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Microsoft Sidewinder Joystick (USB) | Discount Price: $69.95
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Brand: Microsoft
Binding: Electronics
Warranty: 1 year warranty
Features: - Power your game with eight action buttons
- Use the precision throttle with 60 degrees of throw
- Grip the advanced design for comfort and contro
- Plug in and take-off in seconds
- Compatible with Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 Professional, XP Home and Professional
Worth its price [Posted on 2003-11-29]
About a week ago my friend got a flight simulator that I found very enjoyable, but I didn't have a joystick. So I came here and searched around for a while. My friend has the Force Feedback joystick and I intended to get that, however it's quite costly so I decided to get this instead. This joystick works just as well as the Force Feedback (I think it's better, it doesn't tire you out as much), it lasts longer (the Force Feedback has been known to jam up after a while because the motor will break after a year or so of usage), and it costs half the price.
Stay away [Posted on 2003-12-04]
I've owned a Sidewinder for a little over a year. In that year I have reinstalled the software more than 20 times. It seems that whenever I shut down the computer the device driver vanishes. This last time (and it will be the last time) I reinstalled the software and the joystick will still not work. Trying to contact tech support is a nightmare. Bouncing around the microsoft website is a joke. I've tried everything they have suggested, yet nothing. Acessing online tech support they notify me that tech support for this product is not available in the United States- apparently I flew to asia and purchased this product without my knowledge. The final answer to my question appears to be to not buy any Microsoft products.
Easy to install and works [Posted on 2003-12-19]
It's very easy to install, just plug it in a follow the install wizard. It works with regular Windows 98, not just Windows 98 SE and later. It feels more stable that the Logitech Wingman, even though it's less weighty. The handle is a good size and the movement is easy. A great purchase.
Works for me [Posted on 2004-06-05]
Ok, so it's not the best stick around, but I like it.
Not the best, but does the job. [Posted on 2005-03-14]
No instalation required. Though if you start Microsoft Flight Simulator 2000 Professional, and then connect, you have to change the settings. VEry durable! Still works. Only two button are really needed.
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