IASER Installation Guide

Complete installation guide for IASER Strategic Warfare System

Prerequisites
Choosing the Right Executable
Installation Steps
DCS World Integration
Configuration
Verification
Troubleshooting

Prerequisites

Before installing IASER, ensure your system meets the following requirements:

System Requirements

Operating System: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
DCS World: Version 2.5 or newer
Memory: Minimum 8GB RAM (16GB recommended)
Storage: 50MB free space for IASER files
Network: TCP port 8080 available

Software Dependencies

Visual C++ Redistributable: Usually pre-installed on modern Windows
Qt6 Runtime: Included in GUI executables
.NET Framework: For advanced features (optional)

Choosing the Right Executable

IASER offers multiple executables optimized for different use cases:

🌟 IASER_Complete_Embedded.exe (84.5 KB) - Recommended

Best for: Most users, standard strategic operations

Complete strategic warfare system
All warfare modules included
Optimal performance and lightweight
Perfect for operational deployment

🖥️ IASER_Unified_GUI.exe (87.0 KB)

Best for: Users preferring graphical interface

Professional Qt6 interface
Real-time strategic monitoring
Interactive system control
Visual strategic warfare management

⚙️ IASER_Unified.exe (251.5 KB)

Best for: Advanced users, complex scenarios

Maximum capabilities
Extended strategic options
Advanced simulation features
Complete feature set

Installation Steps

Step 1: Download IASER

Download your chosen IASER executable from the official website:

https://iaser-project.com/download

Save the executable to a dedicated folder (e.g., C:\IASER\)

Step 2: Create DCS Scripts Directory

Create the IASER scripts directory in your DCS Saved Games folder:

%USERPROFILE%\Saved Games\DCS\Scripts\IASER\

Full path example:

C:\Users\YourUsername\Saved Games\DCS\Scripts\IASER\

Step 3: Copy Lua Integration Scripts

Copy the following Lua scripts to the IASER directory:

dcs_ai_interface.lua
dcs_dynamic_spawner.lua
dcs_dynamic_spawner_integration.lua
dcs_battlefield_ai.lua
iaser_loader.lua

Step 4: Configure Firewall

Allow IASER through Windows Firewall:

Open Windows Defender Firewall
Click "Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall"
Click "Change Settings" → "Allow another app"
Browse and select your IASER executable
Ensure both "Private" and "Public" are checked
Click "OK"

DCS World Integration

Mission Integration Method 1: Trigger

Add a mission trigger with the following Lua code:

-- IASER Strategic Warfare System Loader
dofile(lfs.writedir() .. "Scripts\\IASER\\iaser_loader.lua")
                

Mission Integration Method 2: Script File

Create a mission script file and add:

-- Load IASER Strategic Systems
local iaserPath = lfs.writedir() .. "Scripts\\IASER\\iaser_loader.lua"
if lfs.attributes(iaserPath) then
    dofile(iaserPath)
    env.info("IASER Strategic Warfare System Loaded")
else
    env.error("IASER scripts not found at: " .. iaserPath)
end
                

Important Note

Always start the IASER executable before launching your DCS mission to ensure proper TCP connection establishment.

Configuration

Basic Configuration

IASER works out-of-the-box with default settings, but you can customize:

-- TCP Configuration
IASER_TCP_HOST = "127.0.0.1"
IASER_TCP_PORT = 8080
IASER_CONNECTION_TIMEOUT = 10

-- Strategic Systems Configuration
IASER_STRATEGIC_AI_ENABLED = true
IASER_ECONOMIC_WARFARE_ENABLED = true
IASER_FRONTLINE_MANAGEMENT_ENABLED = true
IASER_INTELLIGENCE_OPERATIONS_ENABLED = true

-- Update Frequencies (seconds)
IASER_STRATEGIC_UPDATE_INTERVAL = 30
IASER_ECONOMIC_UPDATE_INTERVAL = 15
IASER_FRONTLINE_UPDATE_INTERVAL = 10
                

Advanced Configuration

For advanced users, create iaser_config.lua:

-- IASER Advanced Configuration
IASER_CONFIG = {
    strategic_ai = {
        decision_frequency = 30.0,
        economic_weight = 0.3,
        tactical_weight = 0.4,
        intelligence_weight = 0.3
    },
    economic_warfare = {
        enable_resource_tracking = true,
        supply_chain_vulnerability = true,
        economic_victory_conditions = true,
        resource_depletion_rate = 0.1
    },
    frontline_management = {
        dynamic_evolution = true,
        frontline_fluidity = 0.7,
        strategic_points_enabled = true
    },
    debug = {
        enable_logging = false,
        log_level = "INFO",
        log_strategic_decisions = true
    }
}
                

Installation Verification

Step 1: Test IASER Executable

Double-click your chosen IASER executable
Watch for the initialization messages in the console
Look for "✓ IASER Systems started successfully!"
Verify TCP server is listening on port 8080

Step 2: Test DCS Integration

Start IASER executable first
Launch DCS World
Load a mission with IASER integration
Check DCS.log for connection messages
Look for "IASER Strategic Systems Connected" message

Expected Log Messages

Successful installation should show these messages:

=== IASER Strategic Warfare System ===
✓ Strategic AI initialized
✓ Economic Warfare System operational
✓ Frontline Management active
✓ TCP Server listening on port 8080
✓ DCS Integration ready
✓ All strategic systems operational
                

Troubleshooting

Common Issues and Solutions

🔴 IASER executable won't start

Run as Administrator
Check Windows Defender/Antivirus exclusions
Verify Visual C++ Redistributable is installed
Ensure port 8080 is not in use by another application

🔴 DCS scripts not loading

Verify script paths are correct
Check file permissions in DCS Saved Games folder
Ensure scripts are not blocked by Windows
Check DCS.log for specific error messages

🔴 TCP connection failed

Start IASER before DCS mission
Check Windows Firewall settings
Verify port 8080 is available
Try changing TCP port in configuration

🔴 Strategic systems not responding

Check IASER console for error messages
Verify all strategic systems initialized correctly
Check DCS mission has proper trigger integration
Enable debug logging for detailed information

Getting Help

If you encounter issues not covered here:

Check the FAQ section
Enable debug logging and check console output
Review DCS.log for detailed error information
Visit the community forums for support

Download IASER Quick Start Guide