How do I find the DVD decoder for windows media player?

[luvya]

First, it said it doesn't have compatible dvd decoder, after I went through the windows updates, now it just gives me error. WTF...what more does microsoft want from me? Anyone knows where I can find the dvd decoder specifically?

 

[BlueWeasel]

I thought the decoder is available only when you install stand-alone DVD software like PowerDVD or WinDVD. Kinda defeats the purpose, though, doesn't it?

I may be wrong about that, though.

 

[luvya]

You mean media player will use the dvd decorder inside the stand alone dvd software?

 

[BlueWeasel]

Originally posted by: luvya
You mean media player will use the dvd decorder inside the stand alone dvd software?

Actually, I think the DVD decoder is intalled as part of the DVD software. Once the software is installed, WMP should be able to use the installed decoder for playback.

 

[luciddreams]

I'm having the same problems. I can use PowerDVD and WinDVD just fine, but Windows Media player claims not to be able to play DVD's. I have found commercial solutions to bestowing DVD power to WMP, but I cannot find a free solution!