frame rate sucks...

[jd]

Somebody please address frame rate issues and possible ways to boost. I often fly with a frame rate less than 10, usually 4-6 in a crowd.

Any comments appreciaed, thanks  

[ACE]

I tried Game Booster, didn't work much for me but it might for you.

[Dragon]

A little info on your comp would give us a place to start.  If it's an off the shelf Best Buy system though, without investing some $ for some new parts, there may not be much that we can do.

[gyrene81]

Need more information on your computer. Post a dxdiag, top 3 sections.

[jd]

A little info on your comp would give us a place to start.  If it's an off the shelf Best Buy system though, without investing some $ for some new parts, there may not be much that we can do.

I think you hit the nail on the head Dragon, so my next step is what, a new vid card?

My machine = pentium D processor 820 with graphic media accelerator 950

[fbWldcat]

A DXDIAG will work better than just giving us a few minor details...

[Tigger29]

I think you hit the nail on the head Dragon, so my next step is what, a new vid card?

My machine = pentium D processor 820 with graphic media accelerator 950

More than anything else, that is your problem.  The onboard INTEL graphics is just cra....zy bad.
Set resolution to no higher than 1024X768.  Set textures to no higher than 256 (128 may be necessary).  Turn off all advanced graphics options (they're probably unchecked anyway).  Turn off skins... and after all of that you MIGHT see 25fps once in awhile.

I have a feeling your power supply won't handle a video card, but without some specifications (or maybe at least a model number) there's nothing we can recommend.

[jd]

A DXDIAG will work better than just giving us a few minor details...

I heard you the first time, does it sound like I know what a dxdiag is? Alright im getting pissy now, sorry. I know your trying to help.

E-machine T5224

[fbWldcat]

First time I mentioned it.....

START>RUN> type in DXDIAG

[gyrene81]

I heard you the first time, does it sound like I know what a dxdiag is? Alright im getting pissy now, sorry. I know your trying to help.

E-machine T5224

First, if you didn't understand, search or ask.

Second, when you run dxdiag on your system, look at the bottom of the first tab and click on "save all information", it will create a text file. When you open the text file all the information needed here is the stuff under "System Information", "Display Devices", and "Sound Devices".

Here is your system specs, amazing what google finds:

T5224 Support Information
Specifications
CPU :    Intel® Pentium® D 820 Processor (Dual-Core)
64-bit processor with Intel® EM64T Technology
Each core operates at 2.80GHz | 2 x 1MB L2 cache | 800MHz FSB
Operating System :    Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium
Chipset :    Intel® 945G DH (Viiv™)
Memory :    1024MB DDR2 dual channel (2 × 512MB), 533MHz (PC4200)
Expandable to 2GB
2 DDR2 Slots (Total) | 0 DDR2 Slot (Available)
Hard Drive :    250GB SATA II (7200rpm, 8MB cache)
Optical Drive :    DVD±RW 16x Multiformat Dual-Layer Optical Drive
Up to 8.5GB with Dual-Layer Media
Write max: 16x DVD±R, 6x DVD-RW, 8x DVD+RW, 4x DVD+R DL, 40x CD-R, 24x CD-RW disks
Read max: 16x DVD-ROM, 40x CD-ROM disks
Media Reader :    High-Performance 15-in-1 Digital Media Manager™
Up to 40x faster
xD-Picture Card™, CompactFlash® I (CF), CompactFlash® II, Secure Digital™ (SD), Mini Secure Digital™ (Mini SD), Multi Media Card (MMC), Reduced Size MMC (RS-MMC), MMC Mobile, MMC Plus, Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick Pro®, Memory Stick Pro® Duo, SmartMedia, IBM Microdrive
Video :    Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950
Up to 224MB of shared video memory
PCI-Express® (PCI-E x16) slot available
Sound :    6-channel (5.1) high-definition audio
Amplified Stereo Speakers (USB Powered)
Communications :    56K ITU V.92-ready fax/modem (RJ-11 port)
Intel® 10/100Mbps Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 port)
Peripherals :    Premium multimedia keyboard, 2-button wheel mouse (PS/2)
Ports/Other :    6 - USB 2.0 ports (2 in front, 4 in back)
1 - VGA
1 - Parallel port
1 - Serial port
2 - PS/2 ports (keyboard and mouse)
3 - Audio (Rear): Line-in/Side (Stereo), Front/Headphone (Stereo), Microphone
2 - Audio (Front): Microphone, Front/Headphone (Stereo)
1 - RJ-45 Ethernet port
1 - RJ-11 Modem port
Dimensions :    14.50" (H) x 7.25" (W) x 16.50" (D)
Weight :    21.2 lbs. (system unit only)
Warranty :    1 Year Parts and Labor

You need a new video card to put into that PCIe x16 slot, and depending on your choice of video card the power supply is going to have to be changed as well.

[jd]

I did the dxdiag, ty fbwldcat, it wasnt you the 1st time,sorry, but I dont know how to post it now. thank you to all that have suggestions. Its pretty clear I need an upgrade.

[Skuzzy]

Uhmmmm, if that computer only has 1GB of system RAM, you are going to need to add more to it as well.  Vista requires 1GB of RAM just for itself.

[jd]

Uhmmmm, if that computer only has 1GB of system RAM, you are going to need to add more to it as well.  Vista requires 1GB of RAM just for itself.

OOF

I bet this game ROCKS on a real computer! 

If I get a nice one maybe I'll be dangerous.

Thanks all..

[gyrene81]

OOF

I bet this game ROCKS on a real computer! 

If I get a nice one maybe I'll be dangerous.

Thanks all..

Not that bad.

2GB matched memory, take your pick:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=100007611%20600006042%20600006096%20600006065&IsNodeId=1&name=2GB%20%282%20x%201GB%29

That is all the system will carry.

Decent power supply:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817341017

Enough video card for that system:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150450


Right around $200 and you're set.