Microsoft has released Windows Media Player 11 for Windows XP.

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This post has been edited by fariz: Oct 31 2006, 06:36 AM

can be used with non-authentic windows?

need to validate during installation

No. Even if it can, it is not legal

Let's make it clear now before people posting similar kind of things.
- NO DISCUSSION ON "HOW TO GET WMP11 INSTALLED IN MY PIRATED WINDOWS XP"

fariz, i tot this already launched long time ago???

That is beta version.

well...it aint my fault.
that i got this 'pirated' version.
i got cheated by the seller.
i was young and naive.
paid clos to rm5k for my lappy back then.

slightly insulted as i never asked anyone on how to install it on a pirated windows.

Ya it is required to be validate your Genuine windows during the setup.
I hav been using it for almost two months lor....

where there is google, there is a way.
Anyways, good news

heheheheh...agreeee...im using genuine windows anyway... no worries for me

No worries, I'm not referring to you.

Just as a caution because everyt time Microsoft releases a new software, people will sure ask about the WGA thingy

what is the difference between x86 and x64??

[sarcasm]x86 pwns because the number is higher than x64[/sarcasm]

Just kidding, x86 is for 32-bit processor and OS
x64 version is for WinXP 64-bit version

thanks.
another noobie question, how to detect my winXP is 32 or 64bit?

full 11 version? not beta anymore?..will go download it and try it later

So, it's like IE7. Need to do validation.

Go to Start->Run->Type "cmd"

Type "winver"

Judging from your ignorance, I believe you're running 32-bit Windows XP

ahaha...i oso noob here....i tried aledi but didnt write oso wat bit...ahaha...malunya...

If it doesn't mention 64, it has to be 32-bit

any1 know how to show the playback movie screen after I change to compact mode? last time using wmp10 no problems but not with this wmp11.

That swirly looking blue visualisation on the WMP11, where can I get that?


Attached thumbnail(s)

drains alot of memory?

i hope it'll be smooth as i dont really like wm10 cuz i encounter quite alot of errors..

but the sound is lose to winamp...

It has SRS Wow Effect while Winamp?

lol, ppl still don't know how WMP has improved. less resources than winamp, free ripping and burning. better interface and vis.
for the vis, go to media player's website.

That visualization doesn't exist, it's just Photoshop mock-up. (according to a developer on the Windows Media team)

genuine windows? bah no problem
but never really liked WMP

i stick 2 Winamp and Media Player Classic >.<

Aiyoooooooo lidat oso can? No wonder I dig around everywhere oso cudn find it.

and you're point is? Many ppl that used RM5 windows can also use this if they learn how to use google properly. and not to mention you don't have to pay anyhting to use it's burning and ripping feature fully, unlike a certain media MP3 player wannabe

you are right but there are so many alternatives softwares on internet, not necessory have to choose WMP to convert mp3 or do some synchroniztion with the MP3 player mah.

Anyway, I like the WMP 11...hehe. My windows is Genuine BTW..

the default appearance is cool, i luv black color, vista alike eh?

Does it hogs lots of the processor's resources?

Anyone tried it before?

@sototng, vista version better looking, the taskbar is transparent when playing full screen, thus your video won't be cropped

@hean, no. it's lower than 10's usage

noob question, why wmp11 cant play rm format? is it because rm is a registered format or something like that?

for those who want to use the latest Windows Media Player codecs whithout installing Windows Media Player 11, you can get Windows Media Format Runtime 11 @ here (7.7MB)

Windows Media Format runtime is required for WMA (Windows Media Audio) and WMV (Windows Media Video)

@ahtiven, do u have real player or real alternative installed? u need either one for rm playback.

i use open source "storm codecs", i think if wmp11 can play all formats including rm it will be better

well, if its lower that wmp10's usage then i will upgrade to wmp11..
thanks for info!

well, i'm using Real Alternative to open RM file in WMP. And WMP will not support RM. Remember that it was REAL that lead to the windows getting into that problem in Europe about bundling WMP in Windows.

so...this is which version ?
11.X.XXXX.XXXX

This post has been edited by LittleLinnet: Nov 3 2006, 12:53 AM

Should be 11.0.5721.5145 (correct me if I'm wrong, as my laptop with WMP11 installed is not with me)

11.0.5721.5145 confirmed

my WMP11 icon still looks like WMP10.
how about u guys?

yeh.. same

thats how it is suppose to be

You mean the file format icon or the WMP icon itself?

If it's the latter one tat you're talking about, yes, it's the same.

This post has been edited by samurai1337: Nov 3 2006, 11:23 PM

yeah, it's the same as MP10. The file format is supposed to be a music Icon tho... or that was Vista? I can't remember

err the windows media player icon still the same with windows media player 10 ..but the songs files change adi ..if u still see the same tat's mean got some problem...

http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=356719
You guys might as well continue the discussion about the "new icon" issue over there

lol just install quite good to me.

This is my 5th days usage of final version of WMP 11, yet problem not occur, I don't like it starting beginning from Library, didn't see new features so far, it bring more lags on clicking: Tab Help > Check for updates...

Yeah the default library start page is annoying. It is changable in the previous version.

Change your WMP shortcut to be "wmplayer.exe /Task:NowPlaying".

