Multimedia
Hardware and Software Guide
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Using Windows Media Player
Windows Media Player is included with the Windows operating
system. It can be used to play CDs and DVDs, and create audio
and data CDs. To play a CD or DVD:
1. Insert the CD or DVD into the optical drive.
2. Wait several seconds, and then:
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If AutoPlay is enabled, Windows Media Player opens.
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If Windows Media Player does not open, select
Start >
(All) Programs > Accessories > Entertainment >
Windows Media Player,
and then select the
Play
button
to play the CD.
For additional instructions on using this application, select
Help
on the Windows Media Player menu bar.
Using WinDVD Player
InterVideo WinDVD can be used to play video CDs and DVD
movies. To locate and install InterVideo WinDVD, refer to the
“Installing Software”
section in this chapter.
To open WinDVD when AutoPlay has been disabled:
»
Select
Start > (All) Programs > InterVideo WinDVD >
InterVideo WinDVD.
For more information about using WinDVD, select
Help
on the
WinDVD menu bar.
