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• Problem with Windows Media Player: "Server execution failed" and "files needed to display video are not installed or do not work properly.

  I have a problem with Windows Media Player on laptop Lenovo G780. My laptop is under warranty (bought a month ago), but technical support Lenovo told me that the Windows Media Player program is not covered by the warranty.

  And this is a problem:

  When I click on Windows Media Player - to about 0.1 sec I see it opens and closes the window and nothing happens.

  When I select a mp3 or wmv file and right-click with the option open with Windows Media Player - I get a message: "Server execution failed" - I checked that all services with 'Media' in the name are running.

  When I select a mp3 or wmv file and right-click with the open option with Windows Media Center - Windows Media Center opens with the message: "the files needed to display video are not installed or do not work properly.

  When I select a file mp3 or wmv and right-click with option open with Windows Movie Maker life - see the video

  I tried to turn / WMP and WMC - did not help
  Tried to run as administrator - did not help
  I don't see something suspicious under events

  What can I do else?

  Thank you

  Zarek

  I had the same problem and then by chance, I tried a video on YouTube and it worked for me. Here's how I went on this issue and solved my problem:

  1. go to the computer, then OS (C).
  2. you will need to open Program Files (x 86) and Program Files.
  3. go to Windows Media Player in Program Files (x 86) and open the folder.  Then, remove the wmplayer file.  You may need to work around the error TrustedInstaller.  I'll tell you that, in a moment.
  4. in Program Files, go to the same folder for Windows Media Player and select the same file again. Wmplayer.  Copy the file in another window open.  Copy ensures that if the question comes up again you can at least try to fix it again.
  This should be the end of your problem.  If you need to circumvent the TrustedInstaller question is how:
  1. right click on wmplayer and select Properties > Security > advanced > owner > Edit > other users and groups.
  2. Enter your username and then click on check names.  Click OK.
  3. close the dialog boxes as he has requested.
  4. open again the properties and click Security.  Select your username from the list and click on edit.  From there, select full control.
  This should give you full control over the removal of the original file for WMP and easily allow you to copy the other files (x 86) programs.
  Please let me know how it goes for your problem.

• Windows 7 Media Player - Server execution failed

  My PC woes began - a few weeks ago I had problems with RAM that I solved since. However, in the course of trying to diagnose the problem of memory, I installed and uninstalled a myriad of programs.

  And now my Windows Media Player won't play, while Media Center crashes if I go into the sections of music or video (Live TV seems to be good though). If I run WMP from the shortcut to the taskbar, the window flashes up briefly before disappearing. If I try to launch it by double clicking on an audio file, I get the message "Server error".

  I tried to disable all the features of media in the section Windows features and then by reactivating. It did not work. Note that iTunes works perfectly, playing the same mp3s that break WMP.

  I really do not have to reinstall Windows 7 Ultimate edition just for this problem...

  It was a pretty simple solution for me and I was able to reproduce the problem and fix it. WMP always "Server runtime error' until I uninstalled all 3rd party codecs. I realized later that it wasn't the codecs is causing the error, but rather the settings, I had for them. In order to reset everything to stock, I uninstalled all codecs from my machine, uninstalling WMP and WMC then rebooted, deleted the WMP folder in C:\Program Files, reinstalled WMP and WMC, restarted. Then everything worked as expected. I then reinstalled my codecs and BAM, the problem came back. It wasn't until I messed with the settings, specifically for FFDShow as my problems went away.

• Problem with Windows Media Player, version 11, running under windows vista

  Hi - my is problem with Windows Media Player. Whenever I try to play a DVD of my CD/DVD drive the error message "windows media player has stopped working" is displayed. Otherwise, WMP seems to work very well. All of the suggestions. My next step, then a lot of time, is to format and reinstall windows. I am running Vista at the moment. I have WMP version 11.

  Thanks Matt

  You can check this information http://support.microsoft.com/kb/306331

  Or use Media Player Classichttp://sourceforge.net/project/showfiles.php?group_id=82303&package_id=84358

  Or use VLC http://www. VideoLAN .org

• Windows 7 - Media Player 12 problem - won't open - error "Server execution failed".

