The CS:S FAQs

Remmiz · 10-11-2004, 06:34 PM

V2.9

Q-I got hit from 2 feet behind me! Whats up with that?
A-Models and hitboxes are not always where you may see them. The server is always seeing different locations than the clients. This is due in part to: lag compensation done on part by the server, client/server incorrect settings or genuine lag on your ISP's fault. Look below for general use settings which you can set to improve connection quality.

Q-My game freezes/crashes/locks up! What should I do?!?
A-Use the Search feature to search for a thread already created about that problem. Be sure to include your video card model in the search.

Q-My FPS is HORRIBLE! What can I do?
A-Search the forums with your video card name and hope someone found a way to increase FPS already. If not, try changing all the advanced video settings.

Q-Where is my CD-Key! Did I get scammed?!
A-No, you did not. When purchasing games off of Steam you are not given a CD-Key, but rather, the game is "tied" to your Steam account.

Q-How come I bounce off tables and chairs when I walk into them?
A-This is due to the objects being made as prop_physics_multiplayer instead of prop_physics. The multiplayer physics has a "dumbed" down version to create less server stress. A server can run the command
sv_turbophysics 1
to turn off the bumping and allow players to push/collide with objects with the full HL2 physics.

Q-I have an ATi coupon. How to I redeem/upgrade it?
A-To redeem it, open the Browse Games window in Steam. Then, click the "Register a Product I Already Own" button on the bottom of the screen. Enter in the CD-Key behind the part you had to scratch off and you will get the Bronze HL2 package. If you wish to upgrade to Silver or Gold, open the Browse Games window and click on the "Purchase This Package" for the Silver or Gold packages. Your $49.99 will be deducted automatically from the total price.

Q-How come when I add lines to config.cfg they are overwritten when I start Steam?
A-Steam overwrites the config.cfg file each time it is started, to execute your own commands at start-up of CS:S, make a file called autoexec.cfg with the commands you want CS:S to execute at startup and put it in the same folder as the config.cfg.

Q-Odd...I can't seem to push the table in cs_italy along with other objects?
A-The physics in the game have been changed from what was seen in certain videos a while ago. A server may enable the ability to push objects by running the command
sv_turbophysics 1

Q-How come I am getting long lag freezes even though I have cable/dsl/T1?
A-This is most likely caused by background applications using the internet, such as firewalls or spyware. Try running a spyware scanner or configuring your firewall to allow Steam ports.

Q-What DirectX level should I run my game at?
A-Directly from Gary McTaggart:
DirectX 7.0 - RADEON 7200, GeForce2 MX, GeForce4 MX
DirectX 8.0 - GeForce3, GeForce4 Ti, GeForce FX 5200
DirectX 8.1 - RADEON 8500, RADEON 9200, GeForce FX 5700, GeForce FX 5950
DirectX 9.0 - RADEON 9500 and up, RADEON X800, GeForce 6800

Q-What visual difference is there between DirectX modes?
A-DirectX 7.0: No model decals, no detail props, no refective water, no bumpmaps, reduced model level of detail
DirectX 8.0: No local specular on water, no water blending into land, shadows are not as soft
DirectX 8.1: No local reflections on water, no water blending into land, soft shadows
DirectX 9.0: Water reflections, water refraction, smooth shorelines, soft shadows, blended bumpmaps

Q-How can I disable the VGUI menus and go back to the old school buy menus?
A-Using the "old school" text buy menus is not possible in CS:S.

Q-How are other people using arabic and other symbols in their names?
A-They are using the extended character set. To use these symbols, open the Character Map (Start>Run... "charmap"), and select Courier New as the font. Then, just double click on the symbols you would like to use and copy them from the box on the bottom and paste them in CS:S.

Q-How come I can't see servers in the server list?
A-First, try making sure you are on the internet tab, then under filters, make sure Anti-Cheat is set to All.

