Re: Windows 11
 

What Video Player are you using?

Re: Windows 11
 

just follow the instruction I gave. Point it to a player and tick the box

If all else fails install teamviewer and send me your details I will take over your pc and show you how simple it is

Re: Windows 11
 

Ive tried my main player which ive used for 2 years which is pot player

Ive tried doing what it suggests in that but it simply just wont find the MP4 files to associate.

Re: Windows 11
 

have you tried opening the player and dragging the file into it? I feel you are making this hard work

Re: Windows 11
 

Use VLC, it plays audio just the same as video :)

Re: Windows 11
 

Im not the only one with this issue it seems

https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/...a-da6eb765fc5b

When i double click an MP4 it asks me what i want to do with it, now i can choose each time to play it but i cannot associate that file type with ANY player including VLC.

Re: Windows 11
 

Did you try the fix on there ?

The name implies it may only fix images, but worth a shot.

You can probably edit the registry as well, but I dont know how much its changed since W7/W8.

Re: Windows 11
 

ok I am going to install pop player and test my method with an MP4 if it works I will make you a screen shot tutorial

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pot player even

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ok my method works perfectly

Re: Windows 11
 

you may need to browse to the exe of potplayer but as I say following these steps associates an mp4 with potplayer

Re: Windows 11
 

As i stated the option is greyed out, everytime i choose to play an MP4 i have to manually choose what player i cannot set as default app as the option is greyed out.

It doesnt give the option to always use the app

Re: Windows 11
 

As u can see i have no option.

Re: Windows 11
 

That list has a scroll bar. What’s at the bottom of it?

Re: Windows 11
 

is that from default app list or the right click menu ? what version of 11 are you running?

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also have you tried reinstalling the app and selecting ALL in the file association option ?

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in the default add on list select file type and mp4 then select pot player from there and repeat for other video types this should work. For some reason Pot Player does not show in the App list ( mind you it might if I restart but it does show in file type list)

Re: Windows 11
 

Just an option to scroll for more apps to open with thats it unfortunately.

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Running 11 Pro and yes uninstalled and reinstalled both Pot Player and VLC and chose for MP4 to play default and still the same.

I have tried to type MP4 and choose Pot Player but nothing appears its just greyed out.

Re: Windows 11
 

it is quite strange how your version of pro is different from mine.

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Ok try right clicking on the mp4 and selecting properties you should see an opens with attribute with change next to it. Select change and then click pot player that should do it for mp4 permanently. If not go to church cuz God only knows hahaha

Re: Windows 11
 

I can right click and select open with but i cannot choose it permanently

Maybe if i do a fresh install instead of an upgrade these issues may clear up so when i have a few hours to burn i will do so..

Re: Windows 11
 

Have you tried a different .mp4 file?

(in case the one you are trying is corrupt)

Re: Windows 11
 

That wont make any difference, it simply works off the actual extension.
You could create a empty text file with an .mp4 extension and it should still work (ie try and open it with your video player of choice).

Re: Windows 11
 

Well i did a full reinstall and guess what? It fixed the issue so obviously somewhere along the line during the upgrade process a corruption occurred.

Re: Windows 11
 

glad you are sorted now :)

Re: Windows 11
 

might well have just been a setting somewhere but it is best to do a clean install. If you game you may find the Core Isolation may be enabled meaning you will likely lose some gaming performance

Re: Windows 11
 

Looks like I need a new motherboard and CPU if I want to run Windows 11.

Re: Windows 11
 

Possibly but I have tried this myself and it works on a 7 year old laptop
https://www.theregister.com/2021/10/..._requirements/

https://www.cableforum.uk/board/atta...3&d=1633549588

MOD EDIT - picture reduced in size to fit page

Re: Windows 11
 

I see no reason at all to rush out and use Windows 11.

W10 was bad enough (I have to suffer that on my work Laptop).

I'm happy to stay with W7 for now, its not causing me any issues.

