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How can I enable the DVD Library in Windows Media Center on a Windows Vista-based computer?

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Problem description

On a computer that is running Windows Vista, Windows Media Center displays DVD content that is stored on your computer in the DVD Library. However, the DVD Library is not automatically enabled. If it is not enabled, you cannot see your DVD content. This article helps you enable or disable the DVD Library feature in Windows Media Center on a Windows Vista-based computer.

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To fix this problem automatically, click the Fix this problem link. Then, click Run in the File Download dialog box and follow the steps in this wizard.

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Important This section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems might occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you follow these steps carefully. For added protection, back up the registry before you modify it. Then, you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more information about how to back up and restore the registry, click the following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

322756

(http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322756/ )

How to back up and restore the registry in Windows

To enable the DVD Library, follow these steps:

If Windows Media Center is running, close it.
Click Start
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In the Start Search box, paste or type regedit.
In the Programs list, click regedit.

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If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type your password, or click Continue.
Locate and then click the following registry subkey:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Media Center\Settings\DvdSettings
In the details pane, right-click ShowGallery, and then click Modify.
Delete the contents that appear in the Value data box.
In the Value data box, type Gallery, and then click OK.
Close Registry Editor.

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To verify that the automatic fix worked, restart your computer. If the computer now displays "DVD Library" instead of "Play DVD," the problem is fixed, and you are finished with this article. Note You may have to right-click Add folders to see content. If there is a problem, you can contact support

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