Q-My console doesn't work.
A-First check that you have it enabled. Go into Options -> Keyboard -> Advanced -> and check Enable Developers Console. Then use the ` key to open the console.

Q-When I bring up the console with ` and type something the console disappears.
A-This can happen if you have a non-us keyboard layout/input configued in windows. One possibility is after ` type a T, the console will stay open and you can enter commands. Or, you can set your language in windows regional settings to US - English.

Q-How do I change DirectX levels?
A-In your autoexec.cfg put:
"mat_dxlevel 70" for DirectX 7.0
"mat_dxlevel 80" for DirectX 8.0
"mat_dxlevel 81" for DirectX 8.1
"mat_dxlevel 90" for DirectX 9.0
Or in your Launch Options put:
"-dxlevel 70" for DirectX 7.0
"-dxlevel 80" for DirectX 8.0
"-dxlevel 81" for DirectX 8.1
"-dxlevel 90" for DirectX 9.0

Q-What should I set my rates to?
A-Here are some good rates for broadband:
rate = 100000
cl_cmdrate = 100
cl_updaterate = 100
**These values will vary based on your internet connection. Guide here.

Q-I get crackling sounds, especially in confined areas like hallways and tunnels. I even have a high end sound card (i.e. Audigy) and it happens. How do I fix it?
A-In \Steam\SteamApps\youremail\counter-strike source\cstrike there are some ".cache" files in there. Delete the modelsounds.cache and scene.cache files. CS:S will rebuild these when it is started agian. Also, if you are using digital sound, make sure it is turned on in CSS by setting the variable snd_digital_surround to 1.

Q-How come I have pink/purple all over everything?
A-This is most likely caused by having your AA or AF up too high. Try turning them down to a lower setting. This is also caused by missing textures. If it appears on a custom map, make sure you have all the custom textures installed that came with the map. If it happens on a offical map, verify your GCF files and delete the /Steam/SteamApps/youremail/counter-strike source/materials folder.

Q-How do I validate my cache files?
A-Click the appropriate link below:
Half-Life 2 files
Counter-Strike Source files

Q-There are little white boxes with X's in them at all the light sources. How do I remove them?
A-Open the console and put in r_dopixelvisibility 0. They usually appear when turning on DirectX 7.

If your answer is not in here, remember to Search and check the official FAQs before creating a new thread!

Better|Off|Dead · 10-11-2004, 06:39 PM

Sticky?

Keep adding to this man - most useful.

Remmiz · 10-11-2004, 06:39 PM

Hopefully this get pinned, and if you have a FAQ that should be in here, reply and I will edit it in.

Remmiz · 10-11-2004, 06:55 PM

v1.1 - Added Cracked Version and ATi Coupon Q's.

Remmiz · 10-11-2004, 07:14 PM

Bump for a helpful thread.

10-11-2004, 07:17 PM

HA, Even they admit the hitboxes are laggy XD

Remmiz · 10-11-2004, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Lothar
HA, Even they admit the hitboxes are laggy XD

I wrote those FAQs :-P

Remmiz · 10-11-2004, 09:48 PM

1.2 - Added the config.cfg answer.

10-11-2004, 10:03 PM

good work! I like it!

10-11-2004, 10:19 PM

Nice can we get a sticky

Remmiz · 10-12-2004, 12:51 PM

v1.3 - Added pushing objects question.

10-12-2004, 01:02 PM

sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky

This answered some of my questions

10-12-2004, 01:02 PM

nice work, can you add one for long lag freezes, ZA (or maybe more firewalls?) caused this on my machine.

regards

Fluxtah

Remmiz · 10-12-2004, 01:06 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by fluxtah
nice work, can you add one for long lag freezes, ZA (or maybe more firewalls?) caused this on my machine.

regards

Fluxtah

Added for v1.4 :-D

10-12-2004, 01:15 PM

Very good... question: Why can't I log into the friends service? When I try to, it attempts to log in and then says login failed each time. Options button is grayed out.

