windows 8.1 and FS

[tonymadge]

Hi chaps, does fs2004 run in Windows 8.1?I only ask as someone told me they could not get it to run, as I am a dinosaur running and loving XP I havn't a clue...

[DaveB]

I've a feeling Ben runs Win8 and at some point, has had FS9 working. Could be wrong though.. I often am

ATB
DaveB

[TSR2]

I haven't had FS9 on here in ages, but I'll stick the default one on and let you know Trev, I'm pretty sure it works fine, but I always use a separate drive for FS which mght be having an impact. I'll get back to you later this evening

[DaveB]

Trev?

You're working too hard mate

ATB
DaveB

[TSR2]

LOL TONY.... sorry mate, I am working too hard Dave

[tonymadge]

I'll answer to anything

[TSR2]

It installed normally, but prompted to install directPlay when I launched it for the first time. I let it install this and all seems well. Some flickerin in Multi Monitor when switching between FS9 and the OS, but that's been common place for years. You can see the screen grab captured both monitors. Click on the image for full size.

[tonymadge]

Cheers Ben I will pass on the info

[WarHorse47]

I've been running Windows 8 since getting my new computer, and have hesitated on upgrading to Windows 8.1.

Since Windows 8 is working fine for me I don't want any upgrade to change any of my video or audio drivers.

Also, I'm really not clear as to what additional benefits Windows 8.1 brings other that improved management of multiple monitors (which I don't have).

Any more comments on these issues?

Thanks

--WH

[TSR2]

Its just a service pack in effect, hasn't done any harm on my system.