Troubleshoot Guide downloading problems in Windows Media Center. Learn more about Windows Media Center, including info about what entertainment you can view, how to get it, how to set it up, and troubleshooting steps.

Learn how to get started in Windows Media Center, including setting up media libraries, calibrating your display, configuring a TV tuner, and setting up speakers.

Windows Sonic is the spatial sound setting Microsoft offers for an immersive headset experience. Plug any stereo headset into your controller, or plug in an Xbox wireless accessory to your console before changing your headset setting to Windows Sonic for Headphones.

Install the latest updates for Windows. Windows 11 automatically downloads and installs updates to make sure your device is secure and up to date. This means you receive the latest fixes and security updates, helping your device run efficiently and stay protected.

Select Profile & system > Settings > General > Volume & audio output. Under Speaker audio, you can adjust the following settings: HDMI audio - Keep this set at Stereo uncompressed unless your HDMI cable is plugged into a receiver that can process 5.1 or 7.1 uncompressed signals.

Windows XP and Windows Server 2003. Describes how to obtain the latest version of DirectX to enable games and multimedia applications on your system.

Microsoft first introduced the signing requirement for user mode PEs in Windows 11, version 21H2. These changes were serviced to the supported Windows client and Windows server products through Windows Update. All versions of Windows 11 natively support Trusted Signing for user mode PE files.

Surface comes with a built-in tool to create a USB recovery drive. To create a recovery drive, you'll need an external USB drive formatted to FAT32, with enough available storage space for all your recovery data. Note: You can also download the recovery files from the Surface website.

Get the free update. The Store is no longer open for Windows 8, so you'll need to download Windows 8.1 as a free update. Go to the Windows 8.1 download page and select your Windows edition. Select Confirm and follow the remaining prompts to begin the download.

Learn how to check for, download, and install KB 2919355, an update for Windows 8.1 and Windows RT 8.1.