FSX: Setup and installation

Today FSX is, although not the most modern, but it is one of the most popular versions of flight simulator, but many people who are interested in this game, do not know how carried in FSX setup and installation of the various options.In particular, in addition to the standard options, the game provides the opportunity to use more of a number of add-ons to increase the realism.

Immediately it is worth noting that before the installation of add-ons will be in FSX, setting games and all the other steps, you should remember the fact that almost all the really interesting addons are paid.

System requirements

Before installing the game you will definitely need to have to understand that the game is quite demanding on computer resources.This math here is extremely simple - the more you choose to use add-ons, the more realistic is the model you used the aircraft, and the less satisfactory will be your FPS.It is because in order for you at least had an actual parameter settings in FSX, your computer must meet the following specifications:

  • Windows XP or higher (it is recommended to use Windows 7, 64-bit).
  • Intel Core 2 DUO, having a frequency of at least 2.8 GHz.
  • RAM: 2 GB or higher.This memory affects the number of frames per second, so if you want to improve something in your computer for this simulation, you should start with this.
  • Winchester: any modern drive free space which is not less than 100 GB.It should be noted that in the process of selecting the hard drive should pay special attention to such parameter as spindle speed, which should be 7200 rev / min.
  • Video: better use of cards GeForce, since Radeon users may experience some problems.The GeForce GTX 460 or higher - the best option.

In addition, you must necessarily present a joystick, because without it is almost impossible to play.Which one to choose the best - it is your personal choice.Setting FSX joystick is often quite simple, because all devices attached instructions.

Installation

Before you will be in FSX setup parameters, the game should be more properly set, and this is done as follows:

  1. Installation of the simulator.Once it is installed, it is recommended first to come in and go out, in order to initiate the formation of the necessary configuration data.
  2. Installing add-on.After you have carried out installation and configuration of FSX, you need to put an extra pack.This step is extremely important, as this addition there is a variety of package fixes that solve most of the known problems.After you have installed the pack, it is recommended to reboot your computer immediately, after which it will be possible to run the simulator.

Setting

Immediately it should be noted that the fine-tuning of FSX is not so easy for ordinary users, as there are many options.That is why we will address only those that will impact on the quality of the pictures on your screen, as well as the number of frames per second.The following settings can not claim the title for the best, because these do not exist - it is the main option, from which you can make a start, depending on your needs.

main thing is that the slider "General" was at the maximum level, as required by the overwhelming majority of manufacturers of aircraft.Once the parameters are set at the maximum level, exit the simulator to save them in a file, and then enter it in order to make sure that the settings have been successfully downloaded.Now you can close the simulator, as fine-tuning FSX provides for the introduction of several options manually.

To do this you will need to initially run in the "Start" menu command "Run" and then enter in the following line appeared: notepad% APPDATA% / Microsoft / FSX / fsx.cfg.

Setting CFG FSX is as follows: in the opened notebook you want to add a few parameters to write the following:

[Display]
TEXTURE_BANDWIDTH_MULT = 70
[GRAPHICS]
TEXTURE_MAX_LOAD = 4096
[Main]
DisablePreload = 1
FIBER_FRAME_TIME_FRACTION = 0.33
[TERRAIN]
TERRAIN_MAX_AUTOGEN_TREES_PER_CELL = 1200
TERRAIN_MAX_AUTOGEN_BUILDINGS_PER_CELL = 1000
[BUFFERPOOLS]
PoolSize = 12000000

Installing addons

course FSX configuration allows good realistic atmosphere flight, but in reality to reality, it is quite far.It is for this reason that today the Internet can find a lot of variety of add-ons that add variety to the game realistic landscapes, clouds, various models of aircraft, weather conditions and so on.It is worth noting that if you will be setting detailed FSX after installing add-ons to add planes, you will notice that each switch or lever on the added models in almost all cases, working as on a real machine.Installing add-ons recommended by turns.

FS Global 10

This addon allows you to change the standard grid surface of the earth, making it a much more detailed, having a resolution of up to 19 meters.Immediately it is worth noting the fact that the size of the add-on is approximately 21 GB, which is quite a significant amount for most modern computers.But if you're not gamers and use their car just for favorite simulator, in which case you should be quite enough of that, but then you notice that none of the graphics settings in FSX you no longer need - and it is so incredibly beautiful.

Ultimate Terrain X Europe

European part of the card becomes more detailed.In particular accrue road markings, and other additional texture.The scope of the addon is 1.5 GB.

ORBX Australia

excellent addon that allows all the realism of the Australian continent, which definitely notice any user.Note that the addon is composed of four different parts, and therefore the size of the add is about 3.5 GB.

Other scenes

Today, the Internet can find a lot of variety of scenarios that are appropriate for different parts of the world, or even of individual countries.For example, special attention deserves the script Hawaii, and you can find a lot of detailed airports.Simply go to the SIM market and find what you like best.

Real Environment Extreme

This addon can be called the best of all existing in the clouds.In people it is called for short REX.FSX setting then becomes more difficult as realistic textures make once the thrill of flight more enjoyable.

Addon allows you to add photorealistic clouds, as well as a variety of weather conditions, but more importantly - it makes a realistic water, turning the flight into the storm amazing emotions.Also, it uses a special weather engine, with which you can download real weather at a certain airport and its surroundings.The scope of the add-on in the starting version is 4 GB, and an update to his lead of about 100 MB.

MyTraffic 2010

After you install this add-on you can see a realistic traffic in the skies and at airports.It is worth noting that it does not affect the number of frames per second, but it makes flying more atmospheric.In this addon included quite a number of different aircraft models equipped with the livery of actual companies.

FsPassengers

With this add-on you can create your own airline to fly a variety of virtual planes, engaged in transportation of passengers and earn money.Skill addition fairly high quality, with on board the aircraft when necessary, you can even hire a crew, to provide passengers in-flight conditions, and perform a host of other interesting activities.Supplement substantially increases the interest in the game in FSX online.

FSUIPC

With an installed FSUIPC for FSX settings do not change much, because addition is not too large.However, most people use this supplement for the reason that it is mandatory to install a number of other add-ons.In other words, to set FSUIPC for FSX settings of other add-ons after installation more accessible, since they can be connected to the simulator for the exchange of necessary information.

FlightSim Commander 8.5

This utility provides the ability to plan the route of flight.Of course engage in planning the route you can directly using a special scheduler that originally present in the simulator, but this addon allows you to make it more convenient for most users.Thus, you can easily plot a route through different VOR-beacons, as well as view map specific airport.

initially planning the route itself in the program, and then save it in a file format .pln, already open directly in the game and you can start flying.If you want to give yourself even more realism, in this case, you can use real cards Jeppesen, who prefer to use real pilots today.Such cards contain all the information you need, including the circuit layout rulezhek and more.

Ezdok Camera

If you are already tired of the constant repetitive camera angles, as well as an overview of uncomfortable inside the cockpit, then in that case you will need one of the most important additions - a Ezdok Camera.FSX setting with its complicated installation of additional add-on options, but rest assured that after the installation of your flight will be much more pleasant, and the pilot then becomes an order of magnitude more comfortable.After purchasing the add-on for him initially download the update.

If you did not work with the settings or unable to adjust certain elements, in this case, do not forget that in the simulator there is also a built-in tutorial.Translation into Russian is made very, very well, so even the most novice do not arise any serious difficulties in order to understand the azah FSX, and familiarity with this great simulator is to start with him.Once you start to take training missions with an instructor, you will have the opportunity to test their knowledge into practical experience.