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I have to use the VPC configuration tool to configure the throttle but all calibrations / settings are saved in the device itself. The VPC tool is not running unless changes need to be made. Even my Thrustmasted MFD acts the same way and it has absolutely no interconnected software.

I posted this in the TS forum: Just installed TS3 on a new build (TS3 has worked fine on my old build). When I try to set the PTT hotkey from my HOTAS, it recognizes it but when I hit Enter (or left mouse) to save it it always adds +enter (or +left mouse button) to the selection. Any suggestions? Can hotkeys be manually edited in one of the files? If so, where and which file. There were similar posts going way back through 2020. This was the general response from TS: TS.ChrisRTeamSpeak Staff Feb '20 Joystick and Gamepad support is not included yet. We are working on that. I have no Idea why it was working fine on the old machine. I can set a single press on any keyboard key but that means I have to remove my hand from the throttle or joystick and hunt for that key while in VR. That's not gonna be an option for me. Unfortunately, it looks like I'll have to use VAC from now on. I'll try not to breath too heavily.

Looks like TS might be trying to emulate / compete with Discord https://support.teamspeak.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002746438-When-is-TeamSpeak-V5-releasing-

So, what are your settings post tweak?

All right, the machine is built and running but not without some heart stopping incidence. At first boot there was no signal to the monitor... completely black 🙀... and the VGA light was on on the MoBo. I did all the usual troubleshooting... pulled the GPU and checked the PCIe slot and GPU, checked all connections, tried with one RAM stick and then the other with no joy. I connected the monitor directly to the MoBo and was able to enter BIOS. Installed Windows. While searching for troubleshooting I came across this: Not having display output with latest nVidia 4000-series graphics cards A: If you are not able to have a display output from the brand-new purchased system components (motherboards in specific), please find below suggested resolution steps: 1. Temporarily move your monitor’s display signal source to the motherboard side. Seek for graphics cards’ product page for firmware update and follow suppliers’ update instructions. Sure enough, on Nvidia support site... NVIDIA GPU UEFI Firmware Update Tool Yep, that fixed it. I suppose Nvidia isn't broadcasting this more because of the poor press on the 4000 series cards. Anyway, I've updated all drivers, messed around with Windows settings and just did a fresh install of DCS which took overnight and more to DL all the modules. Now to DL IL2... I have to do some cable management tidying and rearranging my desk to allow two PCs to run. Does anyone remember which files to port over for control bindings in both DCS and IL2? I'll try to make tonight's DCS practice but will probably still be on my old machine.

@Snaggle? Do you remember what the fix was? I think there were issues with CH stuff. Are you using any of the 3rd party peripheral software? Make sure that any 3rd party stuff is disabled and maybe even removed. (Of course, Virpil and Winwing use their own calibration / tweak software (I have both, Virpil CM3 throttle, Winwing stick) but they don't need to be and shouldn't be running when in game. You DO have "Mouse" unchecked in "Input Devices"... yes? Try sending a PM to Wardog5711 on the IL-2 forum regarding the tickets. I feel your pain...

I noticed a bunch of "Camps" (shown on the map with red arrows). May be a position that can be used as alternate airfields. Ground is flat and not soggy. I landed OK but had difficulty getting enough airspeed to take-off. Only tried it once though. Needs more testing.

I decided to order. 😱

Yeah Gus, I just found this out at the NZXT Discord. Great and helpful people there.

The folks ay NZXT Discord were extremely helpful. This is what Typhanie came up with. Very convincing argument regarding AMD CPU. https://pcpartpicker.com/user/rkdodge/saved/#view=MCBXRB

My lenses are based on my bifocal prescription and there is a definite sweet spot. Getting a new prescription based on 1.5 meters sounds like a good plan.

