- a set of system libraries for the Windows 10 operating system. The package is supported by a large number of video cards. DirectX 11 was released a long time ago, so almost all the bugs of the initial version have been found and fixed. The package supports many effects that facilitate the development of graphical applications, and which will not work without it installed. The manufacturer claims a significant improvement in the parameters of applications (most often games) compared to previous versions package. First of all, this is improving the image quality (increasing fps), eliminating image errors and unloading video cards.
Advantages and disadvantages of DirectX 11
Significant performance increase over previous versions;
+ easy installation from the official site;
+ availability automatic updates;
+ assistance from the manufacturer in case of software conflicts;
+ Most of the bugs have already been found and fixed;
+ product support from most modern games;
- an attempt to install with software a lot different programs(turn off).
Key features
- optimization of the use of the capabilities of supported video cards;
- a large number of supported video cards;
- support for multi-core processors;
- saving video memory resources when working with 3D graphics;
- use of progressive developments;
- creating complex scenes;
- implementation of graphic effects;
- support for the latest games;
- implementation of the texture compression procedure.
*Attention! When downloading the standard installer, you will need a pre-installed archiver, you can
DirectX 11 set multimedia technologies supporting visual effects in 3D and rich, immersive surround sound that is used in most modern PC games. With the help of DirectX 11 components, the user can fully enjoy realistically executed 3D animation and see even the smallest details thanks to stunning graphics. DirectX 11 has been released for Windows and provides support for stereoscopic 3D when watching videos and playing games. You can download DirectX 11 for Windows 32-bit and 64-bit for free from our website at the end of this review.
Functional
DirectX 11 includes the following components:
- DirectX Graphics - work with objects in 3D format and raster graphics;
- Direct Input - receiving data from information input devices and their subsequent processing;
- Direct Sound - work with sounds;
- Direct Music - music playback;
- Direct Show - work with audio and video (input and output);
- Direct Play - support for online games;
- Direct Draw - greatly enhances video quality to Full HD.
Advantages and disadvantages
DirectX 11 is used by many modern video cards to optimize native performance and supports processors with a large number of cores.
Thanks to the components built into DirectX 11, video memory resources are significantly saved during 3D graphics processing.
Due to the fact that this set was released a very long time ago, almost all the bugs that were present in the original version have already been found and fixed in it.
Thanks to DirectX 11, numerous graphic applications usually games. Using this version of the package significantly improves the work of programs in comparison with previous versions. First of all, fps and image quality are increased, possible mistakes, and also significantly reduces the load on video cards.
The application can be easily downloaded and installed from the official website.
DirectX 11 automatically detects updates and installs them automatically.
In case of software conflicts, the manufacturer always comes to the aid of the user.
The disadvantages of DirectX 11 include obsessive attempts to install a lot of third party programs. If this is not necessary, the user may refuse to install unnecessary software.
You can download DirectX 11 from the official website at the link in this article a little lower, now about the system requirements.
System requirements
- Platform: Windows 7, 8, 10, Server 2008.
- Bit depth: x86 (32-bit) or x64 (64-bit).
- Video adapter: ATI HD7770, nVidia GTX650Ti.
- RAM memory: 2 Gb.
- Audio Card: With DX support.
- Internet: broadband access.
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DirectX is needed to run and normal operation majority professional programs and 3D applications. Incorrect installation or absence of this component in the system entails errors. For example, "file missing d3dx9.dll". The following article will help you install correctly desired version DirectX to your computer.
Introduction. The need for DirectX on Windows
DirectX Library is a set of components for Windows families, which allows games and programs to interact with sound and video devices directly. DirectX-enabled applications take advantage of a range of hardware features and benefits found in your hardware. Thus, performance computer when processing multimedia tasks increases significantly.Download DirectX 9 for Windows 7 (x32/x64-bit)
DirectX 9 is required if you are running older games or programs and see a window with one of the following errors:
- The program cannot be started because the computer does not have d3dx9.dll
- "...missing d3dx9_ xx.dll" where xx- almost any two-digit number.
An Internet connection is required for the online installer, as the installer downloads all the necessary files from Microsoft online servers. Be careful!