Re: Windows 11
 

Having upgraded my spare laptop and finding you can no longer put the taskbar up the side, I'm going to wait...


I don't really see anything in 11 which 10 doesn't have, but wouldn't want to use 7 as it's EOL.

Re: Windows 11
 

EOL is pretty meaningless if its running ok.

vBulletin 3.8.x has been EOL for many years, we are still running it just fine.

Re: Windows 11
 

Well, yes. Until it has a security flaw which the vendor won't fix.

Re: Windows 11
 

So far, so good.

A week now, and no issues.

Re: Windows 11
 

Unless you still get the security updates via Extended Security Updates for Windows 7 and Server 2008 R2. Still good until 2023.

Re: Windows 11
 

:erm: Don't mention EOL to Dude111 :naughty:

Re: Windows 11
 

Doesn't he like them? They were so big in the 70's. :D

Re: Windows 11
 

To anyone out there using windows 11 im wondering how do you get thumbnails on folders for folders that has pictures in them.

I have attached a picture of windows 10 and windows 11 to explain what i mean.

Thanks.

Re: Windows 11
 

How to get the full right click menu back instead of hitting Shift F10 or Show More Options
1. Open Regedit by hitting the Windows key and typing regedit. Hit Enter to launch it.
2. Navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\CLSID
3. Right-click > New > Key, and paste in this name: {86ca1aa0-34aa-4e8b-a509-50c905bae2a2}
4. With the new key you just created highlighted, again right-click > New > Key, and paste in this name: InprocServer32
5. Double-click the (Default) registry entry and then hit Enter without typing anything to set its value to blank. Before making this change, you'll see under the Data column that it says (value not set), but once you hit Enter it'll show nothing.
6. Close Registry Editor. To see your new (classic) context menu, either restart your computer or open Task Manager, scroll down to the Windows Explorer process, and right-click > End task. Then File > Run new task and type explorer.exe to restart the Windows explorer process. And there you go: context menus changed!

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from what I have been able to glean on this subject it appears the thumbnail folder preview has been removed from windows 11. A reg hack may well show up at some point or M$ may well add it back if enough people complain

Re: Windows 11
 

Late to this show because I only just installed Windows 11. Started my own thread right next to the Windows 10 thread, because I didn't spot this one. :rolleyes:

The installation of W11 on my Asus went very smoothly, but took an age.

So far, I can't see any compelling reason to change from Windows 10, so I won't be upgrading my processor (£200). on my main PC. just to accommodate it.

Re: Windows 11
 

if the mobo has TPM 1.2 you can use a reg hack to allow install

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup\MoSetup
New > DWORD (32-bit) Value
AllowUpgradesWithUnsupportedTPMOrCPU value 1

Re: Windows 11
 

Thanks. I'll check
if I have TMP, then I'll give it a go.

Re: Windows 11
 

My PC is showing signs of its age ie dvd dead ,won't support windows 11 . What basic things should l look out for if and when l go for a new one. . Uses are very basic. Don't use it for games,films etc . mostly social media , e mails , and simple uses on Excel.

Re: Windows 11
 

desktop tower? there are some excellent prebuilds for fair prices all over the place starting likely cheaper than you would think

Re: Windows 11
 

It would be a lot cheaper to just replace the DVD. :)
Stick with whatever Windows you have, there is nothing compelling about W11.

Re: Windows 11
 

and perhaps upgrade to an ssd if it does not have one

Re: Windows 11
 

My Intel Core i5-6600 3.30GHz (Released 2015) CPU has PTT, which wasn't enabled. I have enabled it. PC health check now says that TPM 2.0 is enabled. but my PC spec still isn't sufficient for W11. The CPU is not supported by W11.

Is it appropriate to use your hack at this stage?

EDIT: System/setup doesn't have MoSetup . Is there an alternative key for my system?

