Thanks for your reply I am using Vista.
I starting to think that the X52 Pro is a little pricey and there doesn't appear to be any of them cheap on ebay
I am now starting to think that the Saitek Aviator (AVBR) which retails at around 25 quid may be a bit more palatable price wise. Especially if i decided the FSX malarkey is an utter waste of time.