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.

Tags: Windows

Similar Questions

  • problem of windows media player "Server execution failed"

    Windows media player does not work whenever I play a movie I get the message 'Server execution failed '.

    Look at the following thread: -.
    Windows 7 Media Player - Server execution failed

  • 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.
  • "Server execution failed" in Windows Media Player

    original title: the execution of the server failed

    Often, when I play an audio file in Media Player, my computer loads for a few seconds and then gives the error "Server execution failed". I tried everything in this topic: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_7-sound/windows-7-media-player-server-execution-failed/ecc08c3b-d445-48c2-b07d-9df48500434f, but it does not solve my problem. I got the errors of memory before, but I fixed those.

    The suggestion worked for you? Try 5 second delay.

    Sometimes an audio file has a period of closure in fade or even silence or a low level at the end. If you click on to read another file before the file is actually finished playing, you get a server running has no reviews.

    It would be more elegant if the application produces a message of type "has a moment, please" and then fix the new request, but...

    Tom Ferguson

  • When you start Windows Media Player I get error: "Server execution failed".

    Hello

    When I try to start Windows Media Player by double-clicking an audio or video file, I get the error "Server execution failed" for this file. Can someone tell me what this means and what I can do about it?

    Thank you

    Christi

    Hi Christi,

    You may receive this error if you try to open a file media shortly after the closing of Windows Media Player (WMP).  When you close WMP, the user interface is closed immediately, but WMP continues to be in a State of "shutting down" for a few seconds, and the process is still in activity during this period.

    To avoid this problem it should be enough to wait a few seconds before Windows Media Player opens, 2 seconds at least.

    Bobby

  • 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.
     
    Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum.

  • In windows 7, Windows Media Player does not work and displays "Server execution failed".

    I am facing a problem when I want to open the WMP it does appear anything (do not open) and when I try to open a media file, then it displays "Server execution failed". Could any body help me solve the problem.

    Things to try:

    • Uninstall WMP then reinstall it of "features" - "turn on or off windows features" develop ' media features. and uncheck the 'Windows media player' reboot your PC and then do the same thing but check WMP to reinstall it.
    • run WMP - problem shooters in "search programs and files" enter "help" (without the quotation marks), in the results click "troubleshooting." Click on 'programs' and run the WMP troubleshooters.
    • Run the wmp FixIt - go to http://support.microsoft.com/fixit/?wa=wsignin1.0 and run the FixIt of MP.

    If it still does not work, try a SFC/scannow scan.

    If all goes well, one of the highest peuvent help.

  • Unable to open Windows media player error Server execution failed

    Original title: my windows media player does not open

    I have windows 7 and recently everytime I open my Media Player, that it opens at all and if I select a file to play with media player, it says "Server execution failed" and it never occurred before. Help, please! I'm dying without my music

    Hello

    ·         You will remember to do recent changes on the computer before this problem?

    ·         What happens when try to open Windows media player?

    I suggest you follow the steps mentioned below:

    Method 1:

    Open Windows media player troubleshooting setting and check if the problem continues, follow them steps described in the following link:

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

    Method 2:

    If the previous step fails execution of corner store to library Windows media player and check if the problem persists, follow the steps described in the following link:

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

    Method 3:

    If the previous step fails, run the System File Checker tool to troubleshoot missing or corrupted system files follow the steps in the following article below to run the System File Checker:

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929833

    You can alsoUN fix from the following link and check if the problem persists:

    http://support.Microsoft.com/mats/windows_media_player_diagnostic/

    Method 4:

    If the previous step fails to follow these step and check if the problem persists:

    a. Click Start and in the search bar type cmd.exe

    b. right-click on cmd.exe and click Run as administrator

    (c) in the command prompt, type the following command:

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

    d. press on enter, and then restart the computer and check if the problem persists.

  • Windows media player shows the message Server execution failed

    Hello!!!

    Now a days when I start window media player it doesn't work and display message "Server execution failed".

    I use Windows 7

    Please, guide to the best solution!

    Try FIRST solution thi s Bérard! It worked for me!

  • Windows 7 windows media player, the Server execution failed?

    Windows Windows 7 Media Player went I turn on I get this,: Server execution failed. What is c?

    There are some tips in the forum Server execution failed thread

  • Server execution failed, Windows Media Player 7

    After you run Spybot S & D 2 times, my WMP will not, introduce simply, it flashes and says "Server execution failed". Windows 7 ed. home WM Center starts and runs, but when I try to manage or import music library, it locks up tight. Restore all the elements of the quarantine of Spybot, no help. Any suggestions?

    After you run Spybot S & D 2 times, my WMP will not, introduce simply, it flashes and says "Server execution failed". Windows 7 ed. home WM Center starts and runs, but when I try to manage or import music library, it locks up tight. Restore all the elements of the quarantine of Spybot, no help. Any suggestions?

