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Hi guys, what is the current best VR build in the $2k - $2.5k price range. The machine will only be used for DCS VR flying.

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Hi guys. So I have not invested in a new machine yet. I know its WAYYY overdue. What graphics settings should I use for now with a GTX 670 and an Oculus Rift?

Same problem, DCS is no longer playable in RIFT. Is there a work around or can I revert to previous version? It is definitely an issue with the update.

My F15C begins rolling when the sim starts in the air and the controls are overly sensitive. Seems like it could be a trim issue. My A-10 flys perfectly stable and does not shutter like the F15. Thoughts? My frame rate doesn't seem to want to show when I check that as well.

I have tried to install Warthog HOTAS Profiles by Polaris & SchniX and it just is not mapping properly. It just maps a few random commands and all to different buttons on rudders, joystick and throttle. Any thoughts off hand? I have followed the directions and tried many times.

Hello, I wanted to see if there is anybody here from South Florida that I could hire to assist with setting up my quad screen Helios for F15C. Its just a little beyond my knowledge. I have the triple screen setup and working well currently.

Greg, great write up! I am currently getting around 45fps and would like to add the 4th touch screen just like yours. Do you think my setup could handle it? If not, where should I look at upgrading. Currently running 3 27" monitors. Thanks in advance!

Thank you soooooo much!!!! That worked. Looks great! Is there any way to zoom out?

Sorry meant 1920x1080. When I go under options and switch to 3 screens and 5760x1080 the program crashes but runs fine on 1920x1080

Hi all. I'm just installing DCS for the first time and trying to setup a basic 3 monitor setup to start with. They are 27" 1680x1050. Do I need to edit the lua file for this basic setup or is there an easier way to "plug and play"?

I ordered the monitors. Will report back and let everyone know how it works out.

I plan on overclocking.

First off, I would like to thank everyone on this forum for assistance with educating me and convincing me to build a custom machine. I settled for the machine in my signature within my budget. Now its time to choose an initial monitor configuration. Do you think 3 27" monitors is too agressive for the machine I have being bult? Will it be able to produce an acceptable frame rate? Should I consider 3 smaller monitors? Should I consider just running 1 large 37"-40" LED panel instead? Here are the 27" monitors I am considering: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Acer+-+27%26%2334%3B+Widescreen+Flat-Panel+LED+HD+Monitor/4979847.p?id=1218587068725&skuId=4979847 I have looked at so many configurations on this forum and have seen so many great setups! Thanks in advance for input and suggestions.

So far I am considering possibly going with the 670 4gb instead of the 2gb...

Ok, I have had the custom build quote redone. Price is $1,500 and consists of the following: GTX 670 with 2g Video High end 240GB INTEL SSD hard drive total of 16G DDR3 memory Thermaltake V4 mid tower Extreme 650W PSU Cooler master Asus 1155 P8H-77V LE Core I5 2500K Box 3.3 ghz 6MB 1155 8GB Corsair 2x4gb DR3 1600 Kit SSD 240GB Intel 520 Win 7 64 Would you change anything up? All I am cocnerned about is running DCS at the highest frame rates. Thanks again all!!!

Hi guys. I want to spend about $1,500 on my custom build and here is the quote I received from a local computer shop. Thoughts? I want to run 3 monitors and high setting and really want to build upon the initial platform that I purchase. All suggestions would be much appreciated. computer quote.pdf

Ok, so I went from buying a new entry level computer and downloading DCS last week to now returning the computer and planning a full custom build system and configuration from the ground up... Wow... The plan now is to build a custom computer. I will hopefully have a good idea on the configuration this week. Priorities are to make sure I can easily upgrade the machine to keep expanding on the setup. I want to start with something that can handle 3 monitors on the high settings and then upgrade to an additional touchscreen for avionics eventually. I plan on buying the TM Warthog controls and Saitek rudders controls. Also need to decide what to do for head tracking. I will keep reading threads to try and decide on setup options and learn more. All input would be greatly appreciated on monitors, hardware, etc... I want to initially spend about $1,500 on the computer build alone.

Ok so after everyone's input and research on the forum I decided that I have to build my own computer. I will do more research and post a potential configuration before purchasing. Thanks In advance!!!

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Hi all. I just bought a new computer today thinking it would be suffecient to run DCS. I have the setting on the sim all in thier lowest modes (I Beleive) and I still have very delayed movents with my Saitek X45 package. Any suggestions would be much appreciated. The specs on my machine are as follows: Brand new Gateway with: - Windows 8 - Intel Core i3-2130 CPU @3.4GHZ - 6GB Ram - Intel HD Graphics 2000, 6024mb, min grpahics memory 32mb, max 1664mb, processor intel 64 family 6 model 42 stepping 7, processor speed 3392mhz. Any input would be much appreciated.