Directx?


  1. Posts : 1
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
       #1

    Directx?


    So i just installed windows 7 and downloaded DirectX End-User Runtime web Installer
    from ( Download details: DirectX End-User Runtime Web Installer ) and my gpu drivers.

    And i just want to know if that's all i need.
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  2. Posts : 967
    Windows 7 Home Premium 64bit
       #2

    Could update your audio and Ethernet(wireless) drivers as well. Other than that, unless you are
    having problems I wouldn't worry about it. Unlike XP, Windows98 etc... 7 doesn't need to be
    fiddled with much.
    Last edited by rvbfan; 04 Dec 2010 at 16:35.
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  3. Posts : 166
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
       #3

    I'd install DirectX after your GPU drivers, so nothing is overwritten by either installer.
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  4. Posts : 2,588
    Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit
       #4

    I know this is probably redundant, but you're card or system didn't come with an installation CD? They usually attach directx to it's download
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  5. Posts : 53,364
    Windows 10 Home x64
       #5

    DustSailor said:
    I know this is probably redundant, but you're card or system didn't come with an installation CD? They usually attach directx to it's download
    While this is true, it's usually an older version :)

    A Guy
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  6. Posts : 2,588
    Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit
       #6

    A Guy said:
    DustSailor said:
    I know this is probably redundant, but you're card or system didn't come with an installation CD? They usually attach directx to it's download
    While this is true, it's usually an older version :)

    A Guy
    Nah, you have directx 9, 10, or 11 as the most recent. Lower isn't worth it. The best Directx (that is what we're talking about, and not the driver) usually comes on the disk, and it matches what your card can use. Not an older version at all, unless you have an older card
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  7. Posts : 2,588
    Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit
       #7

    kkkk44 said:
    So i just installed windows 7 and downloaded DirectX End-User Runtime web Installer
    from ( Download details: DirectX End-User Runtime Web Installer ) and my gpu drivers.

    And i just want to know if that's all i need.
    So basically, yes, thats all you need. drivers and directx. you're good pal
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  8. Posts : 53,364
    Windows 10 Home x64
       #8

    DustSailor said:
    A Guy said:
    DustSailor said:
    I know this is probably redundant, but you're card or system didn't come with an installation CD? They usually attach directx to it's download
    While this is true, it's usually an older version :)

    A Guy
    Nah, you have directx 9, 10, or 11 as the most recent. Lower isn't worth it. The best Directx (that is what we're talking about, and not the driver) usually comes on the disk, and it matches what your card can use. Not an older version at all, unless you have an older card
    What I'm saying is the CD usually doesn't have the most recent version. It may be DirectX 9c, but not the most recent version. A Guy
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  9. Posts : 166
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
       #9

    That is true with drivers that come on cd's. If you want the latest website go to the manufacturer's website.
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  10. Posts : 2,588
    Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit
       #10

    A Guy said:
    What I'm saying is the CD usually doesn't have the most recent version. It may be DirectX 9c, but not the most recent version. A Guy
    ah, you are right my friend. Windows is usually good about finding updates for hardware, provided you install the base software first. Windows automatically searches for drivers for cards, even if you haven't installed anything yet, but I don't think it searches for directx unless some version is already installed first.

    But I think the reason this cat hasn't replied to his own post is because he has found peace of mind and solved his problem. We are beating a long dead horse friends. But I admit, it is fun!
    Last edited by DustSailor; 06 Dec 2010 at 21:00. Reason: clarity
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