Re: Windows 11
 

I would use backupper to create a system image first and then I would go for it. Do you have a second drive for the backup?

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The hack comes from MS

Re: Windows 11
 

Have found that system/setup doesn't have MoSetup . Is there an alternative key for my system?

I use Acronis for my system images.

EDIT: Have created MoSetup using 'NEW' and have created the key as suggested. PC Health still says the PC is not compatible. Should I use the media creation method opting for reinstall W11?

Re: Windows 11
 

https://www.theverge.com/22715331/ho...gistry-regedit

This says run the exe from the iso/usb so create the media then run it perhaps although the upgrade will likely do the same. It says it then gives a warning rather than a rejection

Re: Windows 11
 

Progress. Began to install but failed on the second reboot.

Error 0x800F0830
Failed in the SAFE-OS phase with an error during INSTALL_UPDATES operation.

Could be external devices or driver problems, even though I had done a full Windows 10 update. I remember this sort of problem installing W10 on an older machine.

Re: Windows 11
 

was the machine connected to a network and have internet access? I always disconnect internet when doing Windows installs

Re: Windows 11
 

Yes it was, including a second attempt where I uninstalled f-secure and drivers for cameras etc. Same error.

Can I assume that having the internet disconnected stops the installer looking for updates and thereby causing it to fall over? You next answer will tell me whether I want to continue with this or not.

I got a warning telling me that even if I do manage to install W11, I won't get build updates anyway. If that is the case, my attempts end here.

BTW Thanks for your help so far.

Re: Windows 11
 

That is my theory on it
I thought the warning was may not get updates down the line?
If it was me I would continue cuz I enjoy playing with this sort of thing, if however you are not enjoying the experiment then stop now. The good side of all this is you keep backups as you said you use acronis so you are not losing anything but a bit of time :)

Re: Windows 11
 

Success. Disconnecting from the internet did the trick.

Full install followed by successful updates.

Thanks.

Re: Windows 11
 

sweet. Good work buddy

Re: Windows 11
 

Not compatible? Override the checks,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H9vJBx2PoD0

Re: Windows 11
 

looks like the reg hack would be better for in place upgrades but this method better for clean boot installs :)

Re: Windows 11
 

Can I override the checks for CPU, GPU and TPM? Not sure I want to though.

Re: Windows 11
 

you still need TPM1.2 but yes

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if you want to play throw a 120 GB cheap ssd in clone your OS and upgrade one of then. Only need to spend £16

Re: Windows 11
 

I don't have TPM 1.2 or any mention of TPM in my bios so looks like I'm on Windows 10 for a while.

No plans to spend any more money on this thing and works great as it is.

Re: Windows 11
 

Latest windows 11 update put the sad little weather icon bottom left of taskbar hahaha

Re: Windows 11
 

what weather icon, i have it turned off :)

Re: Windows 11
 

hahaha it is out the way

I assume you have turned the widgets off totally?

Re: Windows 11
 

I have indeed

Re: Windows 11
 

Anyone wanting to try windows 11 but does not have TPM2.0 Rufus has added an option to remove the req when creating a USB Boot device from an official MS ISO

Re: Windows 11
 

I have downloaded windows 11. it seems to be working ok. But what is this about widgets.

Re: Windows 11
 

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/...0-ad16a06be6e4

The widget panel is pretty poop tbh

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you can use this app from the windows store to have a couple of them on the desktop https://www.anoopcnair.com/add-custo...C%20and%20tips.

