Microsoft Sidewinder not working (drivers needed)

[Dr. Cossack]

I have a Microsoft Sidewinder Force Feedback Pro joystick, the non-USB version. After upgrading my computer to Windows XP, the joystick no longer works since only the USB version is supported under that OS. There are no drivers available for download (the Win98 ones don't work).

However, the appropriate drivers were included back in Windows 2000. I think that it could be compatible, so I'm looking for those older drivers. The problem is that they aren't available for download from Microsoft's website since they come directly with the OS. I don't have access to a computer running it, nor do I have a CD.

So, in short: could anyone here running Windows 2000 please send me the Sidewinder drivers so I could try and get it working on my computer? Thanks!

[whothis]

Done a search for your drivers and found them at www.driversguide.com.......... to join is free

[Dr. Cossack]

Great, I was able to download the files I needed! I can't get it to work yet, but at least I can make some attempts with what I have. If anybody has experience with getting that joystick to work under Windows XP, feel free to jump in!