Is it still worth it??

[Hagar]

Hagar it doesn't matter if you install fsx in the default location. It will ask for permission every time you try to do something but that can be easily fixed.

Right click on the folder that fsx is in and click properties & un-tick the box read-only & press Apply. Now it won't ask for permission when you try to install repaints & planes.

OK, thanks Andy. As I pointed out, I haven't got Vista or Win7. I'm only repeating what I've read many times on this & other forums over the years.

It might not be necessary but some respected developers recommend installing FS9 & FSX to the locations I suggested. It shortens the paths & should make them more efficient. It certainly won't do any harm.

[Raoul98]

So i have to instal it into:C/programme files(x86)/fsx?
The (x86) is on my pc! Don't know why but that is the name. And for fs2004 the same but then /fs2004?

[Hagar]

So i have to instal it into:C/programme files(x86)/fsx?
The (x86) is on my pc! Don't know why but that is the name. And for fs2004 the same but then /fs2004?

You can install it to any location you like. I strongly suggest installing to a folder outside the Program Files(x86) directory.*

*This is the default directory for 32-bit software (like FS9 & FSX) on 64-bit systems. 64-bit programs are installed to the Program Files directory. http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_7-files/programs-files-vs-program-files-x86/7d631676-e688-472a-a1bb-eefccfeca6d7

[Raoul98]

Its no provlem to have it in that folder, right. It works fine with me

[Hagar]

Its no provlem to have it in that folder, right. It works fine with me

If it works for you then leave well alone.

[Raoul98]

Maybe that's the best thing i can do! I'm not so very good with understanding the complicated things on a pc!

[Daube]

The main problem in Windows7, just like in Vista, is called the "UAC".

UAC stands for User Account Control. It's a system which was made to prevent non-expert users from performing actions that could be dangerous for the computer. For example, deleting system files etc... Unfortunately, in the end this system is just useless and its only function is to prevent you from using your computer as you want, even if your user is an administrator.

The solution consists in disabling the UAC. Then you don't get problems anymore.
I have Windows7 64 bits. I have disabled the UAC. I just went into my "Program Files(x86)" folder, chose one folder inside, found a text file and modified it with notepad. It worked, and the system didn't ask anything.

The only risk is that after disabling the UAC, you will be completely free to do anything, including fatal mistakes. But as long as you keep cautious, you will be just fine.

[Raoul98]

Daube your' totally right. But maybe i wont do that, i had allot of virusses coming in via my mail. So i want to have no security risk.

[Daube]

Then you just need to install FS in a folder of your choice, instead of the default folder.
For example, in my computer I have three drives. My FSX is installed in "D:\Flight Simulator X\"

[Hagar]

Then you just need to install FS in a folder of your choice, instead of the default folder.

That's what I've been trying to tell him all along.

[Daube]

Indeed ! 

[Raoul98]

Ook but i only have the C drive with programme files and programme files(x86) so what do you suggest

[Daube]

C:\FS9\
It's simple and easy to look for when you'll have to install addons.
But in reality, you're free to choose your folder.

[Raoul98]

So its not neccerly needed to put in one of the program files?

[Fozzer]

So its not neccerly needed to put in one of the program files?

Raoul...

..after 43 Posts and 742 views, my advice would be to insert your FS 2004 disk into the CD/DVD drawer, and just follow the instructions as the installation progresses, in exactly the same way as you did for your previous FSX installation... ...!

Paul...Windows 7...and...FS 2004... ...!