FSX: From 9 fps to 33 fps - Serious Performance Increases

=====IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS=====

Since an installer is now available, and there is no need to convert the textures manually, I have deleted the instructions on how to convert the textures manually. Many individuals simply refused to pay close attention to my instructions, and continued to ask me how to convert, etc., when the installer was already available, and the strings of messages became repetitive. Now, I believe the instructions are a lot less confusing for the average user. However, please leave a comment, if you would like the manual conversion instructions to be re-inserted into this column. Follow the instructions below to download the converted textures.

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Many thanks to WhiskeyMike for making the converted files available for download here on Youtube.

http://www.mileswebsolutions.com/FSXTextureConversion/

The password to the RAR files is "whiskeymike". Use a program like 7-Zip or WinRAR to select all 4 downloaded parts and extract them into one installer. Do not extract the .RAR files individually. Be sure to make proper backups before running the installer.

==UPDATES==

3-18-08: I have tested and found that converting the main FSX\Texture DDS files are safe to do as well, and boosts another 8+ FPS to your FSX experience. Once again, almost no detail in the textures are lost.

12-30-08: Due to some distorted textures being reported such as jetways and bridges, it may also be recommended to do the conversions in DXT3 format. This will not distort the quality of some textures. But then again, my recommendation is to replace the distorted textures with the original DXT5 ones so that the bulk of the textures are still in DXT1 format. I hope this helps.

1-26-09: Many thanks for WhiskeyMike from FSWC for uploading the converted files for everyone to download here off of my Youtube video page. This will ease many individuals' work time and be a more efficient method to providing converted textures to FSX users.

5-02-09: I have deleted my instructions on converting the textures manually, since it had sparked a lot of confusion between members who chose not to carefully read the instructions.

5-25-09: I reinstated the section to clarify which folders within the FSX\Scenery directory. This will clear up some confusion.

6-23-09: Installer was Out Of Service. Reinstated manual conversion instructions until the problem can be properly addressed.

6-24-09: Installer Service back online.

1-27-10: Added section to instructions to clarify that the 4 downloaded RAR files must not be extracted individually.

And finally, don't feel miserable if you don't understand something. Leave a comment here and I will get back to those who need help as soon as possible. I am here to support all of you, to get the best out of FSX on all of your computers. Never hesitate to ask a question.

Thanks for reading this and all the best in flight simming to all of you.

~ Cheers, Steve.

SSSCLimitedTrademark., Youtube.

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[fabioflightschool]

It works very well!! I have increased my Fps of 20-25 Fps per minute!!! That' s great!!!!!

[SSSCLimitedTrademark]

@fabioflightschool Glad to hear everything worked out for you!

[jeessspppp]

Wow, from 10 FPS to 30 FPS! Thank you! :D

[SSSCLimitedTrademark]

@FLIGHTANIMATOR No problem! The installer was packaged by WhiskeyM1ke.

[FLIGHTANIMATOR]

@SSSCLimitedTrademark k Thanks ! :) And did you make this software ?

[SSSCLimitedTrademark]

@FLIGHTANIMATOR Yes.

[FLIGHTANIMATOR]

@SSSCLimitedTrademark So, FIRST Texture Conversions, THEN Rex ? No distortions if I do that ?

[SSSCLimitedTrademark]

@FLIGHTANIMATOR I will recommend running the converted textures on the base installation, and install REX later. This will allow REX to use its proper textures in the simulator and avoid any possible texture distortions.

[FLIGHTANIMATOR]

What will happen if you use it with REX ? Is it ok to do that ?

[SSSCLimitedTrademark]

@rareairplanes I would recommend you use a different program from what you're currently using to extract these files. 7-Zip is the most simple, and WinRAR works as well.