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turn on UDP
When i try to play with the server HEPCAT after a few seconds i'm disconected with this message: turn on UDP.
But how to turn on this UDP.
Thanks for your help
But how to turn on this UDP.
Thanks for your help
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Do you have a router? If so, what is the make and model?
On my router you have to set a "trigger" for "applications" which includes the ports that you play on (5154 for most servers and 6026 for Boxy War, etc).
On my router you have to set a "trigger" for "applications" which includes the ports that you play on (5154 for most servers and 6026 for Boxy War, etc).
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I believe all recent versions of BZFlag have UDP automatically enabled and isn't an option in the GUI anymore (thinking 2.0.6+, but don't quote me - but I know for sure it is like that in 2.0.8 ).anomaly wrote:make sure the option 'udpnet in your bzflag config file is set to '1'. I think this will enable/disable UDP
I find it's a router or firewall problem 90% of the time.
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You are correct Meteorite. Even though the 'udpnet' option still exists and is actually still written out to the config file, in bzflag.cxx about line 817
sets UDP on. There is no option to turn it off. In fact /localset udpnet 0 has no effect. Even after a restart.
I've never had a router block a UDP | TCP connection like this, but I suppose it can happen. Only time I have to port forward is when I run a server of some type for incoming and outgoing traffic. Firewalls don't normally block LAN side originating traffic.
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startupInfo.useUDPconnection=true;
I've never had a router block a UDP | TCP connection like this, but I suppose it can happen. Only time I have to port forward is when I run a server of some type for incoming and outgoing traffic. Firewalls don't normally block LAN side originating traffic.
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Heh, didn't even bother looking.anomaly wrote:You are correct Meteorite. Even though the 'udpnet' option still exists and is actually still written out to the config file, in bzflag.cxx about line 817sets UDP on. There is no option to turn it off. In fact /localset udpnet 0 has no effect. Even after a restart.Code: Select all
startupInfo.useUDPconnection=true;
I have a D-Link DI-604 and I have to set it up specifically for BZFlag otherwise I get UDP kicked. I have to set-up "application triggers" for the port ranges that I play on.anomaly wrote:I've never had a router block a UDP | TCP connection like this, but I suppose it can happen. Only time I have to port forward is when I run a server of some type for incoming and outgoing traffic. Firewalls don't normally block LAN side originating traffic.
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I'll have to remember that about D-Link routers. Mostly I am familiar with Linksys, Speedstream, and 2Wire routers. Next time someone at work has an issue with a D-Link that may come in handy.A Meteorite wrote: I have a D-Link DI-604 and I have to set it up specifically for BZFlag otherwise I get UDP kicked. I have to set-up "application triggers" for the port ranges that I play on.
sure hope this is helping titilasticot.
Hi all,
I'm having the same problem. I dl'd 2.0.8 to my vista machine and I got the following message:
[SERVER->] Your end is not using UDP, turn on udp
[SERVER->] upgrade your client http://BZFlag.org or
[server->] Try another server Bye!
When I use my Windows 2000 machine I don't get any error messages.
I went to my config file and changed
#set udpnet 1
to this,
set udpnet 1
However, when I restart bzflag, it gets commented automatically (the '#' returns).
What can I do about this?
I have a linksys WRT54G router.
I'm having the same problem. I dl'd 2.0.8 to my vista machine and I got the following message:
[SERVER->] Your end is not using UDP, turn on udp
[SERVER->] upgrade your client http://BZFlag.org or
[server->] Try another server Bye!
When I use my Windows 2000 machine I don't get any error messages.
I went to my config file and changed
#set udpnet 1
to this,
set udpnet 1
However, when I restart bzflag, it gets commented automatically (the '#' returns).
What can I do about this?
I have a linksys WRT54G router.
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I am using a linksys WRT54G router as well. I do not have to do anything special to play BZFlag with this router. When running a server I have port 5154 forwarded in 'Applications and Gaming'. But not having that set does not block UDP when playing. If the problem only exists on Vista, it would seem that is the problem. Vista has new firewall software. Check your firewall and all security settings.
