Graphic adapter help DirectX 9.0c

Hi, I am also receiving the same message about direct 9.0c when trying to load the Sims 2. I was attempting to delete spyware on my computer and accidentally deleted some sort of video-program in add/delete programs in the control panel. All of the displays on my computer have been weird since [i can't watch DVDs, etc]. Would anyone have any suggestions as what to download? I have an e-machines Shadow K8.
I tried installing DirectX again, and tried troubleshooting my display. On my DirectX diagnostic, it says that DirectDraw [acceleration, 3D, etc] are not available.
Thanks so much!

what was the name of the prog that u deleted?

I can't remember, sadly.

You need to install DX9 from microsoft , Then install proper mobo drivers, and also latest official video drivers ,

No reason for it not to work after this point,

gl,

I'm not sure what a mobo driver is?

Looks like you have some onboard video or old cheap video card,,

Things aren't looking good for you, after you tried DX9 install and video driver install,

still not working,, then you need to buy a new card,, fifty bucks or so,

Okay, thank you anyway.

Tlopop
If you think that this driver is the right one, but doesn't want to install, then try starting from scratch:
-> make sure you have any onboard drivers disabled or uninstalled, either by BIOS or other means. Make sure your video cable is plugged into the correct display port.
-> Download a driver cleaning program from somewhere (i forgot where i put the link, so maybe the other guys can recommend one). Put it on a location you know how to access. If you can't get hold of one, i think you can still do it, just make sure it doesn't auto-install the old one.
-> go to Add/Remove Programs and remove all relating to display drivers (if any) and do the same with Device manager. Reboot into safe mode (hit F8 before the windows splash screen shows and select Safe mode)
-> Run the driver cleaner program, and make sure the drivers are completely off. You should be left with Window's generic VGA driver. Reboot your PC and install your nVidia drivers as per normal. See how you go.

Neonman
Can you confirm that your driver is working ok with other things eg movies, other simple games, etc. or if its/its not specific to the Sims2 game you're referring to?
Any chance you can tell us what the error says?

Alexisonfires
It could be part of the driver program for your video card - download an updated or most stable driver set for your graphics card from emachines support website.
Do you remember anything sounding familiar like ATI, nVidia, Intel etc?
Have you tried a system restore?

in the display tab it doesnt show the name and by manufacturer it says n/a
cant someone please help me! i dont know any of that computer geek language so try to make it simple
thanks

Hello. Ok I am having the same problem with sims 2 as others are. I also need some other help tho. I need to know the way to find out exactly what my video cards name is, etc.. what info I need to be able to look up the drivers needed.then i also need the site i need to goto to be able to download the needed driver..Thanx

Read threads:

Read THIS before you Post a Sims 2 Help Thread!!!

Everest home may help, as linked in my troubleshooting guide in signature.

Ok I looked into my comp and all specifications seem to be met..I get the same common error message- Failed to find any directx 9.0c compatible graphics adaptors in this system. Make sure you have direct x 9.0c compatible graphics adaptor and you have installed the latest drivers provided by your manufacturer...My video card is
Name: Sis 650_651_740
Chip Type:Sis 651 Rev 00

So if any1 knows the site I need to download the needed software, it would be appreciated..

Downloads for SIS chips:
http://www.sis.com/download/

Download for DirectX 9c:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/directx/default.mspx

Hey i have sims2 + eps and it worked on my laptop up until the other day when (i wont go into detail) i was using my laptop and the sims popped up at a REALLY inconvenient time so i went into task manager but it wasnt a task yet so i ended the process (probably wasnt a good idea) and ever since then i have been getting the "failed to find directx graphics adaptor" message...
Ive tried EVERYTHING! i went to ATI but it wont let me install the files because i dont have an adaptor!!!

hi
i have recently purchased the sims 2 and it will not run because i have an intel 82810E graphics controller with a total memory of 4.0 mb.Is there any way to get the game to work ??
please help!

These are my specs:
System - Windows XP Professional SP 2
Adapter - Chip type: SiS 650 Rev 00
AdapterString: SiS Compatible VGA
Driver Version: 6.13.10.2079

Now on the link that you gave, on Step 2, which option should I choose?
I really someone can help I've been stuck on this problem for months (actually more than a year) thank goodness I found this site it rocks

if the driver you wish to download for your graphics adapter is from a card, then select GPU drivers, if its integrated (like yours) then select IGP (integrated graphics processors) drivers to download.

Then step 3 is simply selecting the series for your IGP (650 series)

in order to play sims 2 which requires direct x 9.0c, you have to have a graphics card that supports 9.0c. some cards do not, they may only support say, direct x 8 or lower.

Thank you!



I'm surprised my graphics card isn't listed on Sims 2's System Requirements but I can still play the game. :giddy: