Windows Media play cannot play your DVDs because no compatible decoder is not installed on your computer

I get this message when I try to play my DVD

Windows Media play cannot play your DVDs because no compatible decoder is not installed on your computer

You must purchase and install a few dvd playing software. It takes a codec to play DVDs that will come with this software like powerdvd, windvd. Once installed, you can then choose your Media Player for watching DVDs.

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  • "Windows Media cannot play the DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer"

    When I insert one no matter what DVD in my Dvd Player, I get a message indicating

    "Windows Media cannot play the DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer"

    I have Windows XP Professional, I have not played a DVD on the computor in several months. How can I fix this.

    When I insert one no matter what DVD in my Dvd Player, I get a message indicating

    "Windows Media cannot play the DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer"

    I have Windows XP Professional, I have not played a DVD on the computor in several months. How can I fix this.

    =========================================
    If you have a DVD decoder (for example Power DVD) try reinstalling it.

    If it is not... Take a look at the following site:

    Info about DVD decoders:
    Plug-ins for Windows Media Player
    http://www.Microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/player/plugins.aspx

    Also, you could try one of the players following freeware that will play DVDs:

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

    VLC Media Player
    http://www.videolan.org/

    Media Player Classic
    http://www.filehippo.com/download_media_player_classic/
    (just unzip and run it... (no installation required)

    Media Player Classic Home Cinema
    http://MajorGeeks.com/Media_Player_Classic_Home_Cinema_d6213.html
    (works on XP/Vista/7)

    Also, it may be interesting to try to install one of the following Codec Packs:

    * Proceed at your own risk *.

    (1) news of CCCP (combined Community Codec Pack)
    http://www.CCCP-project.NET/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page

    (2) K-Lite Codec Pack (full)
    http://www.filehippo.com/download_klite_codec_pack/

    Good 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 *.

  • I went to play a DVD on my computer this evening and received this msg: Windows Media Player cannot play the DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer.

    DVD decoder not installed?

    I went to play a DVD on my computer this evening and received this msg: Windows Media Player cannot play the DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer.
    A few weeks ago, I played DVD on my computer. I would like to know what is happening. Any ideas/suggestions?

    I tried to play one of the same DVDs I played before... same message.  Nothing to my knowledge has been removed from my computer and I'm the only one with access... "very confused.

    Thanks if anyone can help.

    Yes, and if you install the utility on your system, you'll see all decoders.

    The utility will also tell you if a decoder is compatible or not.

    Using Media Player version 10 or 11?

    the utility tells me I have no decoder... the only thing I can think is that if I actually deleted it... I rarely remove anything because I do not add a lot... but it is possible a few weeks ago, I have to get rid of some things (I'm quite cautious because I'm not an expert).   It is the Media Player version 11, I was trying to use... but I rebooted now 10 to see if there was something to update related that mess.

    because I used the VLC Player successfully, I have not yet tried Windows Media Player (since WMP reloading and load the codec pack)

    So great to have the entry of a person who knows what he's doing.  Thanks again. I will try the Windows Media Player later and see if I have his use of return.

    Have a great day!

  • How can I solve this problem on Media Player? Windows Media Player cannot play the DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer.

    Windows Media Player cannot play the DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer.

    FWIW... Win XP cannot natively recognize Commercial
    DVD video... it requires a DVD decoder.

    If you could play before commercial video DVD...
    do a system restore to a time before this started
    may be your solution.

    Or you could buy a DVD decoder at the following link:

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

    (948247) how to set a system restore
    point in Windows XP
    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/948247

    Info about DVD decoders:
    Plug-ins for Windows Media Player
    http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/downloads/Windows-Media-Player/plug-ins

    Or you can download and use one of the following
    freeware multimedia players:

    VLC Media Player
    http://www.filehippo.com/download_vlc/
    (works on XP/Vista/7)

    Media Player Classic Home Cinema
    http://MajorGeeks.com/Media_Player_Classic_Home_Cinema_d6213.html
    (works on XP/Vista/7)

    Or... you can try to download and install one of
    the following Codec Packs.

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

    * Proceed at your own risk *.

    (1) K-Lite Codec Pack (full)
    http://www.filehippo.com/download_klite_codec_pack/
    (Win XP / Vista / Win 7-32 bit and 64 bit)

    (2) information on CCCP (combined Community Codec Pack)
    http://www.CCCP-project.NET/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page
    (Windows 7, Vista and XP SP1 and above - 32-bit and 64-bit)

    Good luck...

  • Error message "Windows Media Player cannot play the DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer"

    Original title: Windows Media Player

    All of a sudden, I get the following error message when I try to use Windows Media Player 11: "Windows Media Player cannot play the DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer."  Never had this problem, or a message in the past.

    Hi RRobb,

    ·         Did you do changes on the computer before the show?

    Follow these methods.

    Method 1: If you have a DVD decoder (for example Power DVD) try reinstalling it.

    How to change or remove a program in Windows XP

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/307895

    If this is not the case, see the following link:

    Plug-ins for Windows Media Player

    http://www.Microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/player/plugins.aspx

    Method 2: Perform a system restore if the problem occurred recently.

    How to restore Windows XP to a previous state

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/306084

  • Windows Media Player cannot play the DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer

    Windows Media Player cannot play the DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer

    Windows Media Player cannot play the DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer

    ====================================
    FWIW... Win XP cannot natively recognize Commercial
    DVD video... it requires a DVD decoder.

