As an existing user of the Saitek X36 as well I can confirm the 2 bits of advice already given.The link Ben gave to simhq is an absolute must for X36/45 users, proper help from users, not the pathetic thing from Saitek
As Sam said if you only use it in FS2k/2k2 you probably won't need the programming bit of the software as you can assign most of the buttons through FS.
However if you decide later you want/need to program the buttons then check out the excellent tutorials at the simhq site. Programming can be a daunting at first until you get your head round some of the concepts.
A great combo and a good price, even better when you substitute CH Pedals
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