>I am trying to use flight sim X deluxe edition as a study aid for real world
>flying. I just bought this computer about 6 weeks ago and not knowing much
>about computers and not totally trusting the Dell sales rep I decided to get
>this laptop without any upgrades.
>
>The Dell guy warned that with laptops I cannot upgrade the video card and I
>told him I'll take my chances. Now I regret it!
>
>Flight Sim 2004 works OK, (as in "acceptable") but with X I can barely get
>10 frames per second with all performance options set at minimum. I get very
>jerky screens which makes things hard to control.
>
>What options do I have? If I could get 20 Frames per second I would be
>happy. Any suggestions?

>Graphics Mobile Intel 945GM Express Chipset Family

It's even surprising that FSX runs at all, better use FS9 if this is
your only machine, there is a service pack for FSX coming soon that
should help with general performance so you could try again...

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All the Best
Katy Pluta, G4W MVP

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