Hello, when I try to install FSX it goes into a black window after I clicked the "Install" button, on the screen with the 747..Got any solutions, I might be something with my new laptop (MSI GT660), since it worked on my old laptop.I need to play this game, FPS games just doesnt cut it!- Aske

Try not installing to the default location. Install FSX to it's own (new)folder on your HDD. Have you used either W7 or Vista before?Bob

Try not installing to the default location. Install FSX to it's own (new)folder on your HDD. Have you used either W7 or Vista before?Bob

Thanks, I'll try that. I have used both W7, Vista & XP... I might mention that I use 64-bit W7 ;)EDIT - Tried it out and it still doesnt work :/

Edited May 26, 201115 yr by askemou

Thanks, I'll try that. I have used both W7, Vista & XP... I might mention that I use 64-bit W7 ;)EDIT - Tried it out and it still doesnt work :/

Is UAC on or off?http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User_Account_Control

Welcome to Microsoft Answers Forums. I’d suggest you to follow the steps mentioned in the following troubleshooting methods and check if the issue gets resolved. Method 1: Rename the InstallShield folder1. In Windows Explorer or in My Computer, open the following folder:2. DRIVE \Program Files\Common Files\3. Right-click the Installshield folder, and then click Rename.4. Type InstallShield1, and then press ENTER.5. Try to install the game. Method 2: Download and install the latest Windows Installer packageTo install the latest Windows Installer, visit the following Microsoft Web site:http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=120486 (http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=120486)Notes· Download the .msu or .exe file for your version of Windows.· "x86" means that you have a 32-bit version of Windows. "x64" means that you have a 64-bit version of Windows.· If you are not sure about which operating system you have, download and install the x64-based version. In the instructions, you will find information about the appropriate file to use.A newer version than version 4.5 of the Windows Installer might be available. To search for a newer version, visit the following Microsoft Web site:http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/aa372856(VS.85).aspx For more information, please visit the link below.http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx/kb/910816 Microsoft Games: InstallShield Error Messages Hope this information helps you.Regards,Yaaser - Microsoft Support Engineer

Welcome to Microsoft Answers Forums. I’d suggest you to follow the steps mentioned in the following troubleshooting methods and check if the issue gets resolved. Method 1: Rename the InstallShield folder1. In Windows Explorer or in My Computer, open the following folder:2. DRIVE \Program Files\Common Files\3. Right-click the Installshield folder, and then click Rename.4. Type InstallShield1, and then press ENTER.5. Try to install the game. Method 2: Download and install the latest Windows Installer packageTo install the latest Windows Installer, visit the following Microsoft Web site:http://go.microsoft..../?LinkId=120486 (http://go.microsoft..../?LinkId=120486)Notes· Download the .msu or .exe file for your version of Windows.· "x86" means that you have a 32-bit version of Windows. "x64" means that you have a 64-bit version of Windows.· If you are not sure about which operating system you have, download and install the x64-based version. In the instructions, you will find information about the appropriate file to use.A newer version than version 4.5 of the Windows Installer might be available. To search for a newer version, visit the following Microsoft Web site:http://msdn.microsof.../aa372856(VS.85).aspx For more information, please visit the link below.http://support.micro....aspx/kb/910816 Microsoft Games: InstallShield Error Messages Hope this information helps you.Regards,Yaaser - Microsoft Support Engineer

None of this worked, sorry..Install Shield just turns all black and the little "loading bar" isnt there.. :/ And when I try to close it, it wont respond and the task bar also has no response...Really annoying, but thank you for the help anyways ;)

Some folks have had luck copying the fist DVD to their HDD and installing from there.Bob

I tried to copy the disc to an .iso image file, but at 94% I got the cyclic error, though it works on my mothers old WinXP system, it doesnt work on mine.So.. I decided to go the illegal (but still moral) way and downloaded the first disc off torrents.. And now it installs ;)- I should mention, that I fully own this game!- Aske