On the developer's site you can also find DirectX 9s. However, this version of the libraries is only suitable for Windows XP and below. Therefore, the installation wizard will simply not allow you to start the installation process. The link to the latest up-to-date version is located in the block below.
There is also a full installation package for DirectX 9 that does not require internet access..
Official page with standalone version of DirectX 9 at this moment more does not exist. However, you can download it from our site or from the Microsoft site.
This version of DirectX will also come in handy if the online installer:
- Gives an error message;
- Informs that on the computer the current version is already installed component.
- Open "directx_Jun2010_redist.exe"→ confirm license agreement at the touch of a button Yes ;
- Select location for DirectX extraction files with "Browse..." → start unpacking by clicking on "OK" ;
- Wait for the process to complete → open the folder selected in step 2;
- Run executable dxsetup.exe → follow the standard step-by-step installation procedure.
Figure 1. DirectX 9 installation procedure on Windows 7.Ready. Now you need to restart the computer and make sure the component works by opening an application that requires the DirectX 9 library you just downloaded.
Download DirectX 10 for Windows 7 (x32/64-bit)
Before uploading 10th version, read the following information. You cannot download this variation of the component separately, since it is already built into the DirectX 11 library, which was originally present in Windows 7. The bit depth and year of release of the system does not matter.
You can find out the version of DirectX installed on your computer. You can also see which versions of the DirectX libraries are preinstalled on various operating systems. However, if you experience problems while running 3D applications Problems, follows:
- Update DirectX by downloading the official installer from our resource. For further installation of DirectX 11, you will definitely need an Internet connection;
- Update/Install software part your video card by downloading the necessary driver from the manufacturer's website for devices from Nvidia, AMD, etc.;
- Check for updates. Because the problem can be observed if the update is not installed on your computer KB2670838, which can be downloaded by selecting the bit depth of your OS (download the 32-bit version or the 64-bit version).
Download DirectX 11 for Windows 7 (x32/64-bit)
DirectX 11– the latest version of the component that is supported by the operating system Windows system 7. Just like DirectX 10, it is integrated by default and does not require additional downloads.
If you have problems running programs that need support for this component, you must:
- Install update KB2670838 for your OS (download 32-bit version or 64-bit version). You can also download from the official site on this page (MS site);
- Update your video adapter drivers by visiting your hardware manufacturer's website (Nvidia, AMD, etc.).
Download DirectX for Windows 8 or 8.1
There is no separate component file for these operating systems. DirectX 11 is already integrated into both "eights" and, if necessary, can be updated by installing some important security components from "Windows Update".
remember, that DirectX 12 not supported these OS!
The latest version that you can install on your computer can be found in the chapter:. If you need to use older applications that run on older libraries, you can find it in the chapter: . The version for Windows 7 in this case is completely fits and for the 8th (8.1).
How to find out the installed version of DirectX
This question might have arisen if you were trying to run the latest 3D game and encountered compatibility issues. It is worth noting immediately: Windows 7 does not support DirectX 12 libraries. You can read more about this in the chapter: "". You can find out the version of DirectX installed on your computer as follows:
- Open menu "Start" → enter a query in the search: "dxdiag"→ press key Enter(you may receive a warning about the need to verify the signature digital drivers, it is desirable to agree) ;
- Now in a tab "System" (opens by default), under system information check number DirectX versions in the corresponding line. Figure 2 shows the exact location of the desired point.
Figure 2. We look at our version of the desired component.As you can see, just two simple steps will help you find out your version of DirectX. Also, for the future, you can consider that:
- DirectX 9c is integrated into Windows XP SP2;
- DirectX 10 is integrated into Windows Vista;
- DirectX 10-11 integrated into Windows 7;
- DirectX 11.1 integrated into Windows 8;
- DirectX 11.2 is integrated into Windows 8.1;
- DirectX 11.3 and 12(!) integrated into Windows 10.
Why DirectX 12 can't be downloaded on Windows 7
A user who is seriously interested in modern 3D graphics has recently been increasingly asking the question about Windows compatibility 7 with recently released games. Yes, in system requirements to the recently released parts of the games began to "penetrate" a new DirectX.
