Guide to Connecting the Xbox 360 to Windows Vista Media Center PC
First of all, those attempting to connect their Xbox 360 to the PC will need to install the Rollup 2 update in MCE2005 and download the software from the URL the Xbox 360 brings up when trying to connect. If you’re using Windows Firewall, you don’t need to turn it off, as it will adjust itself automatically. Actually, just don’t turn it off, period! If you’re using a 3rd party firewall, click here for a solution.
Steps1. Be sure your 360 isn’t paired up with any other PC. To do this, go to your 360 dashboard and browse to the System blade, then Computers. Disconnect from any computers listed there.2. Boot your Windows Vista PC up and leave it sitting on the desktop.3. On your 360, browse to the “Media Blade” and select “Windows Media Center”. Alternatively, press the green MCE button if you have a remote.4. You will be presented with an 8 digit number. Write it down or memorize it, and go back to your PC.
5. If you’re in “Media Center”, you should see the Window prompting you for the numbers. If you’re not, then a pop-up balloon will appear from your system tray, near the clock.6. Enter the numbers required, then set your options for folder sharing. Select the folders you have media in.7. Let it do its thing. Once finished, it should automatically launch MCE on the 360.TRANSCODE 360Transcode 360 allows you to stream unsupported formats to your Xbox 360 console.
Requirements:Windows Media Center, either Vista or XP MCE 2005A computer that’s reasonably quick. I can transcode with a laptop that has a Pentium M 1.4GHZ and a GB of Ram.Vista Codec Pack (including FFDshow)Steps1. Install the codec pack with default settings.2. Install Transcode360, using default settings. REBOOT YOUR PC3. If you get an error after the reboot, you’ll need to turn UAC off.
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July 22nd, 2009 | by pdf manuals |