What is causing the d3derr_notavailable (8876086A) error?
We investigated this particular issue by looking at various user reports and the repair strategies that are commonly being used to fix this particular problem. As it turns out, there are several different culprits that might trigger this particular issue
Method 1: Updating DirectX to the latest version
The most common cause for this particular issue is an outdated DirectX version. It’s entirely possible that the reason why you’re getting the d3derr_notavailable (8876086A) error is that your OS is missing the environment necessary to support the graphics action that is required. Several affected users have reported that they managed to fix this problem by updating the DirectX version to the latest by using the DirectX web installer to bring your system up to date. Here’s a quick guide on updating the DirectX version to the latest using the web installer: If you’re still encountering the same error d3derr_notavailable (8876086A) when trying to open an application or game, move down to the next method below.
Method 2: Running the program/game in compatibility mode
If you’re encountering this issue with an old application or game, you might be able to resolve the issue with no additional action just by running the main executable in compatibility mode. This method is typically reported to be effective in scenarios where the error is encountered on Windows 10. Here’s a quick guide on running the application that is triggering the d3derr_notavailable (8876086A) in compatibility mode: If the d3derr_notavailable (8876086A) error is still occurring even when you run the program in compatibility mode, move down to the next method below.
Method 3: Updating graphics card drivers
If you’re encountering this issue while trying to launch an emulator or game (before the GUI is loaded), it’s likely that you’re encountering the issue due to an outdated or corrupted GPU driver. Some users have reported that they’ve been able to resolve the issue by updating their dedicated GPU drivers to the latest. Although this procedure is mostly confirmed to work on Windows 10, you should follow the steps below regardless of your Windows version if you’re still encountering the d3derr_notavailable (8876086A) error. Here’s a quick guide on updating your GPU drivers in order to resolve the DirectX error: Note: In the event that Device Manager fails to identify a new driver version and you’re sure that a newer version exists, you can install the latest version using the proprietary update application. Every major GPU manufacturer includes software that will automatically identify and install the appropriate graphics driver based on your GPU model. See which software is applicable to your situation:
GeForce Experience – NvidiaAdrenalin – AMDIntel Driver – Intel
If the same issue is still occurring after you updated your GPU drivers or you already had the latest version installed, move down to the next method below.
Method 4: Performing a clean boot
As reported by several different affected users, this particular issue can also occur if a software conflict is what’s actually creating the issue. Some users with the same problem have reported that once they booted in a clean boot environment, the d3derr_notavailable (8876086A) error no longer appeared when they started the application, game or emulator that was previously triggering the error. This suggests that the issue might very well be caused by a conflicting application. Here’s a quick guide on achieving a clean boot state and eliminate the possibility of a software conflict:
Method 5: Performing a system restore
If you’ve come this far without identifying the culprit but the issue only started to occur recently (you were previously able to open the game/application without issues), there’s a high chance that you’ll be able to resolve this issue by using the System Restore wizard to revert your machine to a state where everything was functioning normally. As long as you have a system restore point in place, the procedure below should help you avoid the d3derr_notavailable (8876086A) error altogether. Here’s a quick guide on enforcing a system restore point that is older than the apparition of this particular issue: If the same error is still occurring even after following the steps above or you didn’t have an applicable restore point, move down to the next method below.
Method 6: Performing a Repair install
If you’ve come without a result, there’s one procedure that will most likely resolve the issue regardless of the culprit that’s responsible for causing it. A repair install is the equivalent of a clean install, but instead of deleting all personal data it will only reset all Windows components (including booting related processes). This means that you get to keep your applications, games, personal media and any other type of that you have stored on your computer. The procedure will only modify Windows-related components. If you want to do a repair install, you can follow this procedure (here).
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