Re: FS98 joystick & Dell 2004

From: Chris H. (winxpnews_at_hotmail.com)
Date: 04/25/04


Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2004 08:13:34 -0700

I'd not waste time or money trying to keep the old joystick. Just get
yourself a USB version, and don't look back. 8-)

-- 
Chris H.
Microsoft Windows MVP
http://nicecreations.us/
Associate Expert
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"musnkatz" <musnkatz@earthlink.net> wrote in message 
news:8EB8E0B8-B034-4574-92CF-BD5920B1EDEB@microsoft.com...
>I just purchased a Dell Dimension 4600, Windows XP, and am setting it up. I 
>have a Microsoft Sidewinder Precision Pro joystick I wanted to attach for 
>my FS98. But apparently the 9-pin connection isn't appropriate. I also have 
>an integrated sound card. I was told to get SoundBlaster sound card; and 
>told I need a joystick with an USB connection. Any suggestions? Thank you..
> 


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