downloads wont actually download

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Callan Mar 2, 2014 @ 4:22am

i recently bought arma 3 and my day was going great until i tried to download it i check my downloads and its there gathering data but not actually downloading the game it stops and starts and stops and starts but goes no where can someone help or offer any advice would be very greatful thank you

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Callan Mar 2, 2014 @ 4:24am

plus i am new to steam and computers so im very lost

Callan Mar 2, 2014 @ 4:26am

is this a problem with my computer or is this steam ?

spoof Mar 2, 2014 @ 4:36am

you need to offer some more information.
so I guess I start here.
https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=5688-IFHZ-2170
if you use windows at all.

Callan Mar 2, 2014 @ 4:39am

i dont know how to explain it steam says it updateong arma 3 but last night the download said 5.0 of 9.2 complete and this morning it was the same my desktop has been on all night trying to download it but it does nothing. thats the best way i can put it sorry if you dont understand

spoof Mar 2, 2014 @ 4:40am

yes but it is nice to know what operating system you have.
and what type of internet connection.

try running as administrator in the link I posted.
than the UAC thing.

dont let that stop you from giving the information :)

Callan Mar 2, 2014 @ 4:43am

im running steam as administrator now how do i find out my operating system info?

spoof Mar 2, 2014 @ 4:43am

is it windows?

yes must be windows , it was an easy question it is in your face every time you start the computer
in that case left bottom corner hit the windows logo or start>control panel>system.
that has all the windows info , it should say service packs too.

Last edited by spoof; Mar 2, 2014 @ 4:49am

Mikkiss Mar 2, 2014 @ 4:46am

It can be network or steam. i recommend to log out and then sing in.

Callan Mar 2, 2014 @ 5:00am

intel(r) core 2 duo e4500 2.20ghz 4gb ram 32 bit operating system

Callan Mar 2, 2014 @ 5:00am

ive tried logging out and signing loads of times still no change

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Callan Mar 2, 2014 @ 5:01am

service pack 1

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Callan Mar 2, 2014 @ 5:04am

????

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spoof Mar 2, 2014 @ 5:09am

you did not mention the windows version again but service pack 1 probably means windows 7.
no information about the internet connection so I assume its normal.

take the power of your modem and router a minute see if that clears the problem.

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