10-11-2004, 06:34 PM	#1
Remmiz Join Date: Sep 2004 Reputation: 21 Posts: 1,479	The CS:S FAQs V2.9 Q-I got hit from 2 feet behind me! Whats up with that? A-Models and hitboxes are not always where you may see them. The server is always seeing different locations than the clients. This is due in part to: lag compensation done on part by the server, client/server incorrect settings or genuine lag on your ISP's fault. Look below for general use settings which you can set to improve connection quality. Q-My game freezes/crashes/locks up! What should I do?!? A-Use the Search feature to search for a thread already created about that problem. Be sure to include your video card model in the search. Q-My FPS is HORRIBLE! What can I do? A-Search the forums with your video card name and hope someone found a way to increase FPS already. If not, try changing all the advanced video settings. Q-Where is my CD-Key! Did I get scammed?! A-No, you did not. When purchasing games off of Steam you are not given a CD-Key, but rather, the game is "tied" to your Steam account. Q-How come I bounce off tables and chairs when I walk into them? A-This is due to the objects being made as prop_physics_multiplayer instead of prop_physics. The multiplayer physics has a "dumbed" down version to create less server stress. A server can run the command sv_turbophysics 1 to turn off the bumping and allow players to push/collide with objects with the full HL2 physics. Q-I have an ATi coupon. How to I redeem/upgrade it? A-To redeem it, open the Browse Games window in Steam. Then, click the "Register a Product I Already Own" button on the bottom of the screen. Enter in the CD-Key behind the part you had to scratch off and you will get the Bronze HL2 package. If you wish to upgrade to Silver or Gold, open the Browse Games window and click on the "Purchase This Package" for the Silver or Gold packages. Your $49.99 will be deducted automatically from the total price. Q-How come when I add lines to config.cfg they are overwritten when I start Steam? A-Steam overwrites the config.cfg file each time it is started, to execute your own commands at start-up of CS:S, make a file called autoexec.cfg with the commands you want CS:S to execute at startup and put it in the same folder as the config.cfg. Q-Odd...I can't seem to push the table in cs_italy along with other objects? A-The physics in the game have been changed from what was seen in certain videos a while ago. A server may enable the ability to push objects by running the command sv_turbophysics 1 Q-How come I am getting long lag freezes even though I have cable/dsl/T1? A-This is most likely caused by background applications using the internet, such as firewalls or spyware. Try running a spyware scanner or configuring your firewall to allow Steam ports. Q-What DirectX level should I run my game at? A-Directly from Gary McTaggart: DirectX 7.0 - RADEON 7200, GeForce2 MX, GeForce4 MX DirectX 8.0 - GeForce3, GeForce4 Ti, GeForce FX 5200 DirectX 8.1 - RADEON 8500, RADEON 9200, GeForce FX 5700, GeForce FX 5950 DirectX 9.0 - RADEON 9500 and up, RADEON X800, GeForce 6800 Q-What visual difference is there between DirectX modes? A-DirectX 7.0: No model decals, no detail props, no refective water, no bumpmaps, reduced model level of detail DirectX 8.0: No local specular on water, no water blending into land, shadows are not as soft DirectX 8.1: No local reflections on water, no water blending into land, soft shadows DirectX 9.0: Water reflections, water refraction, smooth shorelines, soft shadows, blended bumpmaps Q-How can I disable the VGUI menus and go back to the old school buy menus? A-Using the "old school" text buy menus is not possible in CS:S. Q-How are other people using arabic and other symbols in their names? A-They are using the extended character set. To use these symbols, open the Character Map (Start>Run... "charmap"), and select Courier New as the font. Then, just double click on the symbols you would like to use and copy them from the box on the bottom and paste them in CS:S. Q-How come I can't see servers in the server list? A-First, try making sure you are on the internet tab, then under filters, make sure Anti-Cheat is set to All. Q-My console doesn't work. A-First check that you have it enabled. Go into Options -> Keyboard -> Advanced -> and check Enable Developers Console. Then use the ` key to open the console. Q-When I bring up the console with ` and type something the console disappears. A-This can happen if you have a non-us keyboard layout/input configued in windows. One possibility is after ` type a T, the console will stay open and you can enter commands. Or, you can set your language in windows regional settings to US - English. Q-How do I change DirectX levels? A-In your autoexec.cfg put: "mat_dxlevel 70" for DirectX 7.0 "mat_dxlevel 80" for DirectX 8.0 "mat_dxlevel 81" for DirectX 8.1 "mat_dxlevel 90" for DirectX 9.0 Or in your Launch Options put: "-dxlevel 70" for DirectX 7.0 "-dxlevel 80" for DirectX 8.0 "-dxlevel 81" for DirectX 8.1 "-dxlevel 90" for DirectX 9.0 Q-What should I set my rates to? A-Here are some good rates for broadband: rate = 100000 cl_cmdrate = 100 cl_updaterate = 100 *These values will vary based on your internet connection. Guide here. Q-I get crackling sounds, especially in confined areas like hallways and tunnels. I even have a high end sound card (i.e. Audigy) and it happens. How do I fix it? A-In \Steam\SteamApps\youremail\counter-strike source\cstrike there are some ".cache" files in there. Delete the modelsounds.cache and scene.cache files. CS:S will rebuild these when it is started agian. Also, if you are using digital sound, make sure it is turned on in CSS by setting the variable snd_digital_surround* to 1. Q-How come I have pink/purple all over everything? A-This is most likely caused by having your AA or AF up too high. Try turning them down to a lower setting. This is also caused by missing textures. If it appears on a custom map, make sure you have all the custom textures installed that came with the map. If it happens on a offical map, verify your GCF files and delete the /Steam/SteamApps/youremail/counter-strike source/materials folder. Q-How do I validate my cache files? A-Click the appropriate link below: Half-Life 2 files Counter-Strike Source files Q-There are little white boxes with X's in them at all the light sources. How do I remove them? A-Open the console and put in r_dopixelvisibility 0. They usually appear when turning on DirectX 7. If your answer is not in here, remember to Search and check the official FAQs before creating a new thread! Last edited by Remmiz: 01-02-2012 at 05:27 PM. Reason: clarified crash/freeze question and laggy hitboxes

