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    XP Media Center in XP Pro??

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by germancasaretto, Jun 27, 2006.

  1. germancasaretto

    germancasaretto Notebook Geek NBR Reviewer

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    Does anybody knows if there's a patch or something I can add to XP Pro to have all the new Media Center features in it??

    I really don't want to install Media Center Edition, as there are lots of security and network features that XP Pro has, and Media Center not.

    Thanks!
     
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    ma401 Notebook Geek NBR Reviewer

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    Oh really? Other than joining domains (which can be fixed pretty easily), I know of none.

    There's a thread here that explains how to get MCE running on 2K3, I wouldn't be surprised if it could be adapted to work for XP:SP2.
     
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    Amber Notebook Prophet NBR Reviewer

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    MCE is basically XP pro minus the domain function but adds the entertainment options. Assuming you don't need the domain function, install MCE.

    Other than that I don't know of any programs that will add the funcitons of MCE to XP Pro.
     
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    ma401 Notebook Geek NBR Reviewer

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    One downfall to that process is that you need BOTH the MCE 2005 disks and the Windows XP disk...not too cost effective.

    It would be nice if this was a separate program that could be purchased SEPARATE from the operating system.
     
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    ma401 Notebook Geek NBR Reviewer

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    Very true, however there are a number of alternatives that you can purchase/acquire for free. BeyondTV and MythTV are two viable options (the first is commercial, the second is free).
     
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    germancasaretto Notebook Geek NBR Reviewer

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    Actually what I really want is to remote control the notebook... is it possible without MCE and without a TV turner card?

    I just want to play my dvds and music from a remote control
     
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    Certainly. You can pick up an ATI Remote Wonder on eBay for el cheapo, then configure it to work with whatever software you're using.
     
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    Daetlus Notebook Consultant

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    I 2nd his statement. By making a copy of the registry changing an entry and copying it back you can allow it to change domains. I'm 99% sure you can't give MCE any other features of Pro.

    As for this guide, I'm going to have to try this out when I have some free time at work in the next few days.
     
    Daetlus, Jun 28, 2006
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