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Updating P3D

Postby Splitpin » Tue Dec 06, 2016 8:01 pm

Dumb question time again .... I have recently purchased active sky 2016 and cloud art 2016 , as well as the global airport enhancer pack.
One of these requires the latest version ( enhancer i think) of P3D.

Ive got (not installed ) the latest version of P3D , and also the latest "client" thing ... a small file.
I read somewhere , all i need is the client bit.... is that right ?

Im really worried about losing everything Ive spent months adding to my present version .
Even got a new external drive to install the new version ... just in case i killed the old one.

So .... full install , or just the client little thing ?

Awaiting your informed and much appreciated reply.
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Re: Updating P3D

Postby Ian Warren » Tue Dec 06, 2016 8:07 pm

I'm no help, I'm still getting use to the format , tho I really do like it a HELL OF A LOT !
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Re: Updating P3D

Postby Dinga » Tue Dec 06, 2016 8:38 pm

Hi Splitpin
I think you can just use the client update.That is what I used to update to the last version.
Here is a link to the install instructions.All the info you need on installing is there.
http://www.prepar3d.com/Prepar3D_Downlo ... ons_v3.pdf
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Re: Updating P3D

Postby toprob » Tue Dec 06, 2016 8:39 pm

I've updated Prepar3d through every minor version via the Client update only, except for one when I decided it was time for a clean install. (Well, when I say 'decided' I mean I munted my registry, so had to do a clean install.)
The way they handle the updates is great, you shouldn't lose anything. Don't hold me to that....
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Re: Updating P3D

Postby cowpatz » Tue Dec 06, 2016 9:16 pm

SP this young lady should help you out with her tutorial.

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Re: Updating P3D

Postby Splitpin » Wed Dec 07, 2016 5:16 pm

Thank you wise ones :bow: ... will keep you posted .
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Re: Updating P3D

Postby Splitpin » Wed Dec 07, 2016 7:39 pm

Worked a treat .... CP , that little lady was more than helpful.
All I had to do was download a framework thing .... restart , and I'm away ... cheers gents.
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Re: Updating P3D

Postby cowpatz » Wed Dec 07, 2016 8:16 pm

Yes she produces quite a few good guides and tutorials.
Glad it worked out for you.
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