RE: Help required to Setting up or Installing XP MCE
From: XP_MCE_Slave (XPMCESlave_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 03/15/05
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Date: Tue, 15 Mar 2005 10:21:03 -0800
I think I've done it, I really think it's working.
For thoses with similar problems see this WEBsite:
http://blog.retrosight.com/PermaLink,guid,f2553662-641c-43a5-a9f8-fdd3d69b1dee.aspx
Then download the manual, and follow it to the letter.
I wish this installation manual came with the software (well that's OEM)
Must go now, need to slee...........................................p
"XP_MCE_Slave" wrote:
> I Need help!
>
> I’ve bought / built 2 PC, the first is the big server style storage unit and
> the second is a under TV desktop type.
>
> I also have a 1GigaBite Ethernet network (all Cat 6), I’ve created a the
> home network using all netgear equipment, my old machines and new laptops all
> work on the home network using MS Windows XP Home.
>
> The Spec for the main PC is:
> Asus A8V Rev.2 Deluxe (Socket 939) Motherboard
> AMD Athlon 64 3000+ Winchester 90nm (Socket 939)
> Corsair 512MB DDR Value Select PC3200 CAS3.0 Kit (2x256MB) (VS512MBKIT400C3)
> XFX GeForce FX 5200 128MB DDR TV-Out/DVI (AGP) - Retail (PVT34KNAHG)
> Leadtek Winfast TV2000 XP Expert (Inc. Remote Control) TV Card
>
> SYSTEM MAIN HD:
> Maxtor DiamondMax Plus 9 80GB 6Y080MO SATA 8MB Cache - OEM
>
> FOR STORAGE SPACE:
> Highpoint Rocket RAID 1640 4-channel SATA RAID 5 Host Adapter
> Maxtor DiamondMax Plus 10 NCQ 300GB 6B300SO SATA 16MB Cache
>
> ADDITIONAL ITEMS:
> Sony DDU1612 DVD-ROM (Black)
> OcUK Value Floppy Drive
> Logitech Ultra-X Keyboard
> Optical Wheel Mouse Black
> Akasa Ultra Quiet 460W Paxpower Active PFC ATX2.0 PSU - Black Nickel
> Microsoft XP Media Centre 2005 Remote Controller
> Nice big server still case from Chieftec BA-01B-B-B (WELL RECOMMENDED)
>
> OPERATING SYSTEM:
> Microsoft Windows XP Media Centre 2005 Edition
>
> The other is the same but smaller case (Silverstone LC03 Black – mint!) and
> no additional raid 5 HD etc.
>
> I will be using these PC as media centers on my network to access anywhere
> my music, DVD and record TV ect.
>
> The problem I have is XP Media Center! Mainly the OEM problem!
>
> I have bought separate copies of MS Windows XP Media Center for each new PC.
>
> I’ve installed separate copies of MS Windows XP Media Center on each PC but
> they don’t see the network when I run the Network Wizard. I also have
> problems installing other software i.e. problems with RPC server etc. I can
> get the software installed when I go to the Administration tools (Computer
> Management: Services) and start the files manually. I’ve tried setting the
> files to Automatic but they do not start up.
>
> I know it is not a problem with the new machines because I installed a
> normal copy of Windows XP on one of the machines and the setting in the
> Computer Management: Services start correctly and I can see my home network.
> I also can install the software without any error problems or system hanging.
>
> It seems Media Center software does not work correctly is there a patch /
> fix to resolve this problem. I’ve also tried installing the Services Pack 2
> but it makes no difference. The problem is with the Computer Management
> Services i.e. the files not starting.
>
> I've spoken to Microsoft and they told me “I’m on my own, that’s what you
> get for buying OEM you’ve paid a reduced price for it”, Me: “so can you buy
> this product any other way”, MICROSOFT “errr no!”.
>
> Sorry back to the problem, I’ve tried looking on the net (for a few weeks),
> how do you set this programme up / install it correctly. All I can find on
> the net is how wonderful this product is and how to set up the Media side of
> the MCE i.e. setting up the video connections to this etc. I just want this
> box to work standalone first!
>
> --
> HELP Wanted!
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