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I also feel the same way about FSX and ATI cards. Do AA and forced V-sync work using Nvidia cards? If so, could the issue be ATI drivers (CCC)? Some folks in the ATI forum ask about computer specs, and I had recommended Nvidia cards because, I think, the FSX developers also used Nvidia cards to write and test the codes. I could be wrong, but I seem to recall an important role Nvidia played in FSX - development or demonstration? Why are there so many flight simmers using Nvidia cards (instead of ATI cards)?Cheers!David

OK,I have a question. My memory is foggy about this, but I thought the FSX development team used Nvidia cards when they wrote the software. Perhaps, I'm mistaken. Did they just use Nvidia cards to demo the beta version? Some folks in another forum (hardware, not related to flight sim) were asking about the best computer system for FSX. I responded that they should use an NVidia card because the FSX team used them. I might be mistaken. I personally have an ATI card for FSX.Any web links to verify your responses would be appreciated.thanks,David

What exactly does one gain from this setting using a desktop? It looks like the setting is designed for notebook computers.

Thanks for all the responses. I've created a flight with all systems off and saved it as my default flight.cheers!

I apologize if this has been asked before, but searching this forum is not working. All my aircrafts in FSX start with engines and avionics turned on. How do you config the simulator to have all aircraft turned off at the beginning of a flight?thanks.

Today, I tried again and my FF2 works now. The only thing I can think of is that my computer needed a reboot. The sidewinder X/Y axis work now.cheers!

Ok, I know that much. However, I can't find a fsx.cfg file. I've searched the entire FSX folder and the one in My Documents. Is this a hidden filie?thanksUPDATE: I found it!

Hello,I'm sort of new to FSX. Where do I change the bufferpool value?thanks

Hi Owi,My sidewinder FF2 worked with FS9 and Win XP Pro 32-bit. But now, I can't control the plane other than rudder; so the X and Y axis don't work with FSX in Win 7 64-bit. What did you do to get your FF2 stick to work in FSX on Win 7?Thanks,David

Hello virtual pilots,I just installed FSX and the two service packs on my computer. I had purchased FSX Deluxe in 2006 but it was too harsh for my computer back then. I decided to wait a few years until I could upgrade my computer. Now that I have FSX installed on a new machine, could someone tell me what joystick(s) actually work with FSX and Windows 7 64-bit?I still have my MS Sidewinder force feedback 2, but, alas, the X/Y axis don't work. Everything else on the joystick seem to work. Also, I've read some posts about the bufferpool settings. Which cfg file (and where is it) do I find this setting? I wonder why recommended tweaks for FSX are not pinned to the FSX Forum? I couldn't find any except those for FS9. Sorry if I posted in the wrong forum.thanks a bunch,DavidSystem:Intel i5-750 @3.2GHzCorsair DDR3 2x2GB @ 1526MHzCorsair 650HX PSURadeon 4850 1GB DDR3 @2066MHz, GPU@665MHz500 GB x2 SATA3.0 WD Caviar Black, Raid 096KHz/24-bit Dolby PLII 5.1 surround system Sony XBR4 40" @1920x1080Windows 7 64 Ultimate

Thank you MS FS team for all those years of fun and enjoyment. Frankly, I don't think MS will do much with FS in the near future.I pray those who lost their jobs can find a new one soon, even if it's temporary. I found out about all this morning when I decided to visit the forum. What a surprise. Although I had thoughts that someday MS would pull the plug, maybe after FS11 or so, but I didn't think it would be this soon. It's sad indeed.David

Hi everyone,I haven't posted here since Dec 2006, I think. I left this forum and FS in general, hoping to come back one day. And now I find out that FS for the PC is dead and ACES is no more!I still have my FSX in the retail box since all my desktop computers were built in 2003. I had installed FSX once and then removed it. For me, FSX was an end to my involvement with this fun hobby. I guess we all will have to wait and see what MS actually does with the FS franchise. I'm on the fence about a subscription to use MS FS and add-ons. Will we have to purchase a console like the Xbox?Meanwhile, if I can't find employment this year, I'll be in graduate school for a few more years - maybe as a professional student. :( David

Bob,I'm in a similar situation - minus the $2000 or $3000 that I don't have (and won't have until perhaps 2009). Tuition, room & board, car insurance, bills, etc, will take what $$ I have.So, my copy of FSX will be in its box until then. MS Flight Sim has been a casual hobby of mine for 22 years. I guess I'll take a break from it for a few years.Merry Christmas to all!David

Well Crabster,My PC hardware is not as high end as yours, but I did try FSX deluxe for awhile and then decided to remove it from my PC. It'll probably sit in the retail box for 6-12 months, irregardless of a patch. Then I'll decide what to do with it. Bottom line for me: I can't afford to make the hardware upgrade that I really want for FSX. So, I'll be using FS9 for awhile. I love everything I have seen and heard in FSX. However, I think I prefer my other hobby (photography) if I want to see colorful, nice "slides". Besides, I need a break from my 22 years in MS Flight Sim!Cheers, and Happy Holidays to all!David

Or, we can have a survey about Tom's survey!:( David