Playing DVDs will never be an easy thing, especially when your DVD drive or DVD player won't work. Typically, your disc drive won't read DVD and even scratches your physical movie instead. Besides, your DVD player just shows no picture but only sound and sometimes cannot play your newly purchased DVDs. If resorting to the official pages won't help to get the issue solved, you can read the following troubleshooting steps to fix your error one by one.
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- [Steps] How to Play a DVD on TV (Samsung, Sony, LG, and more)
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- How to Open BUP Files on Windows and Mac
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- How to Change Region/Country on PS4 to Play Any DVDs & Games
- PS4 is region free for games, with region restrictions for DLC, but it is region locked for movie discs. So let's check how to change the region of PS4 to play DVDs from other regions and access out-of-region content.
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- How to Make Xbox One DVD Full Screen (4:3 to 16:9)
- Xbox One DVDs don't play in widescreen? How to change aspect ratio from 4:3 to 16:9 to remove black bars and stretch to play Xbox One DVD in full screen? Here are the helpful tricks.
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- Xbox One: Fix Top 5 Xbox One Disc Drive Errors by Yourself
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- How to Rip DVD to Xbox One X/S on Windows 10/Mac
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- How to Play DVD on Laptop (Windows 11/10/8/7 and Mac)?
- How to play DVD on laptop? How to play DVD on Windows 11/10/8/7 computer? How to play DVD on laptop without DVD drive. Check answers here.
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- Best DVD Decrypter Can Rip DVD to Windows Media Player
- Want to free download a DVD decrypter for ripping DVD to Windows Media Player playable file? Here's the best option, which makes you finish DVD to WMP conversion on Windows 10/11/8/7 easily and quickly.
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December 5, 2024
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- 3 Solutions to Solve Windows DVD Player 0x8004027d Error Code!
- Error code 0x8004027d appears when launching Windows DVD Player in Windows 10? Follow the solutions below to easily fix DVD playback error 0x8004027d.
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- [Fixed] Video Could not Be Decoded When Playing DVD in Windows DVD Player
- If you get the error message – video could not be decoded – when playing a DVD in Windows DVD Player, follow troubleshooting tips here to fix the issue.
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- Windows DVD Player Error Code: 0x87E10BC6 [Windows 10 Help]
- What to do when Windows DVD Player gives the error code 0x87E10BC6 on Windows 10? Follow us to fix this Windows DVD player playback issue.
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- How to Troubleshoot DVD Playback Error 0x80040287
- Get 0x80040287 error code from Windows DVD Player? Here are two easy ways to fix this DVD playback issue on Windows 10.
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- What Causes Pixelation on DVD? How to Fix Pixelated DVD Playback?
- DVD looks pixelated when you play it on stand-alone DVD player, TV, computer or others? Let me tell you the causes and fixes for the DVD playback pixelation problem.
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- UDF DVD Movie Will Not Play: Solved with WinX DVD Ripper
- How to solve if your UDF DVD movie will not play? Read the article and find different solutions to fix UDF format file not playing problems on Windows or Mac.
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- How to Fix Beachbody Workout DVD Won't Play/Not Working
- This help page shows troubleshooting tips of how to fix Beachbody workout DVD (21 Day Fix, P90X, Insanity, Cize DVD etc.) won't play/not working issue.
Donna Peng November 30, 2024 Fix Beachbody workout DVD not playing/working
- Why DVD Still Looks Bad with An Upscaling DVD Player & How to Fix
- DVD looks blurry on HDTV even with an upscaling DVD player? Find out the causes and easy solutions to fix upscaling DVD player bad DVD picture quality.
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- Troubleshoot Sony DVD Player No Picture Only Sound on TV
- This is the troubleshooting steps to Sony DVD Player when there is no picture from the DVD and the TV screen is black.
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- How to Rip a DVD on Mac Computer Without DVD Optical Drive
- Here's tutorial of how to rip/convert a DVD on Mac computer without DVD optical drive like MacBook Air, Mac Mini using the best DVD ripper for Mac.
