.0.1 80 127.0.0.1 80 127.0.0.1 80
*MODE SERVER
*SERVER_CODE 0
*SERVER_NAME WizzdomePT
*VERSION 1849
*SERVER_AUTOPLAY
*Enable_Clan
*MAX_USERS 1000
*ENABLE_PARTYITEM
*SERVER_RECORD_MEM
//*EVENT_EXPUP 1
*CHECK_POTION_COUNT 100000
*CLIENT_CHECK_PROCESS_TIME 10
//*CLIENT_PROCESS_TIME_OUT
//*ENABLE_SERVER_EXP 100000000

// [ Event Stuff ] to disable an event just put // at the begin of the line
*EVENT_EXPUP 1
*EVENT_POTION 5
*EVENT_BITMASK 32
*EVENT_BLESSCASTLE
*EVENT_SUMMER_CHICKEN
//*EVENT_SANTAGOBLIN
*EVENT_GHOST
*EVENT_MOLLYWOLF
*EVENT_MORIFSHELTOM
//*EVENT_WHITEDAY
//*EVENT_VALENTINEDAY
//*EVENT_NINEFOX
*EVENT_BABELHORN
//*EVENT_PUZZLE
//*EVENT_BIRTHDAY
//*EVENT_STARPOINT
//*EVENT_CRISTAL
//*EVENT_CHILD
//*EVENT_DAMAGEOFF //?
*EVENT_HARDCORE
*EVENT_MANDOO
*ENABLE_PK 1
*PK_FIELD 9




*CLIENT_CHECK_FUNC 0
*BLOCK_LEVEL 1
*DISCONNECT_ITEM_ERROR 1
*CONNECT_CLIENT_CODE
*REMOVE_PROTECT_TIME

//Tax rate (lv * tax = price to enter)
*BELATRA_TAX 1000 1

*BELATRA_TEXT_ERROR "Bellatra Text Error"

//Round 1,2,3
*BELATRA_MONSTER "SOD_Crypt" 40 "SOD_Buma" 40 "SOD_Armored Beetle" 40 "SOD_Skeleton Ranger" 40 "SOD_Vega Demir" 40
*BELATRA_MONSTER "SOD_Cyclops Knight" 40 "SOD_Greven" 40 "SOD_Titan" 40 "SOD_Avelisk-S" 40 "SOD_HellSing" 40
*BELATRA_MONSTER "SOD_Skeleton Knight" 40 "SOD_Mummy" 40 "SOD_Slaughter" 40 "SOD_Skeleton Ranger" 40 "SOD_Cursed Web" 40

//Round 4,5,6
*BELATRA_MONSTER "SOD_Muffin" 40 "SOD_Solid Snail" 40 "SOD_Dark Knight" 40 "SOD_BeEvil" 40 "SOD_Slayon" 30
*BELATRA_MONSTER "SOD_Figon" 40 "SOD_Illusion Knight" 40 "SOD_Slaughter" 40 "SOD_Mummy" 40 "SOD_Unseen" 30
*BELATRA_MONSTER "SOD_Heavy Goblin" 40 "SOD_Stone Golem" 40 "SOD_Doom Guard" 40 "SOD_Witch" 40 "SOD_Doom Lord" 30

//Round 7,8
*BELATRA_MONSTER "SOD_Sliver" 40 "SOD_Dusk" 40 "SOD_Hulk" 40 "SOD_Dawlin" 40 "SOD_Morgonyte" 20
*BELATRA_MONSTER "SOD_DeadZone" 40 "SOD_Avelin Queen" 40 "SOD_Chain Golem" 40 "SOD_Sadness" 40 "SOD_Shadow Phalanx" 20



*CONNECT_CLIENT_CODE 940236431
*CLSAFE_CODE 940236431


*BACKUP_FOLDER_NAME "c:\databasebackup"
*BACKUP_PATH "c:\databasebackup"

*CLIENT_CHECK_FUNC 1
*BLOCK_LEVEL 1
//*DISCONNECT_ITEM_ERROR 1
//*DEBUG_IP 127.0.0.1 127.0.0.1 127.0.0.1
//*ADMINISTRATOR_IP 127.0.0.1
//*ADMIN_IP 127.0.0.1
//*ADMIN_IP 127.0.0.1


*DEBUG_ID wizzdome
*RECORD_JOBCHANGER
*REC_ADMIN_CMD

*ADMIN_LOGIN "wizzdome"
*ADMIN_NAME "wizzdome"
*ADMIN_COMMAND "devine"
*ADMIN_COMMAND "jera"
*ADMIN_COMMAND "GMSPT"

//*GAME_SERVER WizzdomePT 127.0.0.1 127.0.0.1 127.0.0.1


registry

Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Triglow Pictures]

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Triglow Pictures\PristonTale]
"Version"="4096"
"Account"=""
"CameraInvert"="false"
"CameraSight"="OFF"
"ColorBPP"="32"
"Graphic"="1"
"MicOption"="OFF"
"MotionBlur"="false"
"Network"="1"
"ScreenSize"="0"
"Server1"="127.0.0.1"
"Server2"="127.0.0.1"
"Server3"="127.0.0.1"
"ServerName"="WizzdomePT"
"Sound"="On"

idata

A8

Ok i finally got connected only to get dc'd when the game started. I figured out that my versions were mis matched in my reg , idata and hotuk. Once the three matched, it was smooth sailing except that it loads slow. Hell it always did load slow. So now I need to resolve the dc issue, and i am guessing it is because i only have one hard drive. Do I need to put the server on a totally seperate hard drive,or am i even getting close on this fellas? I really don't want to spend an arm and a leg here just for me to play the game. If this would resolve the issue let me know so i can find a second hard drive, which I wouldn't mind.
My other question is... Could i run the server or client directly from dvd or cd, and not have to worry about getting another drive right away? Maybe even putting it in a virtual drive could resolve the issue?
Not sure what my choices are, but would like some feed back on what you think.
This is the closest i have gotten so far, and i don't want to give up now. I have learned so much in these last few days of frustation trying to peice it together with minimal input from people, but anyhow... thanks for what anyone has said, and for the guides; RenHunt, for the first guide i read. Oprez, for the better english version even though it was lacking a little in detail but think it was a good guide.
Also want to thank SIK, for the endless comments that have led me in the right direction.