  Hello

  I have trouble with WMP 12 on Windows 7. Whenever I try to open the program, the window opens, but it is completely insensitive and greyed out. I can close it in "End task" in the Task Manager.
  When I try to open a file, for example a video, I get the C:\User\Public\Videos\Filename.wmv error message
  Server execution failed
  Previously, I was able to remove the library to solve the problem. Nothing I did worked this time.
  Any help or assistance would be greatly appreciated that Windows 7 was not a very good experience for me so far!

  Kind regards

  Jonesyboi

  Hi Jonesyboi,

  Welcome to Microsoft Windows 7 answers Forum!

  Lets first try these two methods of troubleshooting and check if it is resolved.

  Method 1.
  1. click on start and in the search bar type cmd.exe
  2. right click on cmd.exe and click Run as administrator
  3. in the command prompt, type the following command

  net localgroup "Administrators'"NT Authority\Local Service"/ Add

  4. press on enter and restart the computer
  

  Method 2.
  Uninstalling and reinstalling Windows Media Player:
  Step 1.
  Uninstalling Windows Media Player:
  1. go to start and in the search type "Turn Windows willing or not.
  2. click on "Turn Windows features on or off".
  3. search for multimedia and uncheck the brand in the face of Windows Media Player.
  4 restart the computer
   
  Step 2.
  Reinstall Windows Media Player:
  1. go to start and in the search type "Turn Windows willing or not.
  2. click on "Turn Windows features on or off".
  3. find the multimedia functions and place a check mark in front of the Windows Media Player.
  4 restart the computer.

  Try to read the file now.
   
  It will be useful.
   
  Thank you, and in what concerns:
  Shekhar S - Microsoft technical support.
   
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• Problem with Windows Media Player Audio sync DivX playback in full screen

  Hello

  I have found lately that when playing videos on Windows Media Player divx mode full screen audio is out of sync.  If the video is played in window mode, there is no problem.  I had no such problem in the past, but now for about 1 month or so, I have this problem.

  I have fitted iq508a to vista 64-bit, with the latest drivers delivered HP installed (using the HP update utility)-does anyone else have this same problem too?

  Thanks in advance

  Jim

  Laptop HP ENVY 17-j005tx, HP ENVY 27 - k001a, HP ProLiant MicroServer Gen8 G2020T, HP MediaSmart EX495 Server tilt, HP MediaVault 2020, HP ENVY 120 AiO Printer

  I can't believe! I solved the problem with this problem of video audio sync during playback in full screen!

  While watching the Pineapple Express, I thought WTF I'll take another closer look at this, and while they were smashimg their cell phones so that they could not be found by triangulation, (don't ask - u just I have to watch - stoner movie )...

  in any case, I looked under tools options in WMP.  I unchecked the option on the performance tab "use video smoothing"-the video as reloaded and bingo! everything in harmony!

  BTW, I checked my another PC running Vista 32 bit and the option ' use video smoothing ' also exists and it is checked if this seems to be a problem with WMP works on Vista 64 bit or running desktop Touchsmart of WMP... In case I am much happier now...

• Audio problem with Windows media player, after loading itunes

  I run Vista Home edition.   Recently added itunes as was to connect the iphone to upload photos.  Seemed to have lost my sound?

  I run external speakers and Realtek High Definition Audio driver.   Do check all the online help.  Drivers, connection and speakers all ok.

  I understood now if I run the audio output jack on the front of the box and use itunes "I sound" - However, this is the only combination I can go to work.

  The rear audio input does not work & neither does any what noise of Window media player, internet or audio files other than itunes, from the front exit. .  Help?

  Hello

  What happens when you connect before making and using Windows media player?

  I suggest you follow the steps mentioned below:

  Method 1:

  Check if take exclusive control of device is disable and check if the problem persists. Follow these steps:

  a. click the Start button, select Control Panel, click hardware and soundand then click sound.

  b. on the read tab, select the playback device, click Propertiesand then click Advanced.

  c. Uncheck exclusive mode applications priority.

  d. click apply , then click OK to save your settings and check if the problem persists.

