How to Set Up Windows Vista Media Center

No longer are computers used strictly for storing spreadsheets and databases. Computers are now designed to be used as home entertainment media centers. With Windows Vista Media Center, you can view pictures, videos, DVDs and recorded television programs. When the media center is launched for the first time, you are prompted to set up the software. Use the Express Setup to quickly get your software up and running.

Instructions

1. Open the "Start" menu. Type the word "Media" into the "Search" box. Select "Windows Media Center." Windows Media Center automatically starts the setup process. Choose "Express Setup." Click "Next."

2. Click "Next." Read the Privacy Statement. Click "Next."

3. Click the radio button for "I am finished." The other options available are for changing settings for the speakers, music, pictures and videos. These options are accessible after the setup wizard is complete.

4. Press the up or down arrow to scroll to the "Tasks" link. Choose "Settings" from the list of options. Click "General." Choose "Windows Media Center Setup" from the list of options.

Tips & Warnings

• You can customize the setup process from the Media Center start screen. Scroll to "Tasks," select "Settings," select "General," select "Windows Media Center Setup," then select "Run Setup Again."

References

• Microsoft: Getting Started with Windows Media Center