3D intialization error on installation

OrnjPeel

Pre-Searing Cadet

Join Date: May 2005

AMD 1.3 mhz
Ge-force mx 4000 128mb pci
256mb RAM
Directx 9.0c
Video driver v71.89

I can't finish my installation without getting a 3D output error.....HELP ME PLEASE!

Guillotine

Ascalonian Squire

Join Date: Apr 2005

Even if you do successfully install GW, you're going to have problems running it. You need a new processor, videocard and more RAM!

Lestaticon

Ascalonian Squire

Join Date: May 2005

Quote:
Originally Posted by OrnjPeel
AMD 1.3 mhz
Ge-force mx 4000 128mb pci
256mb RAM
Directx 9.0c
Video driver v71.89

I can't finish my installation without getting a 3D output error.....HELP ME PLEASE!

Run dxdiag, let it finish scanning, and save the log file. Open the log file in notepad and copy/paste the contents of it as a reply to this thread. To run dxdiag, press START then select Run and type in dxdiag.

In the meantime, you should try downloading the most recent video drivers from nvidia for your card and windows. During this process, it would be a great idea to uninstall your current drivers and use Driver Cleaner to remove those old drivers while you are booted in windows Safe Mode. Do a search on google if you need help booting into safe mode for your version of windows. While in safe mode, you can delete/uninstall your old video drivers easily. Once that's done, boot into regular windows and install the updated nvidia drivers.
You can download driver cleaner from
http://www.drivercleaner.net/dc.htm

Read the instructions on how to use the program.

However, before doing any of these things, go to http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com and install all of the critical updates for your version of windows. Let is scan your computer to find these.

Post back if your problem is solved or if you have other questions, or to post back the log files.