MY M/S FSX FLIGHT SIMULATOR does not install disk 2 it goes part way then comes up with an...

Hi Roberto,

What you're experiencing can happen when FSX is reloaded onto another computer or hardware has been changed. The usual message that comes up at the end of thirty minutes is:

"Thank you for trying Microsoft Flight Simulator X. The trial time limit has expired. Please activate Flight Simulator to continue playing."

However, you're saying that FSX doesn't recognize your Product Key. Have you previously entered your Product Key and this message comes up or does the message as I have quoted above, come up?

Chris

Hello, Rudy SALTZMANN

Welcome to Microsoft Community.

The FSX Gold Edition is the newer version as it includes the Deluxe Edition and the Acceleration expansion pack.

The activation process can sometimes be tricky, especially on newer operating systems like Windows 11. First, run FSX in compatibility mode for an earlier version of Windows, such as Windows Vista or Windows 7. If you encounter issues with the Acceleration disk not prompting for a key, you may need to edit the registry or use the FSX Software Licensing System Reset Tool. Ensure that FSX is properly installed and activated before attempting to activate the Acceleration pack. Detailed steps can be found here:

Troubleshooting Installation Issues With FSX Deluxe On Windows 11 After System Crash - Flight Simulator X (General) | Flight Sim Q&A Forum (flyawaysimulation.com)

FSX + Acceleration error code 1-80004005 - Microsoft Community

If you are still encountering difficulties, it may be worth considering upgrading to a more recent flight simulator platform such as Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 or X-Plane 12. These platforms have been developed with modern systems in mind and provide a remarkable level of realism and expansive environments.

Yuhao Li

Microsoft Community Technical Support

Thank you for contact us! I'm Anderson, an Independent Consultant and a Microsoft user like you.

good morning

I'm sorry to hear that you're having trouble installing disk 2 of your M/S Flight Simulator X (FSX). It sounds like the installation process is being interrupted by an error, which is preventing the disk from being installed correctly.

Here are a few things you can try to resolve the issue:

Check the disk for physical damage: Make sure that the disk is free of scratches or other physical damage that could be causing the installation to fail.

Clean the disk: Clean the disk with a microfiber cloth to remove any dust, dirt, or smudges that may be interfering with the installation process.

Check the disk drive: Make sure the disk drive is working properly, and that the laser lens is clean and free of dust.

Run the installer as administrator: Right-click on the installer and select "Run as Administrator". This can help if the installer is unable to write to certain folders or files.

Compatibility mode: Try installing the game in compatibility mode for Windows XP. To do this, right click on the installer, select Properties, go to the Compatibility tab and select Windows XP in the list.

Regarding the second issue, Windows 7 SP1 is a service pack that contains updates and improvements for Windows 7, including a number of bug fixes. It is highly recommended that you install it in your system to improve stability and security, it can be downloaded from the official microsoft website.

Thx for the reply..

Steam referred me to Dovetail Games as Steam only host the games. This is the reply from Dovetail...

MICROSOFT FSX, FSX:STEAM EDITION AND MICROSOFT FLIGHT SIMULATOR 2020

If your query is relating to Microsoft FSX or FSX: Steam Edition, please be aware that we have not been responsible for support since August 2019 and you should direct all queries directly to the developer, Microsoft, via their support portal at https://support.microsoft.com. This also includes the new Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 which we have had no involvement with. All tickets received for FSX, FSX:Steam Edition and the new Microsoft Flight Simulator may be closed without any response.

So it's now gone into the Microsoft 'Black Hole'...........

No you can't play FSX on console but a newer version of flight simulator that is being released later this year is currently in closed Beta. Only people signed up for the beta can participate.