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Greetings!!If your board supports 4-N-1 drivers, reinstall or upgrade them AFTER you install new video drivers. They also control the AGP!! PLEASE!!!Thanks

A few weeks ago, I installed a sound card so that I could use my gameport yoke with my new computer(which didn't have a gameport port). My yoke now works fine :), but unfortunately the sound card messes up the sound in some games(not FS). :( Is there a way to disable the sound part of the sound card(so, the onboard sound-thing that came w/ my computer would process the sound), that will allow me to still use the gameport port that's attached to my sound card for my yoke? Thx in advance.

I recently got a new motherboard Asus P4B800 with the RAID function. I've been reading about it and I think I know how to set it up, ie create a disk, set up RAID in the BIOS and press F6 during Windows installation to use the disk. Once installed and ready to go, can I make partitions like before, will I see any difference in the HD order (C,D,E...)? I'd like to know what I should expect to see in my Windows Explorer.If you have any knowledge of RAID and willing to share it with me I'll be happy to read it, I'm a beginner with RAID.Thanks for the comments and suggestions,Danny

I would like to be able to run FS2004 at more than just the default settings. Besides replacing my P4 2.2GHz with a 2.8 to 3.2 GHz @800 MHz FSB, I would like to improve the video from the present Ti-4600 to a Radeon 9700 or 9800 Pro.My question is would I be able to see any difference in the imagage quality on my 1998 AOC 9Glr 19" monitor which can only run smoothly at 1280 x 960. Any higher setting and the monitor does weird things like making all sorts of noise and blanking out the video.Since this monitor only measure 17.8 viewable, I would also like to get something with a larger view, say in the 21 to 23" range with a "Flat Screen". Notice I said screen and not panel…

HiI have a MSI motherboard. Originally the board was for 400FSB PIV but I intend to run a 533FSB processor. The BIOS as the option 200MHz and 266MHz RAM.As far I understand if I overclock the FSB from 100 to 133 the 200MHz memory option will be transformed in 266MHz and the 266MHz in 353MHz. Is this right?ThanksJos

Hi I'm debating which of the two to buy.The prices can be different and I'm not sure which will give me the best performance in FS2004 so i'd appreciate advice.Which will give me more bang for my buckThe FX 5200 Ultra 128MB DDR orThe FX 5600 256MB DDR (NOT an ultra)Let me know pleaseThanksJason

Hey guys, i recently had my system updated adding more RAM to 256MB, windows XP pro installed, and a new Graphics card: Hercules 3D Prophet 4500 32MB.ever since i reinstalled FS2002 and tryed to run it the system runs slow and extreemly stuttery, even in the start up menue of FS. when i disable hardware acceleration in the menue the system runs fine with crummy pixelated graphics.any one have any ideas.help would be much appreciated,regards,mark

I'm looking to upgrade my machine to cope better with FS2002 and some other FPS games (Splinter Cell, UT2003 etc). My current setup is a Duron 1.2GHz on an Asus A7N266-VM mobo with 512Mb of PC2100 memory, 60Gb hard drive & the usual nuts & bolts.My first step will be to replace the CPU with an Athlon XP chip, at least a 2400+. The next thing after that will be a graphics card (I'm currently using the GeForce 2 chip on board my mobo).Since I'm on a tight budget (saving to get married etc), I can't afford loads for the gfx card, say about

Would like your opinion.Current System: ASUS A7V / AMD 1.2GHz Processor / 512MB RAM / GEFORCE2 64 UltraI want better framerates. Would I be better off to get a Faster CPU or a video card with larger memory? It is either/or, not both.I only use my PC for flightsimming. AI Traffic in FS9 kills my framerates.Thanks.Jim

Hi all!I have a P3-700mhz, 128 SDRAM PC100, ASUS P3B-F 100mhz FSB, JumperFree BIOS,GeForce 2 GTS 32mb and 13GB HD...I

ok, I got fs9. Looks great but all those beautiful clouds etc. takes FPS. I'm thinking about new CPU.Now I have Athlon XP2100, Geforce4ti4600, 512RAM, WIN XP. Should I upgrade? I dont know..... I'm thinking about pentium 2.8 because the price difference between 2.8 and 3.0-3.2 is big. If I will go for 2.8 and radeon9800pro, will I notice big difference in FPS? maybe I should get athlon?I dont know.... Please Help...Thank YouJacek

hi could do with some advice please, i have athlon 1.6 and wish to change my graphics card and motherboard , has anybody got thoughts on a ASUSE A7N8X motherboard and a 128 GAINWARD TI4800 card for 2004 COF, my present gforce 2 dosn't like the new sim ,i'v had it for 18 months and its been fine but its going to cost me

I am contemplating a small upgrade, and wonder which card to get. It is between a GeForce 4 Ti 4800SE, or an Ultra FX5600. Both with 128 megs of memory, similar features. They appear to be close in performance, price, though the 5600 has slightly better memory bandwidth, and DX 9 support which the 4800 lacks.Is it a toss up? I have a P4 1.8, and I am still running win98se.I appreciate any tidbits that I might have missed to sway the balance either way!Thanks,Den

Hey all :-)I'm using the Creative own driver for my card / 44.03 and theirdisplay panel.I'm getting probs in fs2004, namely that it dont like any AA exceptwhen checked as Application and Sim, 2x AA up and unchecked in simcrashes the pc to 8 bit desktop + I get flashing on and off in 04with any addon aircraft....:-(So thought I would try a WHQL driver for WinXP Home from Guru3D, any suggestions please.....:Dthankyou,Steve

For this system...P4 2.4 GHz512 MB DDRNVidia GeForce FX 5900 Ultra 256 MB40 GB Hard drive 7200 rpmOther equipments:CD-RW DriveCD-ROM DriveEthernet cardUSB 2.0 Expansion cardShould a 300W power supply be enough? I currently have this system with a GF4 Ti4200 and it all works great, just would like to know if it would be enough with the FX card.Thanks guys___________________________________________________ Lu

I am thinking of buying the 9600 Pro. Should i buy it? The one i am thinking of buying has AGP x8 , 128 MB DDR SDRAM. Will it improve my performance with FS? My PC's specs are AMD Athlon ,1.2ghz ,768mb ddr ram ,Geforce 2 gts 32mb , 60gb hard drive .

