Logitech Dual Action, Vista, Xpadder

[Desperate Newb]

Hello friends,

I am new to game controllers, having left behind joysticks circa 1997. All I want to do is use my Logitech Dual Action as a joystick for Windows applications and also Fallout I & 2.

I installed my Logitech Dual Action controller software, and found that it did not work with any game or application.

I installed Xpadder tonight, configured it for the Logitech Dual Action, and, the computer still does not recognize the controller. I restarted the computer twice.

I'm sure I'm making a newbie error or two -- please help.

New B

[Jonathan]

When you run Xpadder you will probably see an animated scanning..erm, animation. If you click it it will take you to the Windows Game Controllers Control Panel. If your controller is installed correctly it will appear in the list?