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- Why DVD Playback Quality Is Poor on Xbox One
- If your Xbox One looks bad when playing DVD discs, but tweaking the monitor settings or changing your cable don't solve the issue. Check the solutions to enhance your DVD playback quality on Xbox One and TV.
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- Can I connect DVD player to laptop via HDMI or USB? Yes but not easy. Learn how to connect a DVD player to a laptop computer with detailed steps.
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- 2023 Best DVD Player Apps & External DVD Drives for Mac
- Mac DVD player not permitted, won’t eject, gray screen, and problems happen often. So what are the best DVD player for Mac? Check the list of 2023 Best Mac DVD player apps and drives here.
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- Can DVD Players Play MP4? Yes, We Always Have a Way!
- Can DVD players play MP4 files from USB? Some have MP4 playback capability, while others don't. But no matter your DVD player supports MP4 or not, we can make MP4 play on DVD player.
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- [Solved] DVD Not Playing Full Screen?
- DVD not playing full screen on widescreen TV, Xbox, PS3/4 etc.? How to make a DVD to fit on any screen and remove black bars from DVD without loss? Follow us to find available solutions.
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- How to Play Japanese DVD in USA - 5 Ways Here
- Here're 5 ways to play Japanese DVDs in USA: 1. buy a region 2 DVD player; 2. buy a region free DVD player; 3. make your DVD player region free; 4. change DVD drive region code; 5. rip a region free version off DVD.
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- How to Rip and Play DVD on Samsung Galaxy Tablets
- WinX DVD Ripper Platinum can convert and rip DVD to Samsung Galaxy Pad and other portable devices easily, and backup DVD on PC as well.
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- Download Free DVD Decoder for Windows 11/10/8/7/Vista/XP
- Can't play DVD because a compatible DVD decoder is not installed on your computer? Don't worry. We'll show you the download links for DVD decoders and help fix DVD not decoding problem.
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- External DVD Drive for Chromebook and How to Play DVDs
- While Chrome OS doesn't support playing DVD from external disc drives, how can you use a Chromebook external DVD drive? How to watch a DVD movie on Chromebooks? Check this post.
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- 2024 Best 5 Portable DVD Players for Kids
- We've singled out the best 5 portable DVD players for kids to watch DVDs during trip or at home. Check our picks and reviews now.
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- Why & How to Fix DVD Not Playing in Kodi/XBMC on TV or Computer
- Figure out why your DVD not playing in Kodi/XBMC and learn how to fix problems with DVD on Kodi easily in this article.
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- How to Play DVD Movies on the Plane, Boat or Train
- If you want to play DVDs on a plane, boat or train tip, just rip DVD to USB, iPad, iPhone, Android, HTC, Samsung, etc for playback on the plane in Fly Mode.
Donna Peng Apr 20, 2024 Play DVD Movies on the Plane, Boat or Train
- [Solved] How to Fix 'DVD Won't Play on Mac' Problem
- Are you experiencing DVD won't play on MacBook Pro/Air/iMac/iMac Pro/Mac Studio etc? Here're the most helpful solutions to help play DVDs on Mac without hassle.
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- How to Fix CD DVD Drive Not Working or Not Showing Up
- Your CD DVD drive is not working or showing up in File Explorer, Disk Management, or Device Manager in Windows 11/10/8/7? Here we have many solutions to fix CD DVD drive missing issue.
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- [Full Fixes] DVD Player Stops Playing DVD in the Middle
- DVD player stops and freezes playing a movie in the middle. All fixes are here to let users play a full DVD movie without interruption.
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- DVD Player Remote Control Not Working? Find the Fixes Here
- Panasonic/LG/Sony/Samsung DVD remote not working? This post has all the fixes that can 100% solve the problem.
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- Don't Put Disc in the Drive Any More! DVD Drive Scratching DVDs
- DVD drive is scratching your discs? How to stop optical drives from damaging DVD discs and fix scratched DVDs? Follow us to find the easiest solution.