The default behavior of the new Windows Firewall is to:
Block all incoming traffic unless it is solicited or it matches a configured rule.
Allow all outgoing traffic unless it matches a configured rule.
I am using a linksys WRT54G router as well. I do not have to do anything special to play BZFlag with this router. When running a server I have port 5154 forwarded in 'Applications and Gaming'. But not having that set does not block UDP when playing. If the problem only exists on Vista, it would seem that is the problem. Vista has new firewall software. Check your firewall and all security settings.
The default behavior of the new Windows Firewall is to:
Block all incoming traffic unless it is solicited or it matches a configured rule.
Allow all outgoing traffic unless it matches a configured rule.
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Thats not good. I use GNU/Linux myself but have had some experience with Vista and its not good. Unfortunately Vista has DRM built into every ring of the OS, it could be a potential issue. Should not be, but this supposed security and digital rights managment integration has had a lot of attention on the web lately. Keep us posted on the solution.
This from TGDaily:
"it's almost certain that Vista's digital rights technology will break existing casual games."
This from Gaming.MonstersandCritics:
Additionally, Vista relies heavily on ESRB (Electronic Software Ratings Board) ratings in order to block children from accessing inappropriate games. This idea fails to take into account the fact that the ESRB system is voluntary and can cost between $2,000-$3,000 for a game developer, meaning that there is little incentive for casual game developers to rate their games. The end result? Hundreds of otherwise-benign games get blocked.
Its possible that Vista is allowing TCP connections to servers and blocking UDP for reasons mentioned above.
This from TGDaily:
"it's almost certain that Vista's digital rights technology will break existing casual games."
This from Gaming.MonstersandCritics:
Additionally, Vista relies heavily on ESRB (Electronic Software Ratings Board) ratings in order to block children from accessing inappropriate games. This idea fails to take into account the fact that the ESRB system is voluntary and can cost between $2,000-$3,000 for a game developer, meaning that there is little incentive for casual game developers to rate their games. The end result? Hundreds of otherwise-benign games get blocked.
Its possible that Vista is allowing TCP connections to servers and blocking UDP for reasons mentioned above.
I don't think there's any way for me to allow UDP access.
You see, I'm at university. The lag I get here is over 2200ms. OUCH! However, when I setup an encrypted SSH tunnel back home, I get under 600ms. Quite the improvement. However, I don't get UDP packets either.
Does anybody know a way I can solve the problem, or am I restricted to TCP only servers from now on?
You see, I'm at university. The lag I get here is over 2200ms. OUCH! However, when I setup an encrypted SSH tunnel back home, I get under 600ms. Quite the improvement. However, I don't get UDP packets either.
Does anybody know a way I can solve the problem, or am I restricted to TCP only servers from now on?
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Im on windows xp and i still get the problem. i can drive around everywhere but as soon as i fire a shot it says
[server>] try another server, bye!
and kicks me out with no other messages. i tried adjusting my firewall and router and things but it still didn't work. "missil warfare" is about the only server i can get onto.
[server>] try another server, bye!
and kicks me out with no other messages. i tried adjusting my firewall and router and things but it still didn't work. "missil warfare" is about the only server i can get onto.
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I don't have problems running it, the only problem is with most servers I can't connect just a few, and one of them had problems with someone spamming the chat - disrupting gameplay to the point the server was reset a few times then eventually I couldn't stay on without the lovely turn on UDP message
I'm running XP, and got bumped from Mario's Arena. After I read this thread I went into my Linksys BEFSR41 Router and opened port 5154 to the (static) address of my machine. Now I'm working fine on Mario's, and I'll see if I get any bumps elsewhere.05addisongeo wrote:Im on windows xp and i still get the problem. i can drive around everywhere but as soon as i fire a shot it says
[server>] try another server, bye!
and kicks me out with no other messages. i tried adjusting my firewall and router and things but it still didn't work. "missil warfare" is about the only server i can get onto.
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