A number of our users have experienced connection issues after performing an update to the Windows Media Player software. In many of these situations, a full reinstallation of the application from the Microsoft web site as described below has corrected the problem. Please let us know if it does not in your case.
- Go to the Microsoft Windows Media Player download page.
- From the pull-down menu, select the version that corresponds to your operating system, then click the "Download Now" button. Note: Do not select any version labelled "BETA."
- In the File Download dialogue box, select "Save this program to disk," and then click "OK."
- You will now see a "Save As" window. Save the file on the desktop, and do not change the name of the file.
- Depending on your modem speed, the download time will vary. Make note of the file name so you can find the file after the download is finished.
- When the download is done, you are ready to install the player. Close all your applications before starting the installation.
- Look for the installation file on your desktop, and double-click it to begin.
- When the security warning appears, click "Yes" to continue installing.
- The program will display an End User Licence Agreement. Click "Yes" if you agree to comply.
- After installing the initial program files, specify your Internet connection speed. Choose between 14.4K, 19.2K, 28.8K, 56K modem/ISDN, 112K modem/dual-ISDN, T1/LAN, or unknown/other. If you do not know your connection speed, ask your network administrator or refer to your modem documentation.