D3dx9_27.dll is an important Windows file that is required for the proper functioning of software programs that use DirectX.
The names of some Windows based games that use the d3dx9_27.dll file are listed below:
- Microsoft Age of Empires III : The WarChiefs
- Microsoft Age of Empires III
- Microsoft Age of Empires III
- Microsoft Zoo Tycoon 2: Dino Danger
- Microsoft Zoo Tycoon 2: Endangered Species
- Microsoft Zoo Tycoon 2: African Adventure
- Microsoft Rise of Nations: Rise of Legends
- Microsoft Flight Simulator X Standard
- Microsoft Flight Simulator X Deluxe
- Microsoft Flight Simulator X Deluxe
D3dx9_27.dll error
When you try to launch a Microsoft based game that uses this file, you may receive error messages similar to the ones shown below:
?The d3dx9_27.dll file was not found?
?D3dx9_27.dll file is missing?
What causes these d3dx9_27.dll errors?
These d3dx9_27.dll errors may occur if the file is not copied correctly on your computer or if the file is corrupt.
How to resolve d3dx9_27.dll error messages
Install the latest DirectX End-User Runtime Web Installer
To fix the above d3dx9_27.dll error, download and install the latest version of DirectX End-User Runtime Web Installer from the Microsoft web site.
I?m receiving the ?d3dx9_27.dll? error when I try to install Microsoft Age of Empires III ? What should I do?
If you receive the ?d3dx9_27.dll missing or not found? error when you try to install a Microsoft-based game, you need to manually copy the d3dx9_27.dll file from the Disc 1 CD of the original game CD Pack (in this case it will be Disc 1 of the Microsoft Age of Empires III game CD pack) to the folder where you have installed the game.
Here are the steps to follow ?
- Insert the CD 1 of the Microsoft Age of Empires III game into your CD or DVD ROM.
- Double-click the My Computer icon on your desktop.
- Browse to your CD or DVD drive.
- Locate and double-click the DirectX9 folder.
- Double-click the Apr2005_d3dx9_27_x86.cab file.
- Depending on whether you use the 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows operating system copy the file listed below:
- For 32-bit version, copy the d3dx9_27.dll file.
- For 64-bit version, copy the Apr2005_d3dx9_27_x64.cab file.
- Locate and double-click the folder where you have installed the Microsoft Age of Empires III game (if you are getting the error with a different game then open its corresponding game folder).
- Right-click on an empty area and click Paste.
The error should now be resolved and you should be able to play your game.