You can use installation media (a USB flash drive or DVD) to install a new copy of Windows, perform a clean installation, or reinstall Windows. To create installation media, go to the software download website, where you'll find step-by-step instructions.

Try using an app from Microsoft Store to create DVD-Video or Blu-ray discs compatible with home-theater components.

Enhance your listening experience with features such as 3-D surround sound, hyperbass, and headphone optimization. Get plug-in. Plug-ins or add-ons add functionality—such as audio effects or DVD capability—to Windows Media Player.

The Windows DVD Player app enables Windows 10 PCs with an optical disc drive to play DVD movies (but not Blu-ray discs). You can buy it in Microsoft Store. For more info, see Windows DVD Player Q&A. Learn if you're eligible for a free Windows DVD player or how to buy a copy from the Windows Store.

Windows 10. If you want to play DVDs in Windows 10, go to Microsoft Store to buy Windows DVD Player or another app that plays DVDs. Free DVD player options are also available. You can download a free trial version of Windows DVD Player to check if it's compatible with your device before you buy it.

You can use your Xbox controller or a USB keyboard to control both Blu-ray Discs and DVDs that you’re playing in the Blu-ray Player app on your console. This page shows you how, as well as pointing out the features on your controller that you’ll be using. Note If the Blu-ray Player app isn’t installed on your console, insert a Blu-ray or ...

This update makes available the Windows DVD Player app for eligible Windows 10 upgrades. You are eligible to get the Windows DVD Player app for free if you upgrade to Windows 10 from the following Windows versions: Windows 7 Home Premium. Windows 7 Professional.

Insert a Blu-ray or DVD disc into your Xbox. Select the Blu-ray Player app when it appears. On the Blu-ray Player app details page, select Install. Your disc should start playing automatically. After the app is installed, you can watch Blu-ray or DVD movies by inserting the disc into your Xbox console and selecting Blu-ray Player on the Home ...

Windows Media Player 12. Play a CD or DVD in Windows Media Player. Burn and rip CDs. Codecs: frequently asked questions. If Windows Media Player stopped working correctly after the latest updates from Windows Update, verify that the updates are the problem by using System Restore. To do this: Select the Start button, and then type system restore.

Find out how to get a DVD player app, add-on, or plug-in, or whether you can upgrade your edition of Windows to add DVD playback.