Can't play MPEG 2 files on WMP 10 and WMP 11 for XP

[Sir Anonymous]

Hi.

Recently, I've upgraded to WMP11 on my XP Desktop. However, like WMP10, I can't play my MPEG 2 files. I'm told to download some sort of codec.

Would any of you guys know were I'm supposed to get this "codec"? I would greatly appreciate any assistance in this regard.

 

[Iron Woode]

you require an MPEG2 decoder such as provided by any of the DVD player software out there (Cyberlink, WinDVD, etc) or something like Nvidia's purevideo codec.

 

[ForumMaster]

The K-Lite Mega Codec Pack contains the codecs neccesary to play almost any file you'll encounter. enjoy.

 

[George P Burdell]

For codecs:
http://forums.anandtech.com/me...id=33&threadid=2170973

 

[Gooberlx2]

Originally posted by: ForumMaster
The K-Lite Mega Codec Pack contains the codecs neccesary to play almost any file you'll encounter. enjoy.

I recommend the standard or full packs if he's not going to be watching or editing some of the rare/dead codecs that the mega pack supports.

this is the official site I believe.

 

[Iron Woode]

perhaps a dvd player cd came with his system or motherboard or video card?

he may already have one.

 

[Sir Anonymous]

Thanks for all the suggestions. I'll be sure to do some research on everything and try what looks best.

Cheers.

 

[corkyg]

This should fix up your WMP to do the job. No charge!

MPEG2