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• Error message: Windows Media Player could not complete burning because the disc is not compatible with your player...

  I have one of the same type of disc engraved the other day without problem. Tried to burn a CD today the progress achieved 99%, then I got the error message. Windows Media Player could not complete burning because the disc is not compatible with your drive. Try to insert another type of recordable media or use a disc that supports a write speed that is compatible with your drive.

  Hi David,

  Thank you for giving us the opportunity to help you with this problem.

  According to the problem description, you were not able to burn a DVD with Windows Media Player.

  You get the error that the disc is not compatible with your drive.

  Let me ask you a question.

  (1) what is the type of DVD or CD you want to create?
  (2) don't you make changes to your computer before this problem?

  I would suggest a few troubleshooting methods. Run the Windows Media Performance troubleshooting tool and follow the steps in the link to burn a CD or a DVD.

  Method 1: Run Windows Media Player Performance convenience store.

  Please follow the steps below to do so.

  (a) key Windows + W keys on your desk.
  (b) write the Troubleshooting in the search box in the upper right.
  (c) select the Troubleshooting option after the search.
  (d) select the option of Performance of Windows Media Player .
  (e) click Next to perform the resolution of the problems of performance of Windows Media Player and follow the steps.

  Method 2: Follow the steps in the link here and burn the CD or DVD.

  Burn a CD or DVD in Windows Media Player

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-8/burn-CD-or-DVD-Media-Player

  I hope that solves your problem. Please feel free to write back to us, if you are facing any problem related to Windows.

• Says Windows media player could not burn the disc check your connections

  Original title: Media Player

  I have a new computer with Windows Media Player so I decided to burn some DVD reviews ' and registered copies are hanging out and a box appears and says could not burn the disk check your connections etc. Please advised? Thanks for your help, I did everything and it could be a bad software here. I use windows 7.

  Hi George,.

  Welcome to the Microsoft community.

  It seems that you are facing problems when burning the DVD with Windows Media Player. It would be great if you can answer the following questions:

  1 have had any changes made on the computer before the show?

  2. What is the full and exact error message?

  To resolve this issue, follow these methods:

  Method 1:

  I suggest to see the link and try to run the Troubleshooter:

  Open the troubleshooting Windows Media Player settings Troubleshooter

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/open-the-Windows-Media-Player-settings-Troubleshooter

  Method 2:

  See the article and check if that helps:

  Burn a CD or DVD in Windows Media Player

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/burn-a-CD-or-DVD-in-Windows-Media-Player

  I hope this helps. Let us know if you need more assistance.

• Try to install the Windows Media Player plug-in and receive an error message "could not find the environment Option that was entered? How can I fix it?

  I can't watch the video of MSN homepage.  The Device Manager in the Control Panel also gives me same error message.  Any help would be appreciated.

  Hi bears Beltran.

  1. what browser do you use for viewing?
  2. What plugin you are trying to install?

  Method 1
  I suggest you to run the fixit from the following link:

  Fix Windows Media Player video and other media or http://support.microsoft.com/mats/windows_media_player_diagnostic/ question library
  Method 2
  I suggest you to scan SFC. Scan SFC will replace missing or damaged files.

  How to use the System File Checker tool to fix the system files missing or corrupted on Windows Vista or Windows 7
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929833

  Method 3
  I suggest you try the steps from the following link:

  Problems installing and uninstalling programs on Windows computers
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/2438651#reso3

  Method 4
  I suggest you try the steps from the following link:

  The video problems when you use Internet Explorer
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/2532294

  Additional information:
  Plug-ins for Windows Media Player
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/downloads/Windows-Media-Player/plug-ins

• Windows Media Player 11 Rip - Vista Home Premium error

  I have the same problems others have with my Media Player.  This problem started not until I installed updates to windows.  I have updated to service pack 2 and Internet Explorer 8.  I tried system restore but my most old restore point was only a week before my problem and did not help at all.