  Method 2:

  If the previous step fails temporarily uninstall iTunes in programs and features, and check if the problem persists. Follow these steps:

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/uninstall-or-change-a-program

  For your reference, you can follow the steps in the link:

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/help/no-sound-in-Windows

  You can also update audio driver follow the steps in the link:

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/update-a-driver-for-hardware-that-isn ' t-work correctly

• There seems to be a problem with Windows Media Player

  Windows Media Center does not work correctly. The screen turns off, and I can't go out there, just put on tab Whats going on?

  Hi ElizaMalerba,

  ·         What operating system is installed on your computer?

  ·         What is the problem you're facing Windows Media Player?

  ·         You receive an error message?

  You can also see the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base and check if it helps

  When you switch from Windows Media Center by using Alt + Tab, or you switch between windows and a magnified view, Windows Media Center displays a black screen, or you receive the error message "cannot play video".

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950112

  Please respond with more information about the issue so that we can help you in a better way.

• Problem with Windows Media Player for XP.

  I get the following error message when I click on Windows Media Player: "the wmp.dll file has a version number of 11.0.5721.5280 where 11.0.5721.5268 was expected. Windows Media Player is not installed correctly and must be reinstalled. "I downloaded Windows Media Player version 11 for XP twice, and I still get the same message.  What do you think is always the problem?
  Anthony

  I get the following error message when I click on Windows Media Player: "the wmp.dll file has a version number of 11.0.5721.5280 where 11.0.5721.5268 was expected. Windows Media Player is not installed correctly and must be reinstalled. "I downloaded Windows Media Player version 11 for XP twice, and I still get the same message.  What do you think is always the problem?
  Anthony

  ====================================
  The following article might be worth a visit:

  WMP. DLL
  http://www.updatexp.com/wmpdll.html

  Let us know if it helps.

• Problems with Windows Media Player 11 Shuffle

  I absolutely love the shuffle on media player function until he began to play the same songs over and over again. I have about 16 500 songs in my library, there is no reason why the same 20 songs or more should continue to play again and again!

  My question is: are there at - it anyway I can do the shuffle function legitimately randomly so that it continually select random pieces to read rather than play a selection of a few random songs over and over again?

  Hello
  
  You may need to rebuild the database from the Windows Media Player library.
  Here's how:
  To resolve this problem, delete the Windows Media Player database. To do this, follow these steps:
  a. exit Windows Media Player.
  b. Click Start, run, type %LOCALAPPDATA%\Microsoft\Media Player and then click OK.
  c. Select all files in the folder and then click on Delete on the file menu.
  Note: You don't have to remove the folders that are in this folder.
  d. restart Windows Media Player.
   
  Note: Windows Media Player automatically rebuilds the database.
   
  I hope this helps.

  Thank you, and in what concerns:
  Shekhar S - Microsoft technical support.

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• What is the problem with Windows Media Player. ??.

  On all the different media players that are coming, why is not what windows seem satisfied to improve and or upgrade (A), it is the User Interface, the plug-in and tools table. (B) Pourquoi not give it the codecs for FLV files? More... He struggles with "video re-sizing. Was I the only one who has these problems. ??

  Hello

  I suggest you improve your suggestions for Windows media player information in the link:

  http://mymfe.Microsoft.com/Vista/feedback.aspx?formid=83

• Problem with Windows Media Player on your computer.

  I tried to load a program called Yawcam which can be used to control a webcam.  Installation of Yawcam has asked if I wanted Windows Media Center to view the Webcam.  I clicked Yes.  Serious mistake.  Windows Media Center has taken over my computer.  I have changed throughout most of my icons on the desktop for a Media Center icon, and clicking on one of them causes Windows Media Player start up, even the icons which are always original.  I can't find any setting in Media Player which will solve the problem.  I can't even start Yawcom.  And unfortunately I did not define a recovery point.  Can someone tell me how to retrieve my Windows Media Center desktop icons and return control of my computer myself?