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10-11-2004, 06:55 PM	#4
Remmiz Join Date: Sep 2004 Reputation: 21 Posts: 1,479	v1.1 - Added Cracked Version and ATi Coupon Q's.

10-11-2004, 07:14 PM	#5
Remmiz Join Date: Sep 2004 Reputation: 21 Posts: 1,479	Bump for a helpful thread.

10-11-2004, 07:17 PM	#6
Lothar Guest Posts: n/a	HA, Even they admit the hitboxes are laggy XD

10-11-2004, 10:03 PM	#9
cereal83 Guest Posts: n/a	good work! I like it!

10-11-2004, 10:19 PM	#10
Secret Ninja Guest Posts: n/a	Nice can we get a sticky

10-12-2004, 12:51 PM	#11
Remmiz Join Date: Sep 2004 Reputation: 21 Posts: 1,479	v1.3 - Added pushing objects question.

10-12-2004, 01:02 PM	#12
gtcole Guest Posts: n/a	sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky sticky This answered some of my questions

10-12-2004, 01:02 PM	#13
fluxtah Guest Posts: n/a	nice work, can you add one for long lag freezes, ZA (or maybe more firewalls?) caused this on my machine. regards Fluxtah

10-12-2004, 01:15 PM	#15
WhiskeyBomber Guest Posts: n/a	Very good... question: Why can't I log into the friends service? When I try to, it attempts to log in and then says login failed each time. Options button is grayed out.