[Dem0nsaint1988]

I get an Error when starting Kodi. It says Can not create GUI. Exiting. What can i do to fix this?

[PatK]

Clearly the graphics have an issue. You didn't indicate versions etc.. that a proper debug log (wiki) posted to a public paste-bin and that URL linked back to this thread would show. So until we get more details, it's 2 paragraphs of speculation.

[kokolino23]

I've got the same issue on an HP PC. I get the message "Can not create GUI" with the basic graphic driver and if I update it as per manufacturer's website, I get "Kodi has an error"

[PatK]

Debug log can be initiated inside a advanced settings file prior to launch Log file/Advanced (wiki) 1.2 Turn on debugging using a file (advancedsettings.xml). Details like hardware, versions of software and what Kodi you are trying to get working would be nice. This area might be a good forum to check out to see if there is something that might help http://forum.kodi.tv/forumdisplay.php?fid=110 and please note hardware requirements Supported hardware (wiki)

[Dem0nsaint1988]

im using Kodi 16.1

comp specs

Computer:
Operating System Microsoft Windows Vista Home Edition
OS Service Pack -
DirectX 4.09.00.0904 (DirectX 9.0c)
Computer Name PETES (Aj's Computer)
User Name blake

Motherboard:
CPU Type Intel Pentium III Xeon, 2100 MHz
Motherboard Name Unknown
Motherboard Chipset Unknown
System Memory 3936 MB
BIOS Type Unknown

Display:
Video Adapter Mobile Intel® GMA 4500MHD (1883658 KB)
Video Adapter Mobile Intel® GMA 4500MHD (1883658 KB)
Monitor Generic PnP Monitor [NoDB] (12009)

Multimedia:
Audio Adapter High Definition Audio Controller [NoDB]

[dnm29]

I have the same error with kodi 16.1
Laptop spec
Windows 7 SP1
32bit

[PatK]

Log file/Advanced (wiki) @dnm29 The error is a catch-all and your issue may be the same or quite different, a proper debug log posted to a public paste-bin and that URL linked back to this thread might harbour some clues.

[Dem0nsaint1988]

how do i get to the log files?

[PatK]

Log file (wiki) The coloured text indicates a 'hot' link that is clickable and links with wiki's (explanations) follow through with my previous link and it's added sub title 1.2 Turn on debugging using a file (advancedsettings.xml)

What are Wikis, and Why Should You Use Them? - Computer Skills https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiki

[Dem0nsaint1988]

am trying now

[Dem0nsaint1988]

ok i have tried to do this and i dont understand what to do...

[PatK]

@Dem0nsaint1988 Sorry just spotted Operating System Microsoft Windows Vista Home Edition I must have been sleeping waiting for a debug log. Supported hardware (wiki) OS recommended: Windows 7 or higher is recommended, but some user have it going on Vista with all the required patches and latest services and a good graphics card. Without going too much further tweaking a painful install, I'll bet my two shoes that Kodi 15.2 runs like a charm... give it a shot. http://mirrors.kodi.tv/releases/win32/ol...engard.exe

@kokolino23 ditto, try to get lucky! http://mirrors.kodi.tv/releases/win32/ol...engard.exe

If this solution fails, we'll dig deeper into the proper debug log, yuk or perhaps persuade you to move into a Raspberry or lighter operating system.

[Dem0nsaint1988]

that worked... thanks Pat for all your help and getting a fix for this as fast as you did!