  Hello Camille,.

  Thank you for keeping us posted.

  Glad to know that you were able to find the solution for your problem.

  I appreciate all your efforts towards the resolution of the problem.

  Please do not hesitate to answer, in the case where you are facing in the future other problems with Windows.

  We will be happy to help you.

• Windows Media Player Seek function fails

  I recently tried to launch a movie with Windows Media Player (I can't find the version number on my computer, but the laptop is one year old), and the search bar does not work. The film unfolds from beginning to end ok, but try to use the search bar and it freezes and you can't even start from the beginning. If you wait, it starts to consume relentlessly physical computer memory until the limit is reached, and you get a message telling you that you are low physical memory (4 GB on my machine). Is there anyway to fix the problem? If it's a problem of codec with this particular film, I should just try and older version of Media player? Or have the latest versions of Media Player solved this problem? Help appreciated

  I recently tried to launch a movie with Windows Media Player (I can't find the version number on my computer, but the laptop is one year old), and the search bar does not work. The film unfolds from beginning to end ok, but try to use the search bar and it freezes and you can't even start from the beginning. If you wait, it starts to consume relentlessly physical computer memory until the limit is reached, and you get a message telling you that you are low physical memory (4 GB on my machine). Is there anyway to fix the problem? If it's a problem of codec with this particular film, I should just try and older version of Media player? Or have the latest versions of Media Player solved this problem? Help appreciated

  The third-party codec package a few times is responsible. If you have any package of codec such as uninstall.

  You may need to Reset WMP12.

• Changing music Info after this problem by Windows Media Player

  I 'Open file location' and go to 'Properties' correct/update the information of the song, but as soon as I do, changes to Media Player it again at all what he wants and adds random other songs from the same album and change number and track cover art. This problem is even worse trying to organize the songs on the mix CD. I went in 'Options' to change to "Substitute information" to "Only the missing information" and she always does.

  Hi KaylaPatterson,

  Thanks for posting your query in the Microsoft Community Forums!

  I understand that Windows Media Player will not change the information of music even after update in the location of the main file.

  I'll be more than happy to help you and guide you in the right direction.

  To avoid this, I suggest you to check out the methods and check if it helps. You can try to clear the Windows Media Player database and check if it helps.

  To do this, follow these steps:

  Step 1

  1. exit Windows Media Player.

  2. for Windows 7: click Start, run, %LOCALAPPDATA%\Microsoft\Media Player and then click on OK.

  3. Select all the files in the folder, and then click delete on the file menu.

  Note you don't have to remove the folders that are in this folder.

  4. restart Windows Media Player.

  Note Windows Media Player automatically rebuilds the database.

  Step 2

  If this does not resolve the problem, disable the Windows Media Player database cache files. To do this, follow these steps:

  1. exit Windows Media Player.

  2. If you are running Windows 7, click Start, run, % LOCALAPPDATA%\Microsoft, and then click OK.

  3 select the folder Media Player, and then click delete on the file menu.

  4. restart Windows Media Player.

  Note Windows Media Player automatically rebuilds the database.

  Also note before performing the steps above, I suggest to save the songs and try the steps above.

  Let us know the results.

  Let us know if you encounter problems under windows in the future. We will be happy to help you.

• Problem with Windows Media Player icon display

  Hello, I have a problem with the "icon" view in Windows Media Player. It's very well with 'Artist', 'Album' and 'Genre', then I can change the view "icon", but when I open a folder of music in... example 'artist' then the view changes "Tile expanded" and I can't change it to 'icon' to 'details '. And of course if I want to see all the songs, then it is the same thing as well, cannot change mode icon, I'd view icon but I don't know what I did that he changed "Extended Tile" and cannot restore more. It's really uncomfortable.

  Hello

  Did you change your computer before this problem?

  You can run the utilities of this link & check if the problem persists:

  Open the troubleshooting Windows Media Player settings Troubleshooter

  Open the troubleshooter in the Windows Media Player library

  Hope the helps of information.