Skype error- failed to load library dxva2.dll in Windows XP. We have two solutions at this time for XP-users. The first way to solve this error is uninstalling new Skype 7.5 and restoring previous version 7.3.
Another solution to bypass the error message: failed to load library dxva2.dll is the install of Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5. This way is certainly to those who want to experience Skype 7.5 or later version.
Download and install Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 for Windows XP, and DirectX Video Acceleration.
Skype 7.3 download link: click here.
If you choose to download and install Skype 7.3, disable automatic updates in Tools, Options, Advanced , click Automatic updates then click “Turn off automatic updates”.