  Here's my problem exactly how it goes:

  I put a cd Ripper.  He begins ripping automatically the first track automatically.  On all the remaining tracks, it says "pending" in the status of rip.  After extraction of about 20% of the track, he spent the "ripping" to "error".  Then, all other tracks are from 'pending' to 'error' and ejects the cd.  I tried all combinations of bitrate and the type of file format and nothing seems to work.  Also on some of your answers on this forum your told us to go to the page Windows VISTA Media Player 11 download to download, but when I click on the link http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/download/AllDownloads.aspx , DOES NOT give you the option of Windows Media Player 11 for VISTA, only for XP and earlier windows platforms.  I even tried to download one for XP and I got an error saying something like that I have a newer version and that you can't use that one.  Anyone can solve this for me?  I was able to copy CDs to the 31/08/09, since these windows updates seems to have screwed something.  Are there bugs in these new updates of compatibility issues?  Help!

  Don

  Hello SavatageFan, welcome.

  Out of curiosity, have you tried ripping the content to another computer? The disc itself is possibly corrupt.
  Another option you can try is to manually copy the contents of the CD to the hard drive and play back locally. That would reduce the possible causes.

  In addition, what happens if you try to read all the content? Never introduce error messages or jump?

  Let us know,

  Thank you! Ryan Thieman
  Microsoft Answers Support Engineer
  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• Windows media player burninhg music to a disk error "connect a burner and restart the player."

  I have music in the list pane (the pane on the right side of the Player library). The start of the burn button is grayed out. below it says connect a burner and restart the player. How can I burn a cd?

  Hello

  Burn a CD or DVD in Windows Media Player

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/burn-CD-DVD-Media-Player#1TC=Windows-7

  ImgBurn is a free software

  http://ImgBurn.com/

  You will find here burning guides

  http://Forum.ImgBurn.com/index.php?/forum/4-guides/

• Windows Media Player doesn't recognize the phone error"is not a connected device: for synchronization

  For months, Windows Media Player recognized my Samsung Galaxy SIII without problem. For weeks now, however, he is not picking it up. My computer detects the device when I plug it in, and made my phone. But when I try to sync the music on my phone, Windows Media Player says that I don't have a device so sync is not an option. In addition, there is no option in advanced settings on the Synchronize tab, so I have no idea how to solve the problem. Manual and automatic synchronization does not work.

  Hello, Olivia,.

  Thank you for keeping us posted.

  Even if the phone is recognized on the computer, sometimes bad or corrupted SD/flash card card can cause this kind of scenario on Windows Media Player. Try to disconnect the SD card and check if the Player sync with the phone. Also check if another device appears under the list of devices in Windows Media Player. For troubleshooting, you can also uninstall the software of the phone (Samsung kies) and reinstall them.

  Please let us know if the problem still persists.

• How can I reload Windows Media Player? I get a script error when you try to play anything

  Suddenly the Windows media player gives me a server error when I try to play anything on this subject.  It worked fine last week.

  I have the same problem as Ronald with the same results. Media Player doesn't "start" or start when I select it.

• Windows media player cannot play the file missing error codec.

  Original title: windows media player...

  .. Cannot read the file. The player might not support the file type or does not support the codec used to compress the file. How can this be repaired? Thank you!

  Hi miltonian,.

   

  Thanks for choosing Microsoft Community!

   

  You have reached the right forum. Let us work as a team and try to solve this problem.

   

  If I understand correctly, you are unable to read a file on Windows Media Player 12.

  Please answer these questions to better understand the issue:

  1. What is the file format of the file?

  2. is the specific question in a file?

  See the following articles and if that helps:

  Information on the types of media files that supports Windows Media Player:

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/316992

  Codecs: Frequently asked questions:

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/codecs-frequently-asked-questions

  Hope the helps of information. Don't answer if you need assistance, we will be happy to help you.

• Are there any plug Inns by what mp4 file can be read by Windows media player?

  Original title: Media Player

  Y at - it all plug Inns by what mp4 file can be read by window media player.could someone help me in this problem?

  Hello

  Windows Media Player does not support playback of the .mp4 file format. You can reproduce .mp4 media files in Windows Media Player when you install the decoders compatible DirectShow MPEG-4 packs. For more information, see this Microsoft KB article.

  Information on the types of media files that supports Windows Media Player

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/316992/en-us

  Step 1:

  Try to install this pack of code and check if it helps.

  Package of Installation of codec

  http://www.Microsoft.com/en-US/Download/details.aspx?ID=507

  Step 2:

  Also, try searching the Internet. Often, you can go to the codec manufacturer's Web site to download the latest version of a codec.