However, put latest version Unfortunately, you will not be able to install this component on your computer. This is due to the fact that the only system that supports DirectX 12 - Windows 10. Naturally, theoretically, older versions of the OS are also capable of "pulling" the latest developments in computer graphics.
Only Microsoft decided otherwise. After all, you need to promote the new operating system to the masses, increase sales. Accordingly, in order for end users to still pay attention to the newly released product, it is necessary to introduce certain chips(even if you have to exclude them from old developments).
It is so established that potential buyers see no reason to pay for updates or simply be afraid of surveillance systems built into new versions of the OS. You can dispel all the myths and learn about the advantages of Windows 10 in the next chapter.
Updating DirectX to the latest version on Windows 7 (8, 8.1, 10)
Before reading this chapter, please read the information about best version component that can be installed on your computer (in the form of "OS - the latest version of DirectX"):
- Windows XP - 9.0c;
- Windows 7 - 11.1;
- Windows 8/8.1 - 11.2;
- Windows 10 - 11.3 and 12 (most current version).
If your operating system does not support the desired version of DirectX, do not despair. There is a solution: you can upgrade the system to Windows 10, which works with the latest versions of DirectX, and also contains many other improvements. More about them.
Uninstalling and reinstalling DirectX on Windows 7 (XP, 8, 8.1, 10)
Sometimes some highly specialized programs or 3D games experience errors. This may be due both to the appearance of problems in the application itself, and to installed component DirectX.
Before uninstalling or reinstalling DirectX, you need to make sure that it is malfunctioning and only then take the necessary measures. Note!
If the program or game previously worked correctly, and there were no changes in important system files or drivers, it is recommended to reinstall the application and reset its settings.
It is impossible to remove DirectX from Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10
First of all, you need to pay attention to the fact that in Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10
the DirectX component is integrated, so remove any version of DirectX using the regular means of the OS itself will not work. This is only possible through third-party programs. Attention!
Removing DirectX on these versions of Windows can lead to a number of irreversible consequences, up to complete system failure.
If you are sure that the problem is solely due to DirectX, first reinstall it using the full offline version from the official Microsoft website.
In most cases, the problem will be resolved and you will be able to use any program that needs the DirectX libraries installed.
If the problem persists, go to chapter: .
Removing DirectX 9 on Windows XP using regular OS tools
On Windows XP DirectX 9 (9c) libraries can be removed through the standard system functionality: "Installation and removal of programms".If you are not sure about the failure of a component, it is not recommended to take any action to change its files. The first step is to update the component using offline installer DirectX 9. The version from the chapter is quite suitable for this:. If reinstalling DirectX on Windows XP did not solve the problem:
- Try a different version of the app software that is crashing;
- After taking steps to identify the faulty program/game, check out the errors that may occur during the operation of this component in the next chapter.
Troubleshooting DirectX installation and operation
Before reading this chapter, it is recommended that you read the chapter " Uninstalling and reinstalling DirectX on Windows 7 (XP, 8, 8.1, 10)" to immediately weed out cases associated with a faulty software user.
If the actions from the above chapter did not bring the desired result, proceed to familiarize yourself with examples of errors.
Application startup error (0xc000007b)
An error window with this code may occur when running a number of applications or a single game or program.
In this case, the true “culprit” of the problem is very often incorrectly indicated, because the cause 0xc000007b can become, among other things, the infection of the computer with a virus.
To get rid of this error you need to:
- Check for another application that also uses DirectX;
- Update video card drivers, which can be found on the Nvidia or AMD websites (depending on the manufacturer of your graphics card);
- Install/update libraries «. net framework» , « Visual C++ to current versions. Archive with these system components you can download for free from our website ( only for Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10; word length doesn't matter).
- Fully scan the system with antivirus or free utility Dr.Web Cureit! to exclude the possibility of OS infection with malicious code;
- Restore system files via command line.
In the window that appears, run the command without quotes: " sfc /scannow» → wait for the recovery procedure to complete → restart the computer.