How does this look? Copy / paste from here: https://pcpartpicker.com/user/rkdodge/saved/#view=KxDPJx Component Selection Price CPU Intel Core i9-12900K 3.2 GHz 16-Core Processor $459.00 Buy CPU Cooler Corsair iCUE H150i ELITE CAPELLIX 75 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler $159.99 Buy Thermal Compound Arctic Silver 5 High-Density Polysynthetic Silver 3.5 g Thermal Paste $7.49 Buy Motherboard Asus ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI Micro ATX LGA1700 Motherboard $322.99 Buy Memory Corsair Vengeance 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-5200 CL40 Memory $134.99 Buy Storage Samsung 980 Pro 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive $99.99 Buy Video Card NVIDIA Founders Edition GeForce RTX 3090 Ti 24 GB Video Card $1449.00 Buy Case Phanteks Eclipse G360A ATX Mid Tower Case $89.99 Buy Power Supply Super Flower Leadex Platinum SE 1200 W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply $179.99 Buy Operating System Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM - DVD 64-bit $99.99 Buy Case Fan Cooler Master SickleFlow 62 CFM 120 mm Fans 3-Pack $59.99 Buy Total: $3063.41

Pantherculese has the same rig and I found out some of the parts that are actually installed. The total on PartsPicker is actually $2775 so not as great a deal as I thought. @Lipfert What's the reason?

I have the VR Wave as well. WAY better than spectacles!

It seems that there are still issues with AMD products and IL2. I think I'll go with Intel and Nvidia (but I'm holding my nose in doing so).

I'm leaning toward this: https://www.newegg.com/p/3D5-000Z-000D9?Item=9SIA08CJ7U8104 But I'll be giving up being able to specify the actual components. I did a PartsPicker with the specs as close as I could estimate and came up costing about $600 more if I built it myself.

I posted this on the IL2 forum: Time for a new PC. I have a budget of about $3000 but can go up a bit if necessary. I've been doing numerous Partpicker build examples and also looking at pre-builds. My head is swimming. I built my last PC and would have no issue building this one but it seems that pre-builds might be a better deal initially. It seems that there are lots of companies out there. Does anyone have recommendations for reputable builders? Also, I'm wondering about the 7900XTX coming out in Dec. I've always had Nvidia but they seem to be overpricing everything at this point (not to mention the melting connector fiasco... yeah, probably user induced by not fully seating the connector but their response has been not very reassuring). Seems like a good GPU for the price. Thoughts? And the CPU... again, I've always been Intel but what about the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X? Looks good as well and has been recommended by others. I seem to recall an issue with IL2 and AMD though. This will be a dedicated gaming PC with VR emphasized. Besides IL2, DCS and MS Flight Sim are the main interest. Because of DCS antiquated game engine, high end components won't make as much difference but I would think that MS Flight Sim would benefit. IL2 runs surprisingly well in VR for me as opposed to DCS. And DCS may, in the future, switch to a multicore engine. Bottom line is that I'm now retired and on a fixed income so I need to future proof as much as possible. I may be able to do some upgrade in the future but this will possibly be my last all new PC. I would greatly appreciate suggestions from those more knowledgeable about the tech involved than I am (I know you're out there since I've seen some really good posts on the subject). Any advise? @Snaggle I've also looked into NZXT as you recommended... thanks! I just want to check out all options.

All good with 1.2.2. The OpenXr menu came up and Necksafer worked. I didn't notice any FPS increase from 1.2.1 though... 25FPS on Enigma (though it was microstuttery today... about 55 players on).

Checking now.

https://forum.il2sturmovik.com/topic/81449-tobruk-attack-ludicrous-vr/?do=findComment&comment=1233002

I had Open XR Toolkit 1.2.1. Looks like the latest is 1.2.2. Updating now.

Tried these settings and did get a pretty good increase in FPS on Enigma. Average 20fps. I does look primitive though. I guess it's what it is if I want to fly VR there though. Il2 is MUCH more VR friendly... but it also is what it is. Hoping to upgrade to a new PC by Christmas.

Got it. Updated. I'll wait to do all of the other updates until after practice tonight. Thanks!

Thanks! Time to celebrate...

@Gus, how to update this? I show OpenComposite.exe as version 1.0.0. Do I re-download and run the OpenComposite installer?