First Run Wizard does not offer a display connection type for portable computers in Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 (887280)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005

SYMPTOMS

When you first start Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 on your portable computer, the First Run Wizard prompts you to select one of the following display connection types: Composite or S-Video
DVI or VGA
Component (YPbPr) No options are listed for portable computers or for computers with built-in displays.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, select the DVI or VGA option when you are prompted to select the display connection type in the First Run Wizard.

STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed that this is a problem in the Microsoft products that are listed in the "Applies to" section.

MORE INFORMATION

Media Center Technical Support

Because Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition was included with your hardware device or system, the hardware manufacturer provides technical support and assistance for this software. Your manufacturer may have customized the installation with unique components such as specific device drivers and optional settings to maximize the performance of that manufacturer's hardware. If you require technical help with Windows XP Media Center Edition, contact your manufacturer directly because the manufacturer is best qualified to support the software that the manufacturer has installed on the hardware.

You can also visit the Windows XP Media Center Edition product information Web site at the following Microsoft Web site: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:11/4/2004
Keywords:kbtshoot KB887280 kbAudEndUser
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