I still need advice from time to time cause i haven't figured out how to use a gm client yet. I am still having the gameguard issue error 150. Well again looking forward to some info and ideas here people thanks...

I think that you're formatting your sentences wrong, Wizz. Perhaps you should first learn to properly articulate a thought, study up on some literature, learn to spell, and then learn to format a paragraph. Also you should sort your sentences by priority. Ending with your question. I have no idea what the hell you just said. So how do you expect to get an answer?

Yea ok dude, no offense, but that has to be the most absolute, largest run-on sentence I have ever seen in my life. Infact the only periods used were not even used for punctuation purposes. I got confused just trying to read it; one thing led to another, that one led to another and before I knew it we are totally somewhere else! I'm trying to ask two other people right now if they know what your asking for and they are confused.

I mean, I don't know where your from, your english seems fine and everything, just punctuate. Sorry, I had to say something before this goes on any longer, I see Kozical has beat me to the punch.

I'm too old for punctuation, and school was like 20 years ago! Run-on sentences are the best kind of sentences, cause it doesn't leave for any waste of time in your mind. If you cant follow what is being said, it is cause your comprehension level is low. I think that about sums it up for that, but on to another topic. I type as if i was speaking, and not writing some college document for a doctor or lawyer. So please forgive my typing if it is that critical to be punctuated. I just don't believe in punctuating, just like some people don't believe in god, and some people don't believe in George Bush!!! So if you want to Help then you can read what i wrote, but if you don't want to help you don't have to judge me...

Thanx anywayzzzzzz....
Sorry if i am a little temperamental right now i am a little behind on sleep, and aggravated by this damn server
-WZ-

No but you are typing this for our help, and if you expect help, at least make sure the people you are trying to get help from understands you! People around here have trouble speaking english and understanding english, ecspecially some of those who may be trying to help you. It's hard to understand what exactly you are looking for when one sentense flows into what should be another one and in turn creating the obstruction that is your post. I'm asking you now to please punctuate for all of our sake. This has nothing to do with comprehension levels, IQ or anything of that sort. It's just that your posts are hard for many to read and understand.

I see your point, and like i said in my edit... sorry if i am a little aggravated i am running on like no sleep all week. But i did go back, and edit the post. I think it is more legible and punctuated now.I hope its up to par i really am not used to punctuating. But now that you have said something, I can understand a little better the reasoning for it. Especially in this type of environment and circumstances. My apologies to all for my sloppiness... With this being said would anyone like to offer some advice on setting up a working server???

:) No problem! And I hear you about no sleep, been up all night working on homework, studying ASM, and workings on a decompilation project! Burning the midnight oil!

Perhaps I can teach you ASM your highness!

*bows to his highness*

Thats cool. Well I am bout to crash finally!!! I am giving up for a while, so i can get a little rest, and start fresh later tonight.

Please if anyone has any; comments, ideas, or thinks they can help me set up a working server on my computer, please post something for me, and ill get it later on tonight....

Thanks

-WZ-

It's the last time I am telling you Kozical... not in front of the kids!!

As for you WZ, you don't need MSSQL open at the time no. Instead of using 127.0.0.1 use your Internal IP address, or your WAN address.

ok i guess i could try that. However maybe it is a port issue. What ports do i need open. Everything seems to work fine but still cant connect. I have enabled all the server and client in my zone alarm so that shouldnt be an issue. I can connect to other peoples servers so i am wondering if it is my hotuk file. BTW i use a static ip would that effect my connection??? Hmmm Sql seems so complicated what ever happened to simple txt script like the old ragnarok servers lol.

Right now it could be multiple issues, could be just one issue, but fact still remains, you need to try whatever is said. A static IP is never a bad thing, at least while dealing with these servers. Try opening ports 10003-10009. Also try disabling Zone Alarm for the time being. I doubt online terrorists are really going to get ahold of all your naughty naughty files for the time being. :)

its cool i will try it with zone alarm off, but i have noticed alot of port scans lately. Is there a way to run this completely offline so not to risk an intrusion anyw??? Sorry i am a bit weary i just recovered my system from a virus and had to totaly re-install windows to fix it.

Well zone alarm really isn't protecting you from virus's in the first place. At least from what I remember when I used to use a firewall..... way back when :) was that zone alarm didn't have a virus scanner. There's many reasons zone alarm can pick up port probes, could be as simple as someone looking for an ftp server. And to answer your question, I believe the server can be ran from lan, but you must use internal ip's in the hotuk, and setting up the client to connect.

actually i have zone alarm security suite. which does have virus protection. Zone just got better, and works wonders. I have not had a problem since I got it. Outside of a stupid update from windows that came with a trojan so that it could keep reporting back to microsoft about license information. Although i do have a legit copy running on my computer it fried my windows so no more windows updates for me lol