CheckDeviceType Failed! Error Code 16

[nightmarestang]

I updated to Win7x64 and have not been able to run FG on my laptop. I have gone through and updated all the drivers possible (some refuse to run since they aren't made for Win7). I am also running DirectX11. Any ideas?

[Zeus]

I believe that error relates to whether the graphics card you have is able to offer hardware acceleration.

It sounds like the card either isn't up to the spec required by FGII or there's an issue with its drivers. How much dedicated graphics RAM is available on the card and whats the make and model of the graphics chipset. Also is this a full blown laptop or a lower cost netbook?

[Moon Wizard]

From looking at the CheckDeviceType function online, this error will only occur if your graphics card does not support hardware rasterization or back buffers.

I'm guessing that you are trying to run FG on a netbook or compact laptop of some kind, that has reduced graphics capability.

Regards,
JPG