SideWinder Force Feedback Joystick Does Not Work with ISA and AC 97 Audio Cards (267888)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition
  • Microsoft SideWinder Force Feedback Pro

This article was previously published under Q267888
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SYMPTOMS

When you have an ISA audio card and an on-board AC 97 audio card, the Microsoft SideWinder Force Feedback Pro joystick may not work with certain games software. The joystick may not even be listed as an input device option with certain games.

CAUSE

This is caused by the on-board AC 97 audio card. Even if the card is disabled, the SideWinder Force Feedback Pro joystick does not work.

RESOLUTION

Microsoft has confirmed that this is a problem in the Microsoft products that are listed at the beginning of this article.

MORE INFORMATION

The third-party products that are discussed in this article are manufactured by companies that are independent of Microsoft. Microsoft makes no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding the performance or reliability of these products.

Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:8/8/2006
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