(Solved) Re installed Win XP, now can't play DVD in Mediaplayer

[madbadger]

Evenin' all

Well the title says it all, reinstalled XP, now when I stick a DVD in the drive, Mediaplayer says it can't play DVDs.....

I reckon I need to d/l some codecs, d'you guys have any good links for DVD codecs? And where do I install them to once I've got 'em?

Thanks once again

MB

 

[SexyTech]

Hi There!


Start with WINDOWS UPDATE

You may need to load some DVD Decoder software also to get it to work correctly!


Good Luck!

 

[madbadger]

Thanks Sexy Tech, bin there, nuthin' for me to d/l

MB

 

[SexyTech]

what DVD software came with the system?

Most systems that have DVD come with WinDVD, PowerDVD etc.

Those will provide a software decoder that will enable the DVD to play in Media Player.

Also, If you have a DVD chip on your Video card...Such as "ATI Rage Theater", then you need to make sure you have the proper drivers and software loaded for that!

 

[madbadger]

You got it!

I have Power DVD somewhere, I'll install it & all will be well I'm sure, sorry to waste your time,

Thanx again, MB

 

[SexyTech]

No Problem MB!

Sometimes the easiest solution is the one that we overlook!

I've done that myself...so No Worries!


Peace...Out!

ST