problems playing DVDs

Question

I have an inspiron 5150 and recently wiped my hard drive b/c of a virus and reinstalled my whole system.  Before the virus I used to have no trouble playing dvds but when I have not been able to since.  I reinstalled all my video drivers and multimedia software but i keep receiving error messages, mainly about not having a decoder.  Any help is really appreciated! thanks

ejn63 · Answer

You need to install the DVD decoder program that shipped with your system - probably WinDVD, but could be PowerDVD as well. It should be on a separate CD that is with the others you received with the system.

angeleyes3833 · Answer

I did that...I reinstalled the power dvd 5.1 CD i have...didnt work :smileyindifferent: any other suggestions? thanks

bacillus · Answer

What other error messages are you seeing as it/they may be related to your present problem? Message Edited by bacillus on 08-28-2005 11:31 PM

ejn63 · Answer

Check support.dell.com for updates - also make sure you've installed the chipset drivers and system software.

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