Ok I have a radeon 9600, and yesterday downloaded the last catalyst driver update ( the 7.11), ok installed it and everything fine, but then I reinstalled all of my games, and it says:

 

"generic application error. enable debug output for detailed infomation, switching to the reference resterizer",

and then when I click accept, it shows:

 

" Warning: nothing will be rendered, the reference rendering was selected, but your pc has only reduced functionality reference device installed. Install directX SDK to get the full reference device"

 

so what's that directx sdk??, where can I find it?

well, a quick hit on Google gives you a download link: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?familyid=86cf7fa2-e953-475c-abde-f016e4f7b61a&displaylang=en

 

I guess download that since that's what the message says...aside from that, not a clue.

Latest Catalyst may not keep compatibility. I would advise using the Omega drivers.. they are designed for compatibility with a lot of older cards and even mobile ones.

 

(You shouldn't need the DirectX SDK, it is designed for programming DirectX games - it isn't required to play them)

Yeah never mind, solved the problem thanks for the help though