Install problems

[oldngray]

I have just done a complete reinstall of FS9 on a new computer. As I have installed addon aircraft and/or scenery I have run FS9 and tested each install. Everything works fine until I install the Dreamfleet A36.

Purchased May 11, order 248219.

Am installing the file "dfa36release1.1.exe" It installs, then proceeds to the RealityXPinstall and trainer install. I have installed the trainer to C:\GNS 430. Text-o-matic installs.

When I run FS9 and select the A36 to fly now at the default KSEA, the aircraft is sitting on the runway in a cold and dark state, no gauges (except AI). A large red X and "inop" appear in the EHSI location. When escaping out, I get a black screen and MS message that MSFS has an error and must be restarted. This only occurs with the A36.

I have uninstalled the program once and reinstalled with identical results. I have not yet attempted to install the float version.

Am running WinXPProSP2 w/all updates, AMD 4000+, 1GB RAM, nVidia 6800Ultra 256 video, 2 Maxtor 120GB in Raid0 (striping).

Assistance please.

donmac

[Lou_Betti]

When you re-install, does it ask for your "key" and 4 digit code?

The only way to install the A36 is to use the original download file which uses the Flight 1 wrapper, and this file is named: dfa36_1.1.exe

Not: dfa36release1.1.exe

If you are running an .exe file that was extracted to a folder during a previous install, this will not work. Only the original download file, utilizing the Flight 1 "Wrapper" will work, and this file appears with a red airplane icon on it.

Every install will require use of your key and 4 digit code.

Or, to make things simple, uninstall the A36, then download this file and run it. When it asks for your key and 4 digit code, provide it, and all should be well. Be sure you are connected to the internet while doing the install.

http://69.61.125.26/dfa36_1.1.exe

Any problems, report back, and we'll get it sorted out.

:-)

Regards,
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[oldngray]

Thanks, Lou... I knew it had to be my fault, and it was. I was using the wrong file as you noted.

Installed and all is fine. Once around the patch at KSEA... it's a beautiful bird, very much like my old V35 and truly does fly like a dream.

Now, I've downloaded the float version. Do I just execute that file? I'll wait to do so until getting the OK.

Many, many thanks for the prompt and complete response. I appreciate it very much.

donmac

[ToddNicholson]

Yes, that file can simply be run as-is. It will install the float version and the small service update.

[oldngray]

Thanks very much. Have finished the install and both work well.

Think I"ll go and purchase the 727 package. The reviews make it sound great!

donmac

[Lou_Betti]

Happy to hear all is well. :-)


Regards,
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