Hello and I am honored to be posting a question here. I can only hope I will have the favor of some responses. A new pc is on its way here and I need help to know where I should set fs2004's slider controls and other settings. Please include any suggestions for updates to fs9.cfg and even changes to WinXP Pro, disk paritioning and the BIOS, if applicable. I really need to know what kind of expectations I should have. I would like to fly with some clouds, if possible, and spend most of my time in the regular cockpit view (non-VC) because the gauges are larger and easier for me to read. I usually raise the seat a notch or two. I also love the spot plane view. Please …

Hello,I currently have a P4 2.4 GHz, 512 Mb DDR 266 MHz and a GF4 Ti4200 128MB.I am thinking about upgrading my graphics card to a top of the line GeForce FX 5900 Ultra 256 MB or a Radeon 9800 Pro 256 MB.Which one do you think it is better and what improvement may I get? I currently fly in 1024x768x16 with 2x AA and 2x AF. Around 10 FPS in Overcast clouds... what can I expect with the new card, on the same settings?I've heard the Radeon cards have some issues with other games, besides FS, is that true?Also, adding more 512 Mb of 266MHz RAM make any difference in FPS? I don't have any stutters, just need more speed...Is RAM easy to install? Can I do it at home?I'd like to …

Hmmm...I see why I get crappy FPS in FS lol..._________________________________________System ConfigurationOperating System Microsoft Windows XP DirectX Version 9.0 Mobo Manufacturer ASUSTeK Computer INC. Mobo Model A7N8X AGP Rates (Current/Available) 4x / 1x 2x 4x CPU Unknown 2095 MHz FSB 166 MHz Memory 512 MB Graphics Chipset NVIDIA GeForce4 Ti 4200 Driver Name NVIDIA GeForce4 Ti 4200 Driver Version 6.14.10.4403 Video Memory 64 MB Program Version 3DMark2001 SE Resolution 1024x768 32bit Texture Format Compressed FSAA Disabled Z-Buffer Depth 24bit Frame Buffer Double Rendering Pipeline D3D Pure Hardware T&L Detailed Test Results3DMark Scor…

HiI can't wait to hear feedbacks on the TQ6 Throttle that will be released from GoFLight this month I believe. Is there any review coming soon on AVSIM about the throttle?ThanksMichel

Well I finally bought FS9 and once it was installed, I set it up how and I cannot beilive how fast it is!! I can fly with no clouds at Vancouver, most detail on and get 27 FPS in the defauly 737!! I limit my frames to 16, I never thought I would see the day when my sim would be smooth, but the problem is the ground textures appear grainy, I tried to take some screenshots but in the screenshot they apperead fine, you can see what my settings are from my sig, some help would be grealy appreciated!!

I would like to know if anybody here has regret going from a Geforce 4 to 9800 pro(or 9700 pro) . Was the price to steep for the performance obtained? problems with installation or drivers? My performance in FS2004, which is not bad, has some graphic (loading texture/squares)problems that I want to fix. Any help?? P4 2.0Ghz, 640 RDRAM, 80 gb HD, audigy2, 4600ti,viewsonic vx900.Thanks , Alberto

Hi everyone...I'm having a great time with FS2k4, just with a minor problem... clouds.They really kill my framerates.... and so I thought of upgrading my Ti4200 and replace it for a Radeon 9800 Pro 256 MB.Do you guys think it will help the performance inside the clouds?Whenever I set an overcast layer, my fps go down to around 10, which is bad and doesn't give a smooth sim. I've tried reducing the cloud sliders, and it helps, but then the overcast isn't an overcast anymore.Should the Radeon help me with that?System specs as follows:Pentium 4 2.4 GHz512 MB RAM DDR 266 MHzGeForce 4 Ti4200 128 MBThanks for your help guys___________________________________________________ Lu

I'm thinking of upgrading my very old Sidewinder to something newer like the Logitech Digital Extreme (non-FF). Does anyone have any experience with this particular stick (especially in FS9!) and what your thoughts might be on it?On a related subject, but not FS related, does anyone have experience with the Logitech Gamepad Rumblepad? I'm thinking of it for another game I have (not for FS, but thought I'd ask anyway). I use Win XP Pro with an ATI Radeon 9800 256 video card and a high end CPU.Thanks very much for any assistance.Glenn

I believe this is a Pentium technology. Question: if I'm purchasing a P4 with HTT, do I need any special type of motherboard to take advantage of it? Or are all of the benefits in the CPU itself?Thanks- I currently have a P4-1.8G and am thinking of extending the life of my motherboard (ABit BD-7II = 845 E/D chipset) by installing a P4-2.8G. This faster CPU comes with HTT.Thanks,Bruce.ABit BD-7IIP4-1.8G1G PC-27008500Pro ATIWinXPw/SP1