This file is one of many contained in the DirectX software collection. Since DirectX is utilized by most Windows-based games and advanced graphics programs, these errors usually show up only when using these programs.
D3dx9_32.dll Errors
There are quite a few different ways that d3dx9_32.dll errors may show up on your computer. Some of the more common d3dx9_32.dll error messages are listed below.
File d3dx9_32.dll not foundThe file d3dx9_32.dll is missingD3DX9_32.DLL is missing. Replace D3DX9_32.DLL and try againD3dx9_32.dll not found. Reinstalling might help fix thisMissing component d3dx9_32.dll
These errors typically appear when a software program, usually a game, is started. Occasionally, d3dx9_32.dll errors will display after a game is loaded but right before gameplay begins. In non-game applications, the error might appear before certain advanced graphics features of the program are used. Some common games and graphics programs that have been known to generate d3dx9_32.dll errors include FPS Creator, Civilization IV, Geometry Wars, Virtual Tennis 3, NoLimits Fairground, FIBA Basketball Manager, Barbie as the Island Princess, Autodesk 3ds Max, Silent Hunter 4: Wolves of the Pacific, F.E.A.R. Perseus Mandate, VGMTrans, and more.
How to Fix D3dx9_32.dll Errors
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If you’re not interested in fixing this problem yourself, see How Do I Get My Computer Fixed? for a full list of your support options, plus help with everything along the way like figuring out repair costs, getting your files off, choosing a repair service, and a lot more. The error might be a fluke or one-time issue, and a simple restart could clear it up completely. It’s unlikely this will fix the problem, but restarting is always a good first troubleshooting step. The same installation program works with all versions of Windows. It will replace any missing DirectX file. Sometimes, though not often, the version included on the disc is a better fit for the program than the latest version available online.