It will start on the Now Playing tab like WMP 10 did before.

Yeah, but, this will not solving, I really need something starting from 'Now Playing' always...
Anyone?

Huh? Fariz's "Change your WMP shortcut to be "wmplayer.exe /Task:NowPlaying" will make it work already, isn't?

It's working for mine thou, thanks Fariz

I find there's a bug in WMP 11. Switching in between compact and full in with preferred skin always changes back to default skin. I've to constantly re-select my preferred skin. This didn't happen in WMP10 or previous versions. I've rolled back to older version..easier and less problem for me.

Mine crashes after 10-15 minutes of playing mp3, and i am forced to reboot.

Am i the only one here having this problem?

This post has been edited by AMDs-PoOp: Nov 5 2006, 03:29 PM

Maybe he mean Run: wmplayer.exe /Task:NowPlaying...

I really need something options that always can runs starting page 'Now Playing'...

same over here

no, he stated quite clear.

Right click ur WMP, properties, Shortcut, Target. There.

I doesn't experience such problem..

That's the way to set it and then everytime u run Windows Media Player will start with 'Now Playing' page lor...

Microsoft doesn't make new icon for WMP unlike they did for IE..

I've installed wmp11 yesterday, everything seems ok except it refuses to play dvd anybody can help? thanx

Yup, just now test before reach this page...
Right click WMP 11 Icon, replace target with this "C:\Program Files\Windows Media Player\wmplayer.exe" /Task:NowPlaying, thats it...

Need to have DVD codec 1st I think. Install K-lite or Power DVD

Haiz.only beta test.By the way who know urge in the window media player 11 for?

This si the full version lor.... no more Beta. URGE is a music service that tied up with Microsoft.

Look this picture...

After that, open back and you can play your dvd right away...

No need any codec...

can change the color of the playlist??

Can't change color single like that...

still not working already reinstalled still the same problem happens

you seems dont have any DVD drive

Your dvd internal or external...?

Err, I have dvd, but it's external, just test it before appear in list...

pai seh pai seh ....
ur dvd is connected to your pc by usb right ?
ur dvd able to do other stuff or not ?
can use other player to play ?

hey guys. wmp 11 requires SP 2 is it? is there a way to install on SP 1 comps?

Thx for the picture now I know better of the function ^^

why you still want to use SP 1 and not SP 2 ?

Some people prefers to stick with SP1 ... don't ask why they wanted to stay.

There's totally no clear advantages of using Windows XP SP1, but instead

- There's no more support from Microsoft anymore. Means no more new patches, fixes etc.
- A lot of new applications cannot be supported.
- It's unsafe to use.

as samurai1337 say
there is no more patch and support from microsoft regarding SP1

then, there is no more ways to install WMP11
unless u find some 3rd party software

downloaded the WMP11 and its rock stable as previous WMP10, even using with 3rd party plug-ins (DFX and so on)...now it match with my Vista Transformation Pack

When I launched WMP11, the default screen is "Library". Is there a way to change it to "Now Playing" like WMP10/9?

This post has been edited by David83: Nov 11 2006, 07:33 AM

i come to support !! WMP11 hav to install plugin to make it stronger..
i use with Windows Media Player Dolby Circle Surround II Plugin v1.4.2.0
COOL~~! strong bass n perfect surround... jz like night club! haha.... hyper abit!

Dude, read the thread

>>> http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...dpost&p=9030124

any way to unlock the licence of protected media files rip by wmp ??
cos i hav alot media files rip by wmp but only can run on wmp + hav to dl the licence... it cannot play at TTplayer or others...

any solution ?

there are some mp3 file i cannot edit the details..
means the artist,song title all those
do u guys experience this problem?

In Now Playing mode. Now cannot display Song name at the screen.



This post has been edited by 6650: Nov 11 2006, 07:35 PM

mine also like that
i thought new version is like this?

Huh? Media files rip? R u meaning audio files? Isn't u can just rip as mp3 and then can play at any player?

I usually edit files that cannot be edited in WMP in foobar, than after that WMP can edit it like always. maybe the file need a jolt first.

I also got that problem till some of the chinese songs with names like ???-?????.Any solutions?

Yes, I buy external kit, can internal also, and not just read, also burning...

I just press apply media information changes several times then can edit(sometimes only)
so hav to see ur luck
this version of WMP sure has many problem

when i play songs in wmp 10's library,and randomly stop and any songs and close and shut down.After i on my com again,it will start at the song where i stopped before i shut down but this doesn't work in wmp 11...did u guys encounter this problem?

does anyone know where can i get this visualization?

and whenever i plug in my pendrive..it auto save my songs inside my pendrive, how do i stop it from auto save?

That is a photoshopped screenshot.....
and don't plug in your pen drive when you open WMP

you can change it in the options tab

Which option to disable it? I can't get it ...

i seriously see no difference in MP10 n 11... oni interface n da new online shop..sigh..

Your answer is here
http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...dpost&p=8993695

You might want to read here to understand more about the new features
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsme.../11/design.aspx

For a media player itself, what other new features can you think of?

Anyone know how to bypass the Windows verification function when installing Windows Media Player 11 ? I think IE 7 oso have the same problem