Have a feeling this is just similar to Rainmeter which tbh is awesome

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If you want widgets use rainmeter

https://www.rainmeter.net/


Skins for Rainmeter

https://visualskins.com/

Re: Windows 11
 

Just want to know what widgets are for and do we need them

Re: Windows 11
 

quick access to news weather finance updates and the like and no

Re: Windows 11
 

Ok Thanks

Re: Windows 11
 

Just been playing with Windows Subsystem for Android on Windows 11 again as they updated it to Android 12. Sideloaded a couple of apks and it worked an absolute treat

Re: Windows 11
 

People on unsupported hardware are currently being offered Windows 11, probably one big screw up, but I'm hoping MS are rethinking the hardware requirements.

https://www.neowin.net/news/people-o...-22h2-upgrade/

Re: Windows 11
 

I am currently running with secure boot and trusted computing off due to a bios crash caused by fan software of all things and me not bothering to turn it all about on again and the systems works with no hassles

Re: Windows 11
 

Apparently it's a bug and anyone that upgraded to Windows 11 on an unsupported device via this error have 7 days to roll back, after that they will have to reinstall Windows 10.

Re: Windows 11
 

I dunno, You can install it on any hardware as long as it has TPM 1.2. My old i5 ex windows 8 took it no problems. I would not flight as a main OS either tbh

In theory the same edits to the iso should work as well and those updated could get away with just editing the registry

Re: Windows 11
 

But are those edits and workarounds going to work in the future?
Older MBs can have connections for TPM modules, which can be bought separately. My old 4th gen(2013 and still works) Intel MB has the connections. I built a new PC for W11 and that 12th Gen Intel MB also has TPM module connections.

Re: Windows 11
 

Who knows if it will be updateable for the lifespan of Windows 11 as I said my system is running off Windows 11 that was installed with it all on and now running with it all off with no edits

I know all about the TPM header

Re: Windows 11
 

If you download the Windows 11 ISO you can use a free program called Rufus (which lets you create a bootable Windows 11 USB Stick). You are given the option to choose No TPM / No SecureBoot

Re: Windows 11
 

That is what I used on my Laptop. :)

Re: Windows 11
 

Another article on that site caught my eye;

https://www.neowin.net/news/microsof...rom-next-year/

A plan to make SSDs a requirement for your boot drive.

Re: Windows 11
 

Although it is wrong to enforce that rule the difference is massive and everyone should really be using them as boot

Re: Windows 11
 

Really enjoying Windows Subsystem for Android. Sideloaded TVMob along side Adguard APKs so you can run Adguard on the subsystem and it kills all the android apps adverts which is awesome as they can be a nightmare

Also been playing with Docker on Windows Subsystem for Linux another really good feature

Shame Apple being how they are will never allow there to be a Windows Subsystem for iMac

Re: Windows 11
 

For the very few interested 22H2 appears to have enabled Windows Subsystem for Android in the UK. To install simply make sure PC is up to date and simply install the Amazon Appstore from the Microsoft Store and it should do the rest for you, including all the Virtual stuff if needed.

You can sideload any APK with this but if you want PlayStore you will need to install a modded version of WSA. They are up to Android 12 now iirc. I run the modded version

Re: Windows 11
 

23H2 coming 26th

Re: Windows 11
 

This was wrong M$ said it is just Co Pilot and a few updates today. 23H2 4th Quarter so likely next month

Re: Windows 11
 

You can do it on macOS since Catalina I think, in Sonoma (which ive been running for a couple weeks) you can import widgets from your iOS device onto your mac, so you can do it, but within the Apple ecosystem.


There's no way they will change that to interface that with Windows or Android but why should they when macOS and iOS are far superior.

Re: Windows 11
 

I have played with various hackintosh machines over the years and totally disagree with your final comments

Re: Windows 11
 

That's fine.


I totally disagree with your disagreement of them.

Re: Windows 11
 

Co Pilot has rolled out now with a few other enhancements

Re: Windows 11
 

How do I correct this problem. When I go so sign in to my VM mail on my pc it comes up bad error, It is ok on my I pad

Re: Windows 11
 

Bad Error? what exactly is the error

Re: Windows 11
 

Windows Subsystem for Android being withdrawn. Amazon appstore and android apps are being removed tomorrow (6th March). The whole subsystem is closing down 12 months later.

Shame this as it was a great feature. Oh well