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I posted for this info over two years ago and got sidetracked so still have not upgraded. And since then I figure the technology has changed a bit, soooo - still looking at a new video card. Current system is a Dell Inspiron Pent core duo E7300, 4GB DDR2 SDRAM with AMD radeon HD 3450 PCIe card ( I have made the recommended ATI adjustments for BHaH), Vista 64 bit. Have the sliders at 2,2,1,2,1, getting frame rates in the 30's but flying in the rain makes it stutter and I'd like to get those sliders up! Also wondering about heat, fans and power supply. Thanks in advance for any advice!

Thanks Olham!! I've actually been around for a few years but dormant for a bit :-) Thank you for your advice - I've found a Diamond ATI Ratheon HD5570 locally for about $65 - would that be a good choice? And are there any things to consider with TrackerIR?

Great find - would be a great addition to the game. Keep the info coming! BTW, to the developers: love the game, love the N28. Have always loved this airplane, never understood the fabric issue on the upper wings and why it could not be corrected. Beautiful airplane - thanks for the development!!

Looking at a new video card, but know just enough to do something stupid, so seeking advice! Current system is a Dell Inspiron Pent core duo E7300, 4GB DDR2 SDRAM with AMD radeon HD 3450 PCIe card ( I have made the recommended ATI adjustments for BHaH), Vista 64 bit. Have the sliders at 2,2,1,2,1, getting frame rates in the 30's but flying in the rain makes it stutter and I'd like to get those sliders up! Anyway, looking this card on newegg (since its $60) XFX PVT96OZDFU GeForce 9600 GSO 1GB 128-bit GDDR2 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card Is this a good upgrade for me, will it fit in my slot/case, will it improve my BHaH experience, do I need anything else (RAM, dual carbs, headers, etc...)? If not a good idea, any suggestions under $100 (the "sneak it by the wife" threshold ) Thanks for any help!

Great info everyone - many thanks. Now, how do I find out how big my power supply is? Its not on my acknolwledgement from Dell. If I open the case will it be printed on the PS?

Thanks Lou - I've been looking around for speed comparisons and now my head hurts.....so when I'm looking at specs what number should I be looking at? Core Clock, Memory Clock, something else, not that simple? (Also, no fair going over the "sneak it by the wife" threshold!) Thanks again, Clay

Anyone up and running Free-track on BHAH/Vista? I started this project, got stuck then got sidetracked. Hope someone has had better luck. Thanks! Clay

Sure - it's a free version of TrackIR, which is head tracking software allowing you to look around by moving your head instead of using the keyboard or a hat switch. Go to www.free-track.net or type either one into Google or YouTube for more info. Cheers!

Wondering if anyone has been successful using Free-track with BHAH and Vista? I started the process, got stuck, then got sidetracked. Hoping someone's had better luck than I have - Thanks, Clay