Solution for dual-core computers using CaesarII 4.5 (no need to switch to single-core)

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CII4.5 cannot run on dual-core machines. Some friends in the forum have already suggested a solution: modify the boot.ini options to make the system run on a single core. However, it’s not pleasant to turn one’s dual-core machine into a single-core one, so I came up with the following method. A batch file is used to call C2.exe. Before the batch file starts executing and C2 is called, the process is restricted to running on one core; after that, the batch file continues running, and thus C2 can operate properly. If you’re not sure, follow these steps: First, do some preparatory work: 1. Create a txt file in the Caesar installation folder and open it in Notepad. Add the following content: @pause @start c2.exe 2. Save it as startC2.bat and then close the file. 3. Right-click on startC2.bat and drag it to the desktop; select “Shortcut”. Here’s how to run C2: 1. Run the shortcut startC2.bat on the desktop. A black screen will appear with the message “Press any key to continue”. 2. Open Task Manager, find the cmd.exe process, right-click on it and select “Set affinity”. 3. A dialog box will appear; if it’s a dual-core CPU, you’ll see CPU0 and CPU1. For a quad-core CPU, you’ll see CPU2 and CPU3. Uncheck all options except CPU0, then click “OK”. 4. Return to the black screen; press any key to continue, and C2 will start running. These four steps may seem complicated, but once you understand the principle, it’s actually quick to carry out once. This post was last edited by neverPE on 2008-6-11 at 11:25