Can't play DVD's w/Windows Media Player 11

[RockyRR]

Every time I try to play a DVD on my PC using Windows Media Player I get an error message saying it can't play DVD. WMP suggests that I change my video resloution. I haven't tried this because I don't want to have to do this every time I play a DVD. The DVD's play fine on a DVD player attached to my TV.

I have Vista Business. Any suggestions? Are there any free DVD players out there that are safe and free of adware, etc.

Thanks

[fink]

Here's the latest Vista codec pack...

http://www.free-codecs.com/download/Vista_Codec_Package.htm

which will allow you to use WMP to view DVD's and all the other items listed there.

[RockyRR]

Thanks!

[RockyRR]

Ok, I downloaded and installed the "codec". Restarted my system. WMP still won't play DVD. Any suggestions?

Thanks

[fink]

I've also used Videolan player for DVD's (combined with that codec pack) and it's free and Vista compatible...

http://www.videolan.org/

I'd suggest not letting it automatically associate with other video files/extensions but use it for DVD's or to drag and drop other files only.

[guyguy]

Just do a google search for DVD player software. Make sure its FREE

[RockyRR]

I found and installed AVS DVD Player.....seems 'ok'

Thanks, folks!

[Dude111]

I've also used Videolan player for DVD's (combined with that codec pack) and it's free and Vista compatible...

http://www.videolan.org/One of the BEST players out there!!