  THIRD WARNING:

  Using third-party software, including hardware drivers can cause serious problems that may prevent your computer from starting properly. Microsoft cannot guarantee that problems resulting from the use of third-party software can be solved. Software using third party is at your own risk.

• Can Windows Media Player XP play MTS file type? I tried, but the video does not play smoothly. Is this fix really?

  I tried, but the video does not play smoothly.  Is this fix really?

  There is a possibility that Windows Media Player could
  read the file if you rename the MTS to MPG or AVI.

  And/or...the suite of freeware Media Player can be
  worth a try.

  (FWIW... it's always a good idea to create a system)
  Restore point before installing software or updates)

  Media Player Classic Home Cinema
  http://MajorGeeks.com/Media_Player_Classic_Home_Cinema_d6213.html
  (works on XP/Vista/7)
  (The name of the file to download is: "MPC - HomeCinema.1.5.2.3456.x 86 .exe ')

  If this fails, it may be worth trying to convert the MTS file
  WMV format:

  There are many converters available on the net... some
  free... some detail.

  The following freeware converters are a few examples:

  (FWIW... it's always a good idea to create a system)
  Restore point before installing software or updates)

  (1) Sothink Free Video Converter
  http://www.Sothinkmedia.com/video-converter/
  (Windows XP / Vista / 7)

  You will need to unzip the file... or you could just drag
  the Setup.exe from the file out of the folder and drop it on your
  desktop and install from there.

  Once installed... Open Sothink and go to... Add the files button...
  Find and select the clips you want to convert.

  Next... in the encoding settings... Choose... Video credits.
  WMV - Windows Media Video (*.wmv).

  Choose an output folder and on the left, click on the button convert.

  You can experiment with other settings later but
  This should help you get started.

  (2) format Factory (freeware)
  http://www.videohelp.com/tools/Format_Factory
  (the 'direct link' is faster)
  (the file you want to download is: > FFSetup270.zip<>
  (FWIW... installation..., you can uncheck
  ('all' boxes on the last screen)
  (Windows XP / Vista / 7)

  First, you will need to decompress the file or just open the
  Drag FFSetup270.exe out of the folder
  and drop it on your desktop. To install left click.

  Next, after the download and installation of Format
  Factory... you can open the program and
  left click on the toolbar, the "Option" button and
  "Select an output folder to" / apply / OK.
  (this is where you find your files after they)
  are converted)

  Drag and drop your video clips on the main screen...

  Select "all to WMV" / OK...

  Click on... Beginning... in the toolbar...

  That should do it...

  Good luck...

• Windows Media Player does not recognize usb devices

  My Windows Media Player has stopped connecting to my usb key, so I can't sync. my music any longer. Computer recognizes the usb, but not WMP

  Hey Joe,

  Maybe rebuild the database of Windows Media Player could solve the problem.

  Here is a link where similar problem is resolved by disabling the database corrupt:

  Please refer to the suggestions that are marked as answer.

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/Windows_7-pictures/WMP-doesn

  You can even try to reboot/turn ON the "Portable Device Enumerator Service":

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/Windows_7-pictures/Media-Player-12-does-not-recognize-removable-media/69a1be0e-9451-42b8-88b6-a69f0b324456

  Let us know the results.

• Windows Media Player will not play cd but show no errors

  Windows 7 Windows Media Player 12 - previously would play music CD (purchased at retail, not burned) that I inserted in the CD/DVD/BD drive very well.  Now, whenever I put in a cd it seems to read the info of the cd (album, artist, title), but when I try to listen to a song, I see a red X.  If I hover over the red X is see "Windows Media Player has encountered an error.  Click the icon for more information. "When I click the icon I see simply a box that says"Error Details"and nothing more.  How to solve this error?

  Thanks for the reply very detailed with several suggestions.

  There are several known changes made to my computer since the last time I played a CD.  These include some Windows updates (which have been applied automatically during the stops), a Java Update, an update of Adobe Flash and possibly others that I don't know or don't remember.

