There will be an update or a hotfix for windows media player in vista
I tried all the fixes, codecs, etc.. I just want to know if a new version of WMP will be available for vista or if I need to upgrade to windows 7 so that he can work again.
Hello Shelby57,
You can try the following to see if it will get your Windows Media Player in Windows Vista.
Make sure that Windows Media Player is set as default.
Go to start. Click default programs. Set default programs. Select Windows Media Player, and then select "Set this program as default". And then click OK.
First of all, we run System File Checker to see if you have a corrupt file system.
Click Start
Type: CMD, according to the results, right-click CMD
Click on "Run as Administrator"
At the command prompt, type: sfc/scannow
This will check for any violation of the integrity and repair any damaged operating system files.
Reboot your system.
Rename/Delete the "Windows Media" folder located under %userprofile%\appdata\local\microsoft
Now, go to Windows Media Player, do a right-click and select "run as Administrator".
You should now be able to open Windows Media Player on Vista.
I hope this helps.
Sincerely,
Marilyn
Microsoft Answers Support Engineer
Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think
Tags: Windows
Similar Questions
-
These songs have been copied to my computer from the CD that I bought at retail, and have played several times. Is there a process where they can be reinstated? I don't know if it's the right word, but I hate having to download individual licenses for these songs. And why doesn't IE throw me on the internet as soon as the download license screen happens? Do I have to uninstall the update?
Hello
1. What is the exact error message you get?
2. what version of Internet Explorer you are using?
3. do you have an error message when Internet Explorer throws you off the screen?
4. you remember the update that caused the problem to occur?Follow the steps in this article and see if the problem still occurs.
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/935336
Note: Not applicable also for Windows Media Player 11.
See also: http://support.microsoft.com/ph/7763
-
Outlook has been changed from hotmail, my emails say don't link with windows media player, outlook is not their problem, but it happened only when they merged account
I have to be able to open MP3 files that ae sent emails in my work, it's urgent, please I need to know what settings to correct to sort this please
It comes to getting the error message
There was a problem playing this file. (0xC00D0FEA: "Windows Media Player has encountered a problem during the download of the file.) For any additional help, click Help on the Web. »)
E-mail address is removed from the privacy *.
Hello
Method 1:
See the article and check if that helps:
Windows Media Player sync: frequently asked questions
Method 2:
I suggest also refer to the thread with a similar problem and a possible solution:
It will be useful.
-
update security for windows media player
cannot click on the option of a security update for windows media player Web site
Hi jeffndeb,
(1) you get an error message?
(2) that you get any notification or message to update the security component?
I want to clarify if you are referring to the link below
http://drmlicense.one.Microsoft.com/Indivsite/en/indivit.asp
Method 1: If you are running a 64-bit version of Windows Vista(x64), then on the button Update on the site can be dimmed, you need to start Internet Explorer by using an account on the computer that has administrative privileges to be able to continue.
Method 2: There is a 32-bit version of IE7/IE8 in Vista which are located in the folder "Program Files x 86" in the Local C: drive.
Navigate to the location and then try to run 32-bit Internet Explorer
"C:\Program Files (x 86) \Internet.
Double-click iexplore.exe to launch 32 bit Internet Explorer (IE) and then try to navigate to setting component security update link above, check if you can click on the upgrade button.
Thanks and greetings
Ajay K
Microsoft Answers Support Engineer
***************************************************************************
Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think. -
Can I delete update security for windows media player 9 Series (kb969878) if I have Media player 11 update?
Hi Query1000,
Since you have Windows media player 11 on the system, you can uninstall the update of security for Windows media player 9. This will also help increase disk space.
Concerning
Jeremy K
Microsoft Answers Support Engineer
Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.If this post can help solve your problem, please click the 'Mark as answer' or 'Useful' at the top of this message. Marking a post as answer, or relatively useful, you help others find the answer more quickly.
-
Is there a possibility that MusicBrainz can be added as a data provider for Windows Media Player
When you use Windows Media Player, I was hurt a lot to identify my music. A lot of music I have is not available in the Microsoft music meta service database. What gives? Would be nice if Microsoft could be added to their database. MusicBrainz is a big data provider for Windows Media Player and would make it easier for information about the available media. Data MusicBrainz are permitted in the public domain and some under Creative Commons (CC) license. I don't think that Rovi has a contract saying to Microsoft data to use. I can cite other data in addition to the AMG providers: Journal of CD Japan, CD newspaper China, ZACR DBS and feedback from users. I can almost guarantee you if Microsoft used the MusicBrainz data, Windows Media Player would be much easier for the Organization of the music. Data MusicBrainz are much better quality than WMP user feedback data.
