Directx 9.0 compatible graphics adapters to play the Sims 2

Hi i am new here and i'm glad i found this site,

i am terrible with computers and i need help for this game i want to play
the sims 2 ( i know its old) i downloaded it and a the message : failed 2 find directX9.0 compatible graphics adapters in the system .

i have no idea what it mean but ive been trying for a couple of hours to fix it please if anybody can help me step by step i would greatly appreciat it

hello Vanessa
can you tell me what is your graphics card name

Im so sorry i have NO idea what that is... Can you Tell me how to find it? I am using a laptop inspiron1501 dell windows 7 ultimate

Hi vanessa
In short it means that the game is looking for a dedicated graphics adapter that the game needs as a minimum to run. the inspiron1501 dell has an integrated graphics chipset, and a very weak one at that. it's not something that you will be able to fix. the 1501 does not have an option for a dedicated graphics solution, sorry.