Phoenix: Problems (and Solutions) Updating to Newer Versions

[artfulldodger]

Originally Posted by Severian

Glad you got it downloaded Ant!

Happy New Year,
Sev

I have an old version of phoenix it is v1.05. I was able to keep it updated via the phoenix web site up to v4 and all was well.,, but now i have re formatted my HD and reinstalled phoenix from the original disc v1.05 it will not allow me to update as all the update downloads are from v3.0 onwards.
How do i get from v1.05 to v3.0 ???? I have tried the links above from severian but they dont seem to exist anymore.

[Coyn]

I just noticed that the file I downloaded from Phoenix doesn't have the 'k' in it. Try the link below instead.

http://www.phoenix-sim-files.com/upd..._40_update.exe
http://www.phoenix-sim-files2.com/up..._40_update.exe
http://www.phoenix-sim-files3.com/up..._40_update.exe

[Jays200]

Originally Posted by artfulldodger

I have an old version of phoenix it is v1.05. I was able to keep it updated via the phoenix web site up to v4 and all was well.,, but now i have re formatted my HD and reinstalled phoenix from the original disc v1.05 it will not allow me to update as all the update downloads are from v3.0 onwards.
How do i get from v1.05 to v3.0 ???? I have tried the links above from severian but they dont seem to exist anymore.

Interested in this also as won't auto update from original v2.00n CD

[EVERNIN]

Me, another one on the list with the same problem.
I tried to get a new software dvd with latest version fron phoenix web page the sell for 12.95 euros, but my purchase was not successful, I will contact them.

[puzom]

Just install whatever version you have on disc and use the big update from post #22

[Iskareot]

I am kinda ticked.. since the start of Phoenix, I have not had one issue.. NONE.. installs went well, updates flawless no problem at all.


This last one? Wow.. what a mess. It hangs as its loading towards the end now.. I have had to restart, etc.. who knows what.

I have NO idea what was in the last update but my rig does not like it.

Fyi - I am an IT Director and know a few things sadly.. and what I do know is that this version is not running well.

*I of course maintain my machine... so yeah that's not a issue. Very sad to see this act like this now.

[Iskareot]

Found the issue, it is USB related. If you are having a issue loading, actually load it without the USB dangle cord. Put it back in when prompted.

This happened to a few friends on mine now.

[Al T]

I was so excited about upgrading my computer. In the past I always kept my aging sim program up to date, version 4. Just went through loading up all the programs including my Phoenix sim. I was shocked when it would not automatically download the updates. Went to the Phoenix site and tried the manual download. Then I read the notice that it only works for version 3 or newer. Regrettably it is version 2.5 that I have. Thankfully checked here and voila, did the posted download and all is once again good in heliland.
Thanks to the guys who share this information and keep the stickies accessible and current. Great community.

Cheers
Al

[fricotin]

Regarding post #22 there are 3 files, are they the same ? or do I have to download all three of them ?

[Praztek]

Originally Posted by fricotin

Regarding post #22 there are 3 files, are they the same ? or do I have to download all three of them ?

A buddy at my field is having a similar issue with his version 2.5, which of the three files should he use, or all ?

[Praztek]

Anyone ?

Originally Posted by Praztek

A buddy at my field is having a similar issue with his version 2.5, which of the three files should he use, or all ?

[billysollux]

You only need one of them.... they are links to the same software located on different servers

[Praztek]

Originally Posted by billysollux

You only need one of them.... they are links to the same software located on different servers

Thanks !

[franknsled]

The links in post#22 no longer work. Do I have any options other than a new dvd? I'm trying to update version 2.5u

[FrY10cK]

Originally Posted by franknsled

The links in post#22 no longer work.

The first link is working for me but it's downloading slowly.

I have my original Phoenix v2.00n CD and dongle made for Win XP (and maybe Vista). I just put it on a Win 7 machine and it runs but won't update either manually or automatically.

[franknsled]

first link just started working. Wouldn't work an hour ago
Guess I'll know in an hour and a half

[franknsled]

I now have version 4.0p. Took almost 2 hours but I got it!!

[FrY10cK]

The links in post #22 worked for me and I'm all updated now.

I love Phoenix but what a PITA that the updates from v2.00n to current are not visible (at least to me) on the official phoenix website. Worse, Phoenix developers have no way to contact them.

Horizon Hobby was good about answering my email but wanted a photo of my dongle (no,my name is not Anthony), the original 2.5" CD, a receipt, and on and on before they would help me.

Those files linked on post #22 are the ticket if you have an old version like mine. I'm burning a copy to CD just in case.

Again, it's a real pain that there is no info (that I can find) on the Phoenix site about upgrading from v2.00n. To reiterate what someone else said, the file phoenixRC_ANY_40_update.exe downloads very slowly but it works like a charm.

[ozziefann]

I got a new laptop for xmas. I went to set up my sim and stuck on ver 2.5 and to my disbelief the phoenix website does not upgrade to 3.0. Thanks to helifreak and this forum, I used the first link and it worked like a charm.
Thanks.

[CAMOMAN]

I have version 1.03 and downloaded the first link on post #22 downloaded in about 2 hours and now I have my Phoenix up to date and loading all the new models.....Thanks for the information in this sticky!!!!!!!!