Hi chuckwoodakawoodchuck,
Welcome to the Microsoft community. Thanks for your suggestion, I will ask you post this feedback in the following link as well.Give us your comments for Windows 7.
http://support.Microsoft.com/common/survey.aspx?scid=sw;en-us;2310&altStyle=MFE&renderOption=OverrideDefault&showPage=1&FR=1&nofrbrand=1Please let us know if you find any problem with Windows, we will be happy to help you. -
Is there a plugin for Windows Media Player DVD burner?
y at - it a plugin for windows media player dvd burner
I would like to burn movies downloaded onto a dvd instead of a cd
More details... Please.
You have a DVD - RW? If you have only one
CD - RW, there is no way to burn DVDs. -
Can not download the update for Windows Media Player in order to play protected files
I am trying to download a digital copy of a movie. I am told:
You upgrade the Windows Media Player security components to play the files on your computer. Upgrade, please follow the instructions below:
- Step 1: Click here for the upgrade of security.
- Step 2: After the upgrade is complete, click on the button 'Next' below.
When I click on the link, it takes me to a page:
http://drmlicense.one.Microsoft.com/Indivsite/en/indivit.asp
It says to click on the upgrade button, but the upgrade button is not clickable. How can I download this update so I can get my digital copy? He says I'm in compatibility mode for Windows Media Player for windows 95. I hope this helps. Thanks in advance for your help :)
I am trying to download a digital copy of a movie. I am told:
You upgrade the Windows Media Player security components to play the files on your computer. Upgrade, please follow the instructions below:
- Step 1: Click here for the upgrade of security.
- Step 2: After the upgrade is complete, click on the button 'Next' below.
When I click on the link, it takes me to a page:
http://drmlicense.one.Microsoft.com/Indivsite/en/indivit.asp
It says to click on the upgrade button, but the upgrade button is not clickable. How can I download this update so I can get my digital copy? He says I'm in compatibility mode for Windows Media Player for windows 95. I hope this helps. Thanks in advance for your help :)
========================================
I was wondering... you are totally unable to download the file
on your hard drive? Or... you can download the file to your hard drive
by car, but simply cannot display it?If you right click the executable for Windows Media Player and
in the menu choose... Properties / Compatibility tab is...
Windows 95, chosen for Compatibility Mode? If_Yes_try
unchecking the box / apply / OK.It might be the next thread deals with the same issue...
a few ideas:Problem of downloading a digital film; button on the web page
The security component upgrade does not work
http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/vistamedia/thread/da05c4f4-0e90-4BAE-992b-238b7cc3f507Good luck...
Volunteer - MS - MVP - Digital Media Experience J - Notice_This is not tech support_I'm volunteer - Solutions that work for me may not work for you - * proceed at your own risk *.
-
Original title: Media Player all of a sudden will not play the dvd.
Suddenly, I can't play DVDs on my laptop. The error message is: Windows Media Player cannot connect to the server. The name of the server are may not be not correct, ther server name maybe isn't available, or your proxy settings are may not be not correct. Any suggestions on troubleshooting of Microsofts page appear to be relevant.
Hi mcraigQY
1. when exactly you get the error message?
2. you try to listen to music from any remote location or try to play a DVD?
3 have you tried to play a different CD or DVD?
4. what happens when you play the same DVD on another computer?5. for how long have you been faced with this problem?
6. the DVD folder that you are trying to play supported by the windows media player is it?
7. What is the type of DVD that you try to play?Let us know the answers to help you best.
-
Security update for windows media player.
I'm trying to transfer a digital copy of a movie on my laptop in a triple play, and I'm about to put the authorization code it says I need a security update to my windows media player and I followed the link to the site and click on the upgrade tab is grayed out and it doesn't let me do. This is the link http://drmlicense.one.microsoft.com/Indivsite/en/indivit.asp how do I update my media player so I can transfer my digital copies, please help.
Choose one or two => http://www.google.com/search?q=site%3Aanswers.microsoft.com+drmlicense.one+security+upgrade+OR+update&sourceid=ie7&rls=com.microsoft: en-US & ie = utf8 & oe = utf8
-
I downloaded explorer 9, now I can't read attachments in wave. a box opens and says open or save and I click Open and nothing happens. It seems that the system uses quicktime. I want Windows media player to be my default player. also, when I play a cd. He does not play in windows. Help, please.
Hello, EdwardMLodzienski,
Start > default of programs
Click Set Program Access and Computer Defaults
Click on the arrow in front of the custom (right) down
Scroll down to choose a default media player
Select Windows Media Player and click Ok
Close the window
You can also access two default programs in other ways.
1. open Control Panel > default of programs
2 tools > Internet Options > Programs tab
Click on define programs and the same that you opened using the directions above will display
-
Windows Media Player does not work. Impossible to use slide show programs, can not open attachments that require Media Player. Tried to update and couldn't. Couldn't fix it.
