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Xbox Can't See the PC for the Media Connection

You can connect the Microsoft Xbox 360 console to both Windows PCs and Macintosh computers. Using either a wireless setup or Ethernet cables, the console streams certain types of music files, videos, and photos from specified folders on the computer to your TV, home stereo and the rest of your entertainment center. The Xbox 360 media center is compatible with most operating systems. If the console won't recognize your computer, there may be a problem with the way your computer or Xbox is connected to the network.

Things You'll Need

Wireless router or Ethernet cable
Windows 7 Media Center

Instructions

- 1
  Connect the Xbox 360 to a wireless router or a modem with at least two outgoing Ethernet ports. Turn on the Xbox 360 and access the "System Settings" menu from the Xbox Dashboard. Select "Test Connection" and wait for your console to test the connection to your router. If you are connecting wirelessly, you will need to know your network's title and password (if you have security enabled).
- 2
  Connect your PC to the modem or wireless router.
- 3
  Select "My Xbox" on the Xbox 360. Follow the on-screen instructions to receive an eight-digit Media Center Setup Key. Write down this key for the next step.
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  Click the "Start" Menu on the PC and launch Windows Media Center. Click "Tasks" and select "Add Extender." Enter the eight-digit Media Center Setup key to connect the Xbox 360 to your PC.
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  Visit any of the media libraries (Music, Video, Photo) on your Xbox Dashboard. Your computer's title will appear at the bottom of the list. From this menu you can select any of the media that has been placed in your Windows Media Center's specified folders.

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