Figure 3. Scan and restore corrupted files system using "sfc /scannow".
- Roll back the OS to a working state through a regular tool: "System Restore" if the problematic application started normally before. This action should be used only as a last resort, or if the previous ones did not help.
"The Direct3D 11.1 API component is not available. A Windows 7 update is required."
If you are using the original image of Windows 7 (whether licensed or pirated), you just need to update the system and install Internet Explorer 11 from the official Microsoft website to fix this problem.
You can download IE 11 from the official site by clicking on this link. Note!
IN Windows builds 7, which cut the update function or other important system services, install Internet Explorer impossible.
The only way to solve the problem with the component "Direct3D 11.1 API"- installation of the original Windows image 7 with necessary updates.
If important OS features are not cut by the author of your build, you need to download an update "KB2731771" which can be downloaded from our website.
Your problem will be solved and IE11 will install normally when you try again.
After the above steps, you must restart your computer for the changes to take effect.
Crashes when installing or running DirectX in certain applications
This chapter lists the problems you may encounter when working some programs or games. In the content, you can find a solution for your (or similar) error code and find recommendations for fixing the problem.
Problems installing DirectX (DXEerror.log, critical or internal error)
Sometimes errors with DirectX also occur when updating / installing it. The solution to each of these problems is quite simple. Before the next attempt to install the component, you must:
- Temporarily disable antivirus;
- Use the recommended settings in the properties of the downloaded file by running it right click mouse in mode "Compatibility Fixes".
Figure 4. Run the installer in mode optimal settings». Files:
If that doesn't help, check system requirements installer to completely eliminate cases of incompatibility of your OS with the downloaded DirectX component.
DirectX won't launch or "Failed to initialize..."
Solution to this problem individually for each user.
Error "Failed to initialize DirectX" occurs mainly when the application itself crashes. To fix this problem, you should update your game / program, installing all the necessary " patches» from the developer.
To do this, you need to visit the forum or website desired application and find the section that describes the solution to the problem. If the above steps do not help, use the recommendations from the chapter:. This will help resolve the issue.
Why you should switch to Windows 10 and DirectX12
Microsoft Corporation is a huge company that has been producing perhaps the best operating systems for computers for many years. However, since version Windows 8, the functions of "surveillance" of the user were integrated into the OS. Not everything is as scary as it seems at first glance, because:
- Firstly, this option is easily disabled at one of the installation stages of any new Windows;
- Secondly, law-abiding citizens should not worry about their personal data at all even when surveillance is turned on, since it is mainly focused on people engaged in illegal activities.
Advantages of Windows 10 over Windows 7, 8, 8.1
Windows 10 is a fast, beautiful and functional operating system. Let's describe some dignity new Microsoft product:
- Of course, support for DirectX 12, which will bring the graphics capabilities of games and computer performance to a new level;
- The system is not attacked by most viruses that seriously affected both Windows 7, 8, 8.1, and XP.
- Requirements for computer components have not increased. This will save the resources of your PC or laptop for running heavy programs and multitasking;
- Support for multiple desktops, friendly design and other features that you would not find in Windows 7 and 8.
DirectX 12: is it worth updating the system for this. Games and graphics for the future
DirectX 12– latest version graphics libraries from Microsoft, presented to the people on " annual conference game developers. Developer companies (in particular, their programmers) have finally opened up a completely new tool to simplify the interaction of the computer software with the hardware.DirectX 12 allows game creators not only to use PC components more efficiently, but also to bring previously unavailable hardware advantages to the graphics process. CPUs and video cards. Company representatives AMD(a popular manufacturer of graphics solutions for gamers around the world) officially noted that new technologies will allow Nvidia to compete with Nvidia in the leading price categories. 
Figure 5. Comparison of mid-range graphics cards from AMD and Nvidia.
While DirectX 12 is only gaining popularity, while DirectX 11 is used almost everywhere.
However, very soon a new version will be implemented in all outgoing projects. Luckily, you can now upgrade to Windows 10 and be fully prepared for the potential game development breakthrough that DirectX 12 is shaping up to bring. The biggest video game and component manufacturers are already creating mini-masterpieces that showcase great graphics and optimization wonders.
