the d3d device has a non-zero reference count meaning some objects were not released

if i try to start PoE, I get the Error's:

-the d3d device has a non-zero reference count meaning some objects were not released.
-Failed resetting Direct3D device objects.
-DXUTCreateDevice failed


DXdiag :
Operating System: Windows XP Professional (5.1, Build 2600) Service Pack 3 2600.xpsp_sp3_qfe.080423-1303)

Processor: Genuine Intel(R) CPU 2160 @ 1.80GHz (2 CPUs)
Memory: 2038MB RAM
DirectX Version: DirectX 9.0c (4.09.0000.0904)
Card name: Intel(R) 82945G Express Chipset Family
Manufacturer: Intel Corporation
Chip type: Intel(R) 82945G Express Chipset Family

Is it because of the fact that i have low specs? Please help me. :D

quick google found me this : http://www.pathofexile.com/forum/view-thread/597990

hope posts in this will help you :) ( I didnt read post but I saw multiple developer posts in the thread so I thought it prob would have atleast some resolution to your problem)

Edit: in case of any further tech support issues you might want to try : http://www.pathofexile.com/forum/view-forum/support-and-bug-reports
which is a tech support forum, or you might even try to contact support by email, which might take some time for them to response though

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kaarelo wrote:

quick google found me this : http://www.pathofexile.com/forum/view-thread/597990

hope posts in this will help you :) ( I didnt read post but I saw multiple developer posts in the thread so I thought it prob would have atleast some resolution to your problem)

Edit: in case of any further tech support issues you might want to try : http://www.pathofexile.com/forum/view-forum/support-and-bug-reports
which is a tech support forum, or you might even try to contact support by email, which might take some time for them to response though

thanks. I appreciate it :D

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Drakier wrote:

The problem is that the 82945G Express only supports pixel shader model 2.0 and not 3.0 which is required to run Path of Exile.

so what do i need to do?

aw. waaaaaaaaaaaaaa. ok thanks. maybe i'll just continue playing in my laptop :(