Hello
Run the sfc/scannow command.
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929833
Use the (SFC.exe) System File Checker tool to determine which file is causing the problem and then replace the file. To do this, follow these steps:
- Open an elevated command prompt. To do this, click Start, click principally madeprograms,Accessories, right-clickguest, and then clickrun as administrator. If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password, or clickallow.
- Type the following command and press ENTER:sfc/scannow
The sfc/scannow command analyzes all protected system files and replaces incorrect versions with appropriate Microsoft versions
If SFC detects the main problems it can't fix you may need to borrow a Microsoft dvd vista not an acer, HP etc. recovery disk and do a repair installation
read the below tutorial on how to perform a repair installation
http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/88236-repair-install-Vista.html
-
My computer will not be updated Service Pack 3 for Windows XP
My computer will not be updated to service pack 3 for windows xp, I tried to install from the Web site, as well as through automatic updates and I'm still not able to servie pack 2 on my computer and from the service pack 1 of my other... help please!
Original title: Windows XP updates
Just in case:
-
is there any free software to play a dvd in windows media player?
I can't understand how to read a DVD on my pc with Windows XP. I installed a Roxio CinePlayer, but it will not work again... apparently, I need to purchase an upgrade for $15. Are there any FREE alternative software I can get to play a DVD on my pc?
I can't understand how to read a DVD on my pc with Windows XP. I installed a Roxio CinePlayer, but it will not work again... apparently, I need to purchase an upgrade for $15. Are there any FREE alternative software I can get to play a DVD on my pc?
=====================================
One of the following freeware media readers can
be worth a try... they'll play anything.(FWIW... it's always a good idea to create a system)
Restore point before installing software or updates)VLC Media Player (32-bit Version)
http://www.filehippo.com/download_vlc_32/
(works on XP, Vista, 7, 8)
(the name of the file to download is: vlc - 2.0.5 - win32.exe)(FWIW... it's always a good idea to create a system)
Restore point before installing software or updates)VLC Media Player (64-bit Version)
http://www.filehippo.com/download_vlc_64/
(works on XP, Vista, 7, 8)
(the name of the file to download is: vlc - 2.0.5 - win64.exe)(FWIW... it's always a good idea to create a system)
Restore point before installing software or updates)Media Player Classic Home Cinema
http://www.videohelp.com/tools/Media-Player-Classic-home-cinema
(Win XP SP3 3, Vista / 7 / 8 (with a few questions about 8).)
The two 32-bit (x 86) and 64-bit (x 64)) (name of file
downloading is: "mplayerc_homecinema.1.6.5.6366.x86.exe)."
(start with left click - Download (direct link)Good luck...
-
the file is: next-generation visualizations. The Publisher is Microsoft. Advanced 3D Hardware. Version 1.0.0 of download:PsychedeliaVizPak.msi product name
Type: Windows Installer 5.53 MB Package of: download.microsoft.com
I have Service Pack 2 32-bit
When I go to the media player and use the bars drop to visualizations names of downloaded files are there, but when I click on it the screen remains empty. I downloaded other visualizations and they work fine.
Hello
.msi is simply microsoft program so if you have windows, means that you can run it... ;) I had the same problem too, but it turns out that it was caused by my graphics driver... I have nvidia and its recent update supported not only such things... I had to reinstall the whole system and now it works again (that I na not reinstall just cos of visualizations) but try to reinstall your graphics card driver... hope that helps... :-) or you can even try the opposite... uninstall the current driver and run the older again, might help, but will prevent probably other programs functions...:-/ then make the choice... :) but I can confirm that psychedelia skins are pretty cool... ;)
Maybe you are looking for
-
Satellite M40: Touchpad not working not properly
I just had a problem where my dog jumped on my knee and operated something on the keyboard of my satellite M40. Now, whenever I try to press the button two times, I get the properties of the icon I'm hovering above. When I try to use the keyboard in
-
I had an Apple iPad since when they went out first; How can I know what version I have so I can upgrade to the latest version, I can use? I also have a desktop computer Apple which is older than the iPad? Thank you
-
Value problem of features for the INF with the winpk filter installation.
Hello I use an inf to my driver installation using properties of LAN, but I am facing the following problems during the installation of my driver with the installation of the winpk filter: All these changes are made with windows 2008 R2 64-bit Server
-
A year ago, the right side of the printed page was fuzzy when printing in color. (the black and colors were neither Kaleidoscope) I called HP and was told that I needed a new printer, but I came to buy more cartridges so I changed the controls in or
-
I'm quite a newbie to the Vlan bare with me: I have users on the network that is shared by other companies (1 network, many businesses). I want to segement my people from the rest of the network for security and reduce network traffic. I have a power