  I was a bit confused about whether it was a hardware problem or software, because Windows Media Player seems to read at least part of the ok CD to get the album and track information, but could not play all the tracks.  Just before I read your suggestions, I tried something to isolate if it was a problem with Windows Media Player or a CD drive problem.  I opened iTunes was already installed on my computer and previously used to play music stored on the hard drive (but has never been used to play music directly from CD).  I inserted a CD with Windows Media Player could not play and iTunes has played the CD fine.  I closed iTunes and then reopen Windows Media Player and now he can play any CD just fine in Windows Media Player.  I am happy to say that everything seems to work fine now, but I have no idea why the problem disappeared after using iTunes when I could re - create the problem at will before that try to play all the CD with Windows Media Player.

  As a last test, I put a known "damaged" music CD.  It acts like the previous problem - i.e. can read/display the info of the album and the way tracks but cannot read any track, shows the red X next to each track he's trying to play, and by clicking on the red X opens a box that says "Error Details" and nothing more.  It would be nice if it gave an error code or a more descriptive message.

  Thanks again for your response.  We can close this thread because my problem disappeared mysteriously.

• Windows 8 - can't burn the disc with Windows Media Player after you refresh the PC as well.

  Original title: cannot burn, was ok and then nothing, has had this problem for a week now, redrawn, changed registry, tried everything?

  Windows Media Player could not complete burning because the disc is not compatible with your drive. Try to insert another type of recordable media or use a disc that supports a write speed that is compatible with your drive.

  Hi, Dorian,

  Thanks again for your response. Really, I apologize for the inconvenience caused to you.

  You can try these methods to solve the problem.

  Method 1: Run Windows Media Player Performance convenience store.

  Please follow the steps below to do so.

  (a) press Windows key + W keys on your desk.
  (b) write the Troubleshooting in the search box in the upper right.
  (c) select the Troubleshooting option after the search.
  (d) select the option of Performance of Windows Media Player .
  (e) click Next to perform the resolution of the problems of performance of Windows Media Player and follow the steps.

  If the problem persists, use method 2.

  Method 2: Follow the steps in the link here and burn the CD or DVD.

  Burn a CD or DVD in Windows Media Player

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-8/burn-CD-or-DVD-Media-Player

  I hope that solves your problem. Please feel free to write back to us, if you are facing any problem related to Windows.

  Thank you

• Windows Update don't load/Windows Media Player does not start

  On XP Home Edition SP3, the last week I not was able to get the Windows Update page to load.  There is no error message, IE8 seems to think that the loading of the page and there's code, but a blank white page in IE8. I discovered this problem after finding that Windows Media Player wouldn't start - again without error message.  I look in Task Manager, the wmplayer.exe process runs for a few seconds, then disappears.

  I have run a number of analyses of malware using Avira Free edition (now uninstalled), Spybot S & D, MalwareBytes Antimalware, Windows Defender, and Microsoft Security Essentials with no result or change.

  I reset IE8 to its default settings and now find that I can't choose a search engine or view other pages on the Microsoft support site, such as http://support.microsoft.com/oas/default.aspx?gprid=assistance--il displays only the banner from the top on a white page. (I write this using Chrome).

  Other posts on the forum about the update or Media Player starts does not seem to be on other versions of Windows, and I've not found anything about problems at a time.

  Someone else met this kind of problem?

  Thank you

  KB2416400 only is installed, among those which you have listed

  You are see the effects of an infection hijackware, very probably aggravated by a rootkit infection W32/Alureon-Variant. And I can say that the computer is infected since early August of 2010,at least.

  OPTION A: Microsoft PCSafety provides users at home (only) with free assistance in dealing with infections by malicious software such as viruses, adware and spyware (including unwanted software).
  https://support.Microsoft.com/OAS/default.aspx?&PRID=7552&St=1

  OPTION B (recommended in your case): See...

  Cleaning a compromised system
       http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc700813.aspx

  Follow the instructions in this post of mine in another forum (to-the-letter & in order!) to restore your computer to a State safe & functional: http://aumha.net/viewtopic.php?f=62&t=44636

  If you need additional assistance with the clean install, please start a new thread in this forum: http://social.answers.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/xprepair/threads

  Wish I had better news for you.  Good luck!

  ~ Robear Dyer (PA Bear) ~ MS MVP (that is to say, mail, security, Windows & Update Services) since 2002 ~ WARNING: MS MVPs represent or work for Microsoft