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This article describes a problem with CD or DVD drives not work, or is missing, or not recognized after installing or uninstalling programs.

If the third-party DVD decoder cannot play DVDs, Media Player 9 also cannot play DVDs. Most DVD related issues can be resolved by uninstalling and then reinstalling the third-party DVD …

Learn about how to use your the Windows DVD Player app with Narrator, a built in screen reader that reads text on your screen aloud and describes events.

Why doesn't an audio CD play? A CD might not play if your CD-ROM drive has been disabled. Check to make sure that your CD-ROM drive is enabled. Also, a CD might not start …

Find answers to common questions about codecs and DVD decoders in Windows Media Player.

Nov 12, 2015 · Describes the free Windows DVD Player app that is available if you upgrade from an entitled version of Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1.

Windows Media Player is a built-in multimedia player that comes with Windows. While it is a reliable and widely used application, users may encounter errors and issues from time to time. …

Insert the disc into your PC or external CD-DVD drive, and then follow the instructions on your screen. You might be asked for an admin password. If install doesn't start automatically, check …

Discusses the cause and resolution of error 80040265 in Windows Media Player. This error is caused by an unsupported file format or codec or by corrupted Windows Media Player files.