video codecs needed!

Question

hello...

so i've been trying to play these extracted dvd files i extracted using dvd decrypted a while back but i had to format my hard drive and start from scratch (because i upgraded to vista)

i saved the files and have them on my pc but i can't play them because i think i'm in need of some video codecs...the problem is...i don't know how to look for them.

i have powerdvd as my dvd/blu ray disc player but i cant seem to be able and play those files with that program...neither with windows media player.

the files do end with a .VOB (if that helps in any way)

i appreciate the help from anyone in advanced! thanks!

mfinnan101 · Answer

Windows Media Player lacks a lot of codecs unfortunately.

I use the k-lite codec pack.

I haven't found a type of video file it can't open yet. You can download it from here:

http://www.free-codecs.com/download_soft.php?d=4523&s=95

Another thing to try is download the free version of realplayer from here:

http://europe.real.com/player/win/?&src=ZG.eu.idx

Hope this helps.

ekeroth88 · Answer

Although the solution below probably would work I wouldn't recommend it since K-lite codec pack installs alot of lousy codecs that will just slow things down. Instead I would recommend downloading VLC Media Player or Media Player Classic. You can get links finding google.com, there's alot of mirrors out there.

Best of luck,

Daniel

Windows General

video codecs needed!

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