[2025 FIX] - DirectX Setup Could Not Download The File Please Retry Later
5[FIX] DirectX Setup Could Not Download The File Please Retry Later
Commands Used:
DISM /Online /Enable-Feature /FeatureName:NetFx3 /All /LimitAccess /Source:D:sourcessxs
Ipconfig /flushdns
netsh winsock reset
If you have encountered an error message that says, "Setup could not download the file. Please retry later or check network connection" when installing DirectX, it means the DirectX setup has failed to download a required file. This error can occur because of an issue with your internet connection, a missing or corrupted .NET framework, Windows Defender interference, or installing the setup file from a standard user account.
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If the error message makes it impossible for you to install DirectX and run the games or applications that require it, here are some possible solutions you can try.
This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Alienware, Razer, MSI, Huawei , Microsoft Surface, and Samsung.