Having bad lag issues

I just started the game and I'm having a huge lag problem, everything takes about 3 seconds to respond. I've tried lowering the graphics turning off effects and still not helping, does anyone know how to fix this problem?

People probably going to ask for your PC specs and also to list down all the process running in the background while you're playing the game. I would post that also for reference.

But anyways you tried windowed/full screen to test if it makes any difference, is it inside city only (uldah) or you having problems outside city too?

I'm at the very start where your on a boat with a bunch of npcs.

HP Windows 7
Processor: AMD Athlon II X2 240 Processor 2.80 GHz
RAM: 5.00 GB
System type: 64-bit Operating System

Please use the Config application and copy the information from System Information, so we can see what graphics card or IGP you have.

I don't know how to find that info but I'm guessing that my graphics card isn't good :/

Open the FFXIV Config, and click the "System Information" button. Copy that page and post it here, then we can help you more!

you know the config file you opened to change your settings for graphics? You said in OP you set the setting to lowest etc. on that one the last tab shows the specs, you should be able to copy/paste that on here.

-=-=-=-=-=-=- System Information -=-=-=-=-=-=-

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Processor AMD Athlon(tm) II X2 240 Processor
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BIOS BIOS Date: 09/07/10 08:41:32 Ver: 6.04
Language English (Regional Setting: English)
Physical Memory 4863.285MB
Virtual Memory 2047.875MB
Page File 9724.715MB
Storage C:\ Hard Disk Drive Total Disk Space 584.109GB Free Disk Space 336.092GB
Storage D:\ Hard Disk Drive Total Disk Space 11.963GB Free Disk Space 1.293GB
Storage H:\ Hard Disk Drive Total Disk Space 930.857GB Free Disk Space 629.499GB
DirectX Version DirectX 11
Graphic Device(s) ATI Radeon HD 4200
„¥Device \\.\DISPLAY1
„¥Chip ATI display adapter (0x9710)
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„¥DAC Type Internal DAC(400MHz)
„¥Display Mode 1680 x 1050 (32 bit) (59Hz)
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„¥Driver Version 8.17.0010.0024
„¥Driver Date 5/11/2010 9:19:40 AM
„¥Driver Language English
„¥Vertex Shader 3.0
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„¥Driver Version 6.00.0001.6132
„¥Driver Language English
„¤Driver Date 6/8/2010 4:21:02 AM
Sound Device(s) Realtek Digital Output (Realtek High Definition Audio)
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Originally Posted by XenoSamurai

Processor AMD Athlon(tm) II X2 240 Processor

Graphic Device(s) ATI Radeon HD 4200

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Those right there are whats killing you. To upgrade your CPU, you'll need a new Motherboard, which adds more cost. A new GPU, capable of handling XIV well, will set you back about $200-$250 and you may need a new PSU which could add another $100 and depending on what RAM you have, that too may need an update, but thats semi cheap, 8GB for about $50.

You're looking at about a $600-$700 to properly update your PC. You may even need a new case that could be another $100.

You basically could use an entirely new PC...lol

ah damn it >< that really sucks, guess it's time to save up for a new computer. What computer do you recommend?

Read this thread ~ A custom built PC always is what I'll recommend. They're better in every way compared to a pre-built retail POS. Several of us just helped another member here build a new PC. You could buy the same or choose similar parts and have a really good mid-level PC that'll last for 2-3 yrs.

I have never built a PC before so I really wouldn't know where to start and I can't spend too much, all I want to do is play FFXIV, do I really have to spend about $1000 just to play it?

All you need is to buy yourself a new Video card my gf played on a very low end 2core without issue if you have the PCI express 16 you could easy buy a 70$ that would play this game in standard without issue.

A 440GT would do it you still going to feel lag but that due to the game itself and noting due to Video card but at the end if you want to play better building a new pc is best if you have money wasting 445-500$ can do it without issue no need to waste 1-2k for ffxiv when i know people playing on even lower pc without issue.

But if you have the money i guess build a new pc if you want to play on high.

Well thanks for all the help, I think I'll just go with buying a new video card and think about building a new computer later down the road when I got enough money.

As already mentioned, the integrated graphics processor on your motherboard is the culprit (though your CPU is not the best of gaming CPUs either), and is actually well below the Required Specifications, not only in processing power (very much below requirements) but also in amount of video ram, the facts that it uses shared memory above 256 MB just slows it down even more.

If you could post the make and model of your power supply, and a budget for the upgrade, I am sure we could offer up some suggestions for upgrading the video and possibly the power supply if needed.

