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Discussions on WindowsForum.com about DX9 focus on compatibility and installation alongside newer DirectX versions like DX10 and DX11. Users report that many older games and applications require DX9 runtime files even on systems with DX11, as newer DirectX versions do not include all DX9 components. Common issues include missing d3dx9_*.dll files, games defaulting to DX9 mode, and the need to install DX9 separately to resolve errors. Topics also cover artifacting in DX9 screensavers, benchmarking software with DX9 tests, and confusion about whether DX9 can coexist with DX11. The tag reflects ongoing troubleshooting for backward compatibility in Windows gaming.
  1. Saltgrass

    Windows 10 DX 10 Game playing as DX 9

    Since Kemical's comments about the DX 12 situation, I have been doing some checking. I realized Borderlands 2 is playing as DX 9 and 32 bit, which is its normal configuration. But I downloaded Borderlands Pre-Sequel which is a DX 10 version and it is still playing in DX 9 (32 bit). I also...
    • Saltgrass
    • Thread
    • borderlands c++ compatibility directx dx10 dx11 dx9 dying light game configuration game issues gaming lockup multi-core performance restart steam update windows 10 windows 8.1
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  2. NaiyaShamiso

    Windows 7 DirectX10 & DirectX9

    I have been seeing a disturbing ammount of talk on the web, and it could have been there and I ju st didn't notice, about *d3d9* files issues. People talk like DX10 & DX11 are just upgrades to the DX lineup. That is not the case at all. Just because Vista comes with DX10 and 7 with DX11 doesn't...
    • NaiyaShamiso
    • Thread
    • advice community compatibility directx discussion dx10 dx11 dx9 files fix gaming installation issues software support tools upgrade windows windows 7 windows vista
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Games
  3. RustyFalcon

    Windows 7 COD 4 DX9 installation required on top of DX11 ?

    OK, I'm running Win7 7201 64-bit. I installed COD4 1.7 last night and when asked about installing DX9 I selected "No" since my Win7 has DX11 installed. When I try and start either single or multi-player I get an error dialog that reads: "The program can't start because d3dx9_34.dll is...
    • RustyFalcon
    • Thread
    • 64-bit cod4 compatibility directx dx11 dx9 error gaming installation windows 7
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Windows Games
  4. T

    Windows 7 Can DirectX 9c Be Installed Alongside DirectX 11 for Compatibility?

    Can I install Direct X 9c to run along side Dx11? I have an app requires 9c in XP comp mode
  5. P

    Windows 7 Company of heroes no Directx10????

    I just got build 7000 and I can only play the game in Dx9. Dx10 has been grey'd out any ideas? thanks
    • pinkparrot
    • Thread
    • company of heroes compatibility directx dx10 dx9 gaming graphics troubleshooting video games windows 7
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Games
  6. Matt

    Windows 7 Experiencing Artifacting Issues with NVIDIA GeForce 6200 in Direct3D Applications

    Hey all, Just wondering, is anyone having issues with artifacting on Direct3D stuff, like WMP visualizations and DX9 screensavers? I have a GeForce 6200. This is what I'm getting: Link Removed due to 404 Error
  7. kemical

    Windows 7 Explore New Benchmarking Software with Dx10.1 Tests and Stunning Graphics

    This recently upgraded benchmarking software caught my eye as it's got tests for Dx10.1. So if you have a Dx10.1 capable card check it out (it also contains tests for Dx10 and Dx9). I have to say the graphics are awesome too : Link Removed Or Link Removed
    • kemical
    • Thread
    • benchmark dx10 dx9 graphics performance software testing upgrade
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Windows Software
  8. Instance

    Windows Vista Trouble Enabling Aero Glass on Vista 5365 with GeForce 6100 Graphics

    Hi guys, new poster here! I've posted on other forums but they have people who aren't really experts so now i'm here to see if there are some experts here! I have a problem enabling aeroglass on Vista 5365.. It's the 32-bit one. I've got other things working, no problems otherwise except I...
    • Instance
    • Thread
    • 32-bit 64-bit aero glass control panel display issues dx9 geforce 6100 graphics driver motherboard nvidia performance pixel shader registry screensaver settings shared memory tech support transparency user help windows vista
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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