Microsoft Corporation with Software Engineers Nvidia made it possible to develop games for the new DirectX now by creating a special driver. Moreover, Nvidia promised to release support for 12th version of DirectX on All released graphics cards compatible with version number 11
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Therefore, a large part of the end users will be able to get a whole new pleasure from video games, and developers will be able to bring computer graphics to a fundamentally different level. Even video cards from 2009 received support for DX 12. More on that in the next chapter.
Nvidia Adds DirectX 12 Support to GeForce 400 and GeForce 500 Series Graphics Cards
The ability to use new graphics processing technologies has been added, including video cards that have long gone out of sale, since there are still many devices from older series on the computer market. Thanks to this, once game versions video level adapters GeForce GTX 570/580 will be able to get a small bonus to the picture quality. However, one should not hope for an increase in performance. DirectX 12 for these video cards is needed primarily so that users can get good compatibility with the new Windows 10 OS.
The results of testing graphical capabilities from a popular foreign site only confirm the above (translated for the site): 
Figure 6. FPS in Battlefield 1 on DirectX 12 and 11, respectively.
Still, the GT 500 series came out a long time ago and cannot boast of good performance when working with new technologies.
But modern gaming graphics cards are already being optimized for DirectX 12. Therefore, a complete transition to a new stage of progress is only a matter of time!
DirectX is a set of libraries for a complete Windows work. Includes the drivers and utilities needed to link the computer's hardware to the system shell. DirectX is needed in order for applications in Windows 7, 8 or Xp to work fully. And some very demanding programs, in particular games, generally refuse to start in the absence of an updated utility. In this case, you should download DirectX 11 for free and without registration from our website and install it on your computer.
In modern games, using Direct X, many effects are implemented that make the image much more realistic. Shadows become softer as they move away from the subject, just like in the real world. Thanks to the new DirectX 11, it has become possible to implement better blurring, and only those details that are in motion.
The picture comes to life. In addition, the reflection of objects and light has been improved. All these and many other effects are implemented in the utility. Download DirectX 11 for free and you can fully enjoy the immersion in the virtual world.
If you are a fan of spectacular computer games in genres such as action or multiplayer online RPG, you should definitely get such useful software as DirectX. Downloading the latest version of this software means getting the opportunity to contemplate computer game the way the developers intended it. With the API (Application Programming Interfaces) library included in DirectX for Windows 7, 8, XP, you can enjoy the 3D video and interactive audio effects of modern games, as well as experience ultra-advanced shading and texture solutions that capture the smallest details. in rendering animation.
At the moment, DirectX 12 is being developed, as soon as it becomes possible to download it, you can always download DirectX 12 for free from our resource.
Possibilities:
- accelerated processing of two-dimensional graphics;
- high-quality display of three-dimensional graphics;
- audio channel mixing and 3D sound;
- keyboard, mouse, joystick processing;
- interaction network card for a multiplayer game;
- support for animation effects in web pages.
Principle of operation:
DirectX is a built-in component of Windows OS. Microsoft is responsible for its development. It is impossible (and not necessary) to delete it, but it is advisable to update it to the most modern version. After all, if the version on the PC and the version on which the game was developed do not match, wait for “braking”. In essence, we are dealing with a set of tools to maintain High Quality and sound, network communication between users, as well as for processing manipulations with the mouse, keyboard, joystick. The software includes several sections, each of which is responsible for a specific function, for example, 3D graphics acceleration or potential analysis sound card for super sounding audio effects.
Pros:
- movement of objects in games without "blurring";
- realistic effects such as smoke, fog, wind;
- contemplation of "almost real" highlights, shadows and weather changes;
- The new version of Direct X can be downloaded for free.
Minuses:
- The new software version requires a modern OS.
Experienced gamers are probably aware that all game discs come with the application we are considering. The game simply won't work without it. But it happens that the version of Direct on the newly purchased disk does not match the one on the computer. That is why we recommend updating DirectX in time. You can download this software for free without registration in a few seconds. The installation will take exactly the same.
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