*sigh* why did I even buy this piece of crap? I have no idea what "make & model" is or what the budget for the upgrade is, I'm kinda stupid when it comes to computers, I just buy and use them. If I could just buy a computer without spending 1000+ dollars so I can play FFXIV I will be happy.

Sign up for newsletter subscriptions to Newegg and TigerDirect and just watch for system deals. I see PC kits and pre-built PCs fro $300-$700 often, and while they are certainly not the best PCs, they'd be much better than what you have now. Plenty capable of running XIV and a slew of other games/MMOs.

The only problem though, these PCs probably won't be easily upgradable and in a year or two, you would be in the same boat as you are now with the latest game not running as well as you'd like.

You already have Win7, and 3 HDD, and if you bought one of these kits which usually don't include such you'll be much better off. Most times the GPU is integrated or there's a cheap card added in, but you could always get a better one.

Examples of the kits I'm talking about:

I ~ II


In all honesty, the best thing to do though would be to save up, or do extra jobs on the side for family, or sell things on eBay, and build yourself a custom PC for around $1200.

Do I have to put the kits together my self? If I do what's the best pre-built PC that's from $300-$500 that could play FFXIV?

Can you post a link to what PC you have? That way we can see what motherboard and power supply you have.

With this information we can suggest a new video card for you to use, and a new power supply if needed.

http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/d...roduct=4299473

OK, so you can actually upgrade your PC, better than I thought, but its still gonna cost ya if you want good performance in FFXIV.

Consider purchasing these or equivalent parts and you'll be much better off:

CPU
GPU
PSU

Would cost ya about $460 w/ shipping...

Thank you very much for you help, I guess I'll go with upgrading my computer.

If you don't know how to upgrade your PC though, do read up on it, though what you're doing won't be very difficult, but it don't take much to screw something up. Ask a friend if they know how and get their assistance...

Yea that's probably a good idea, knowing me I probably will screw something up lol
thanks again :)

Do not get the CPU that Khalus linked to.

According to the link you posted to your PC, it clearly states that your motherboard support CPUs with a max TDP of 95W, so the best one for you would be the Phenom II X4 945.

Oops...missed that part...LOL

thanks for noticing that Loth

you know there really no need to go over the top and get that cpu and GPU right? i play this game on high with 3870 and 3core you know just saying lol.

who am i supposed to listen to? I'm getting confused

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Originally Posted by XenoSamurai

who am i supposed to listen to? I'm getting confused

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Listen to who you want :) but there really no need to waste on a lot of money on a video card it's up too you. The more it cost the better your run FFXIV but ffxiv can be run on a 5770 or a 5800s without issue and cost less but it up to how much money you want to waste :) that cpu the person display is a black box version which mean is great for overclocking if you need too that :)

but i go what they display if you have the money for it just saying you don't have to go over the top to play the game on good setting.

I would suggest first just getting a video card and power supply.

If you do not intend to change your monitor, I would look to a NVIDIA GTX 460 or Radeon 6790 which can be had for ~$140-150.
The next step up would be either a NVIDIA GTX 560 or Radeon 6870 ~$180.

Sure, the GTX 560 Ti is a great card, but if money is a concern, you can get by with less.
The GTX 460 (or equivalent) is actually in the Recommended System Specifications running a screen resolution of 720p.

Alright thank you

Motherboard might not need an update... I would check and see if your computer could support a better processor. Also a video card would be the easiest and most effective update.

I bought a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 SE but I cannot fit it into the slot at all. I have an http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/d...t=4299473#N356 and it says it supports PCI Express x16 graphics cards so I don't understand why I cant install it.

I wish they would release FFXIV on the PS3 already then I wouldn't have this problem.

Is the case too small? With the way video card sizes are going a mid-tower, especially a pre-built one could be tough to squeeze a powerful card into.

I managed to fit it in but what do I do with the 6-pin power connectors? I've never installed a graphics card like this before.

As has been adviced, to upgrade your video card, you also need to upgrade your power supply, as it is does not have the amps to drive any but the lowest of entrylevel graphics cards, and even that is borderline.

Any modern PSU you get that can run the card, should have two PCIe 6 (or 6+2) power plugs specificially for graphics cards.

You will want to get a decent quality one of 400W or better.

So is the one Khalus listed the one I should get? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817371020

I bought the power supply, I hope this works.

Yes, that is more than enough to drive the graphics card you picked out, and is a good quality unit.