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Edited by Gakonzus on 8/28/12 2:26 PM (PDT)
*Updated for patch 4.3.4*
A 64-bit client is once again available for use with Patch 4.3.4. Before being able to launch WoW in 64-bit mode you will need to download the 64-bit client for PC/Mac (using one of the links below), and unzip it into your World of Warcraft directory. Once you extract the files you can start the 64-bit client by opening the Launcher as normal (Run as Administrator if applicable). To switch back to the 32-bit client, go into Options -> Game Preferences, and check the Launch 32-bit client setting. The game will display which version you are using at the bottom left hand corner of the login screen. ex: Version 4.3.4 (15595) (Release x64) Build 4.3.4.15595 - http://us.media.battle.net.edgesuite.net/downloads/wow-installers/live/WoWLive-64-Win-15595.zip" class="bml-link-url2">Windows</a> - http://us.media.battle.net.edgesuite.net/downloads/wow-installers/live/WoWLive-64-Mac-15595.zip" class="bml-link-url2">Mac</a> **Important things to keep in mind** Windows XP Professional “x64 Edition” / 64-bit Windows Vista / 64-bit Windows 7 (latest service packs).Mac OS 10.6.8 or newer. Mac Computer with Core 2 Duo or better2 GB or more of RAM. If you encounter any issues while using the 64-bit version, please report your findings in this thread and return to using the 32-bit executable. In order to facilitate support when contacting Technical Support, please inform them if you are using the 64 bit client. To remove the 64-bit client completely, delete the following files from your World of Warcraft folder: Windows Battle.net-64.dll MovieProxy.exe WoW-64.exe Mac World of Warcraft-64.app Additional Information: How to tell if you have a 64-bit operating system: Windows: <a href="http://support.microsoft.com/kb/827218/ Mac: <a href="http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4287 |
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2/1/2012
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Edited by Tiakatt on 2/1/12 9:13 AM (PST)
As I mentioned in the last thread, I've seen definite improvements on this system. 4 GB RAM + 1 GB Video RAM.
I can run ultra in Stormwind flying around at 24-30 fps, which was not possible before. The biggest improvement to a single setting seems to be shadows. It's popping over 100 fps in some locations at my usual settings, which has just never happened. Load times are improved. I even ran both clients simultaneously on the same machine (just to mess around/test) and lifegripped my DK all over SW, with no problems at all. I only need to fix my resolution when I switch between the two clients. I use the launcher and it seems to remember the resolution as long as I don't switch back to the 32-bit client. Still, it probably shouldn't mess with that setting when you switch clients. @Justicar: If you did not have the 64-bit client you would have no option at all to uncheck the "launch 32-bit client" option. So go ahead and leave it unchecked and log in, it means you have and will be using the 64-bit client. |
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2/1/2012
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Edited by Macnessa on 2/1/12 9:07 AM (PST)
Hi, my video settings seem to be reseting to low when I launch the game. I'd rather not have to manually reset them every time.
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2/1/2012
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Hi, my video settings seem to be reseting to low when I launch the game. I'd rather not have to manually reset them every time. I fixed it, I had to apply the administrator option to the wow-64 application along with the launcher. |
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2/1/2012
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