Always have to begin LAN games twice.

Note: I realize there are connection issue threads but I couldn't find one related to this.
I also waited to post this after the most recent update to make sure it still happens.

1) Multiple Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit systems on LAN with the same Linksys router.
2) Monster Alienware system starts server, LAN option checked.
3) Other systems connect and begin playing.
4) After about 3 minutes the match resets with no warning, back to menu.
5) Restart match again, either crossfire or blitz, works perfectly second time.

I get this too as well as my other 2 friends when they try to host their own. :?

Happens with public games as well.

How are you starting your server? Start/play in game? Start from the commandline/batch file?

For me it's in-game (blitz and crossfire).


Doesn't seem to happen with the dedicated server (SRCDS) blitz and crossfire.

Yeah it happens when I use the ingame server maker.

...Same here, LAN option in-game.