Valhalla Gaming

Valhalla Gaming MTA Server Getting Started Guide & FAQ

IP: 67.210.235.106 PORT: 22003 Installation
To play in the vG.MTA server you will need:
Grand Theft Auto San Andreas v1.0 [Downgrader Patch]
MTA Client

As the MTA v1.0 client is still in development the server uses what are know as nightly builds. These are version of the client intended for testing. Periodically we update the server to a newer nightly build in which case you will need to download the version in the "Current Nightly Build" link above. We will inform you when it is necessary to update your nightly build.

Step by Step
Download the all-in-one installer from the link above.
Open the zip file and run the installation.
Follow the steps as instructed in the wizard.

Trouble Shooting

If after trying to run MTA you get an error about missing d3dx9_xx.dll or "Load failed" make sure you have the latest Directx update (March 2009) which you can [Download Here]
Download the update and extract all the files to a blank folder on your desktop. Find the file 'dxsetup.exe' and double click it to run the installation.
Once the installation is complete you can delete all the files from your desktop.

If installing the directX update doesn't work you may need to download and install this Visual C++ Update.

First Steps in the Server
- The Tutorial

When you connect for the first time you will be presented with a brief tutorial. The purpose of the tutorial is to ensure that everyone who plays in the server has a basic understanding of role play principles. In doing this we aim to reduce disruption caused by players new to role play servers.

After your have read the tutorial you will be given ten multiple choice questions to answer. To pass this test you must get at least nine correct answers. If you have played in other role play servers and if you have read the tutorial you will find the questions extremely easy. The questions are not there to prevent people from playing the server they are to ensure everyone who joins the server has a basic knowledge of what is expected.

- Account Registering

Once you have passed the tutorial your will be shown the account creation screen. In the "Register Account" tab, Enter an account name you will remember. This account name does not have to be a role play name or a character name. In most cases your forum name will do fine. Enter a password you will remember and click the register button.

Register Account tab

You will be given a serial key. Make a note of this for future reference. If you should ever forget your password you can get a new one by entering the serial key in the “Forgot Details” tab.

Forgot Details tab

Now that you have registered an account you can login with the username and password in the “Login to Account” tab.

Login tab

The Account Screen

When you login you will be taken to the account management screen. From here you can adjust account options, view the achievements you have collected and of course select, create a delete all your characters.

Account Settings

When you’re ready to make a new character, double click on the “Create a Character” button.

Character Selection

Character Creation

Follow the instructions at each stage of character creation. When creating a character you have the choice of using a regular GTA San Andreas ped skin or customizing your own CJ skin using the individual clothing items. Please note that at this time you cannot change the clothes on your CJ skin once the character has been create. You can change your skin later buy visiting a clothes shop and purchasing the skins you want.

At the final screen you will need to select which of two locations you wish to spawn at. When you have finished creating your character you will be taken back to the “Character Selection” menu. Double click the character you wish to play as and you will be spawned and ready to go.

FAQ

I am getting the "Disconnected: Bad version (client xxx, server: xxx)" error.
When you are getting the error that you have a bad version, you need to update your MTA. The nightly that is required to play on this server will be shown at the top of this thread with a download link.

How can I bind my keys? Do I need an external program?
MTA has its own binding program inside MTA already. So no need for downloading a different program. A guide to bind your keys can be find here.

My indicators aren't working anymore, how to solve it?
When your binds are wiped your indicators won't work any more. You can re-bind them with This Guide. Remember that your vehicle must be moving for the indicators to show.

My game closes after I press 'Connect'.
This problem is probably caused due a corrupt coreconfig.xml. Most of the time it's located in '../Program Files/MTA San Andreas/MTA/'. Delete this file and try to connect.
WARNING: When you delete your coreconfig.xml file, you will also be deleting any binds you have saved.

When I make a character and am done, it brings me back to the character selection.
If after creating a character it does not save and does not appear in your character list it is you are using invalid characters in the input fields. You can only use letters, numbers, hyphans (-), periods (.) and commas (,).

When I login I get really bad lag.
MTA uses the same graphics settings as single player. THE SETTINGS YOU USE IN SAMP WILL NOT AUTOMATICALLY TRANSFER OVER TO MTA. Open single player and configure your Display Options to how you have them in SAMP. Other steps you should take to reduce lag and ensure your game appears as it should

1.) Remove any modifications you are using.
2.) Reduce graphics settings in the single player Display Options.
3.) Select a 32bit resolution in single player or MTA, that is a resolution ending in "32", e.g., 1024 x 768 x 32. If you select a 16bit resolution the colours will appear noticeably off.

For more questions and answers visit:
Questions And Help Section
MTA Wiki - Known Issues page
MTA Forum

More guides can be found in the Guides section of the forum.