    Try resetting WMP12

  • Opening photos I get the error "Server execution failed" so it displays the link to the windows photo gallery is broken

    I lost the ability to click on a pphoto in the photo file and opened it. I get the error "Server execution failed" it seems that the link to the windows photo gallery is broken. If I choose the open arrow and click the Windows Photo Gallery, and then the picture will open. How to restore the link so I can click on the picture and may he open it?

    original title: opening photos

    Looks like you have a lot more problems of system
    implies that this can be resolved in this forum.

  • I get the error "Server execution failed" after cleaning my hard drive without deleting Windows 7

    * Original title: Server execution failed

    Tried to clean my hard drive without deleting windows 7 and now, that message is what I get for all

    (Moved to repair and recovery)

    You do not have a format to get rid of your data.

    You do a format when you want to do a clean install of the operating system.

    As you all saved, I suggest that you continue on the new facility, then copy your data back.

    An evaluation of the system of pre-boot build 4124 is Dell.

    http://en.community.Dell.com/support-forums/laptop/f/3518/t/19422031

    See you soon.

  • drive multimedia "Server execution failed".

    I am running Windows 7 on a 64-bit computer and up to about 3 weeks ago, everything was great. Since then, when I want to open a video file in WMP I get the error "Server execution failed". I followed all the advice I can find on these sites, including the uninstall and re-install the program, as well as cheating on her with 2 other patches using the c prompt... nothing works. Windows Movie Maker works fine.

    Finally, I would like to get WMP works... any patches for that would be great. If not, does anyone have an alternative program that they use or have any suggestions for how to manage this problem? And please don't say get an Apple, it's too obvious.
    Thank you!
    Jim

    Hi Jim,.

    1. is the question confined with videos in particular?

    2 have you made changes on the computer before this problem?

    3. What are the troubleshooting steps you have tried?

    This problem can occur because settings of Windows Media Player (WMP) or the files are corrupted.

    Try the following and see if it helps.

    Method 1:

    Stop Windows Media Player Network Sharing service and check if it helps.

    a. Click Start, type services.msc in the Search box, clickservices.mscand then click run as administrator.
    b. right-click on Windows Media Player Network Sharing. Click stop.

    Method 2:

    Rename the folder of information network WMP.

    a. close Windows Media Player.
    b. click the Start button, type "%userprofile%\appdata\local\Microsoft\Windows Media" (without the quotes) in the search box and press ENTER.
    c. in the opened folder, right click on the 12.0 folder and choose Rename. Rename the 12.0.bak folder.

    Method 3:

    Save the WMP components.

    a. close Windows Media Player and all the other windows.
    b. Click Start, all programs, and accessories.
    c. right-click "Command Prompt" and select "Run as Administrator", accept the UAC prompt.
    d. type the following commands and press ENTER after each line.
    regsvr32 jscript.dll
    regsvr32 vbscript.dll
    output

    Keep us informed on the status of the issue.

  • "When I try to listen to music from my external hard drive, I get ' E: / Server execution failed"

    Original title: external Hard Drive music does not play

    When I try to listen to music from my external hard drive, I get ' E: / failure of execution of the server "what's?

    Hello
     
    (1) is specific to a specific folder?
    (2) did you of recent changes to the computer before the show?
    (3) what music player do you use?
     
    "E: / Server execution failed" is an error caused by a person who uses the incorrect proxy settings in windows, and windows media player and media center you will encounter errors on this.
     
    I suggest the following methods and check if it helps.
     
    Method 1:
    (a) open the network and sharing Center
    (b) go to network connections
    c) right click of your main connection method and click IPV4 settings
    (d) select Advanced settings, click on that and if you see any information other that automatically detect settings and then delete and check her automatically detect the settings box.
     
    Method 2: I suggest to refer to the following article and perform the steps mentioned by Vivian Xing and check if it helps. http://social.technet.Microsoft.com/forums/en/w7itpromedia/thread/f690ff23-C486-47e7-ACD4-ee6187613ae8

    Warning to be upgraded on the spot: take the backup of all your files of important data before performing the upgrade on the spot.

Maybe you are looking for

  • ThinkPad T450s Review

    Introduction The ThinkPad T450s is one of the best new ultrabooks. If it is not as slim as some, it is still quite compact and easier to service than the thinner machines and screen Full HD IPS is a standout feature. This review is based on a ThinkPa

  • Primitive polynomial (generate some Bits VI)

    In the attached VI, I'm actually generate bits using the PN sequence and primitive polynomial. I'm having a problem in the primitive polynomial. If I have a primitive polynomial (x ^ 4 + x + 1) can any body guide me how to make it work? I tried diffe

  • How to access the handle through its pointer

    Hi all I have a problem regarding the use of the handle and the pointer. I try to use an external DLL library in Labview. In this DLL library, there are two functions, we're like: int32_t xChannelOpen (CIFXHANDLE hDriver, char * szBoard, uint32_t ulC

  • stop screen pixellisant and blue problems

    Get a pixelated screen on startup or after using for a while also the blue screen appears and computer stop reboots the donkey

  • lack of local network connection icon

    lack of local network connection icon