    If you could play before commercial video DVD...
    do a system restore to a time before this started
    may be your solution.

    Or you could buy a DVD decoder at the following link:

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

    Info about DVD decoders:
    Plug-ins for Windows Media Player
    http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/downloads/Windows-Media-Player/plug-ins

    Or you can download and use one of the following freeware
    media players:

    VLC Media Player
    http://www.filehippo.com/download_vlc/
    (works on XP/Vista/7)

    Media Player Classic Home Cinema
    http://MajorGeeks.com/Media_Player_Classic_Home_Cinema_d6213.html
    (works on XP/Vista/7)

    Or... you can try to download and install one of the
    Following codec packs.

    (FWIW... it is always preferable, if you create a system restore
    point before installing any software or updates).

    * Proceed at your own risk *.

    (1) K-Lite Codec Pack (full)
    http://www.filehippo.com/download_klite_codec_pack/

    (2) information on CCCP (combined Community Codec Pack)
    http://www.CCCP-project.NET/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page

    Good 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 *.

  • Cannot read DVDs, error: Windows Media Player cannot play the DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer

    DVD playback problem started today.  SE message: Windows Media Player cannot play the DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is installed on your computer ot.  I have not had this problem before.

    Hi RosemaryHanna,

    Thanks for posting in the Microsoft community!

    I understand that you are unable to read the DVD. I will try to help you with this question.

    (1) did you make any changes before the show?

    (2) the video works fine when playing any video recorded or audio files on the computer?

    Method 1: Solve the video issues in Windows Media Player and other media or library

    http://support.Microsoft.com/mats/windows_media_player_diagnostic/?WA=wsignin1.0

    Method 2: You can see the steps mentioned in the article below

    Supported decoders MPEG - 2 software DVD in Windows Media Player for Windows XP and Windows Vista

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/306331

    Note: The use of 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.

    Let us know the status of the issue. I will be happy to provide you with the additional options that you can use to get the problem resolved.

  • Cannot read DVD or CD error: "Windows Media Player cannot play this DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer.

    Original title: I CANNOT READ THE DVD OR CD ON MEDIA PLAYER, IT is A what NO NOISE 'n' INSTALLED EITHER ALL THE IDEAS THAT DO?

    I HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE PLAYER ON MY LAPTOP, I JUST GOT ALL OF THE DELETED CONTENT SO THAT IT IS FIXED AND I AM UNABLE TO PLAY DVDS OR GET ANY SOUND MEDIA PLAYER WHEN I ENTERED A DVD THE MESSAGE READ:

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    ANY IDEAS PEOPLE? I THINK I NEED TO REINSTALL THE SOUND AND EVERYTHING BUT DON'T HAVE ANY IDEA OF THAT KIND OF THING OR WHERE TO GET IT FROM :( ANY HELP WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED.

    Hi SARAH-82.

    The sound works fine when playing any video recorded or audio files on the computer?

    Method 1: You may need to download the audio effect plug-ins or ability of DVD in Windows Media Player, please visit the link below

    http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/downloads/Windows-Media-Player/plug-ins

    Method 2: You can see the steps mentioned in the article below

    Supported decoders MPEG - 2 software DVD in Windows Media Player for Windows XP and Windows Vista

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/306331

    Note: 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.

    Method 3: To the problem of audio or audio playback, you can follow the steps mentioned in the link
    Tips for solving common audio problems

    Thank you, and in what concerns:

    Ajay K

    Microsoft Answers Support Engineer
    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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  • I can't play DVD's with Windows Media Player because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on my computer

    Original title: Windows Media Player

    I can't read the dvd with Windows Media Player... it says

    Windows Media Player cannot play this DVD because no compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer.

    What can I do to make it work... and I don't want to pay for another program.

    Thank you.

    Can not read the DVD in the drive Media of Windows XP
    ====================================

    Running the following command may be worth a try:

    Reach... Start / run... and type or copy / paste:

    regsvr32 jscript.dll

    Press on... Come in

    You should see the following dialog box:

    DllRegisterServer in jscript.dll successful / OK

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    FWIW... Win XP cannot natively recognize Commercial
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    If you could play before commercial video DVD...
    do a system restore to a time before this started
    may be your solution.

    (306084) how to restore Windows XP to a
    previous state
    http://support.Microsoft.com/?kbid=306084

    Or you could buy a DVD decoder at the following link:

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

    (948247) how to set a system restore
    point in Windows XP
    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/948247

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

    Or you can download and use one of the following
    freeware multimedia players:

    VLC Media Player
    http://www.filehippo.com/download_vlc/
    (works on XP/Vista/7)
    (name of the file to download: vlc - 2.0.1 - win32.exe)

    Media Player Classic Home Cinema
    http://MajorGeeks.com/Media_Player_Classic_Home_Cinema_d6213.html
    (works on XP/Vista/7)
    (name of the file to download: MPC - HomeCinema.1.6.1.4235.x 86 .exe)

    Or... you can try to download and install the
    Following Codec Pack.

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

    * Proceed at your own risk *.

    K - Lite Codec Pack (full)
    http://www.filehippo.com/download_klite_codec_pack/
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    Good luck...

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