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- How to Change Region Code on DVD Players
- Here we'll show you how to change region code on Sony DVD player, Samsung DVD Player, LG, Panasonic, Windows, Mac, and so on. Changing your DVD player's region code can help you play DVDs from other regions.
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- 8 Best Region Free DVD Players of 2024
- Here're the 8 best region free DVD players that can play DVDs from all regions 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8, along with great features incl. HDMI support, 1080p upscaling, NTSC/PAL conversion, and more.
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- Xbox One Won't Read DVD Disc? - 12 Quick Fixes
- Why won't your Xbox One read discs? How do you fix if your Xbox One(S/X) won't read, recognize or play DVD discs? See this quick and simple guide on fixing Xbox One not reading disc issue.
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Fix Xbox One Not Reading DVD Disc
- Can Xbox One Play DVDs? How to Play DVDs on Xbox One?
- Can Xbox One play DVDs? It depends on which model of xbox one you use. You can play DVDs on Xbox One, Xbox One X, and the Xbox One S with disc drive. Xbox One S All-Digital Edition cannot play DVDs. Check how to watch DVDs on Xbox One.
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- Can PS4 Play DVDs? How to Fix PS4 Won't Play DVD?
- Can PS4 play DVDs? Yes. Read our guide and learn how to play a DVD on PS4 (without internet/controller), how to fix PS4 won't play DVDs, and more faqs.
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- Plex doesn't support ISO file. How can you play/stream ISO with Plex? This article will give you a feasible fix.
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- How to Play DVD on Windows 10/11 Laptop Computer
- Learn how to play DVD on laptop running on Windows 10, 11, 7, and 8. Find the best DVD player for Windows 10/11, and fix DVD not play on laptop computer.
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- How to Play DVD on Nintendo Wii/Wii U [2024 Updated]
- Can Wii/Wii U play DVDs? Officially no, but technically yes. You can play DVDs on Wii/Wii U via Photo Channel or Homebrew app (Mplayer or WiiMC). Check tutorials now.
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- Fix New DVDs That Won't Play on Your DVD Player
- If new DVDs won't play on a DVD player, try the solutions below. The problem may be caused by damaged discs, DRM, region code, media format, outdated firmware, etc.
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- 2024 Best Laptops with DVD Drives and Players Built-in
- Need a laptop with an integrated DVD drive or player? Here are 2024 latest laptops with DVD burners from HP, Dell, Lenovo, and more.
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- How to Play DVD on HP Laptops with or without DVD Drive
- DVD won't play on HP laptop? Never mind. This post shows you how to play DVD on HP laptop with or without DVD drive.
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- How to Play and Watch DVD on Chromebook?
- How to play DVD on Chromebook? Learn the step-by-step guide from this article and watch any movie DVDs on Acer, Samsung, HP etc. Chromebook laptops offline freely.
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- [Solved] TV Says Mode Not Supported When Playing DVDs
- Your TV report a mode not supported error on the screen when playing DVDs? This article will go into the causes and offer the easiest and most effective solution to get your DVD played on TV.
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- [Solved] DVD Player Says No Disc Found/Detected Error
- You did inserted a disc into drive or DVD player, but no disc found/detected. Try the following solutions before going to service center.
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- Troubleshoot Burned DVD Won't Play on DVD Player/Computer
- DVD you burned won't play on DVD player/computer? There are many causes for the problem. How did you burn the DVD disc? What type of black DVD disc did you use? Try the following simple fixes.
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- VLC Guide - How to Play DVD and Fix VLC Won't Play DVD Error
- Check the VLC tutorial and learn how to play DVDs on VLC Windows (10/11)/Mac. Plus, various DVD playback errors in VLC, with trustful solutions, are listed.
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- Which Formats Does Your DVD Player Support/Read/Play
- What kind of formats does a DVD player read or play? Check the DVD player supported formats and solve the problem if you cannot play DVDs or videos on your DVD player.
Donna Peng March 29, 2024 DVD player supported format
- How to Fix DVD Drive/ROM Error Code 19 on Windows 10
- Code 19 sometimes occurs when DVD drive tries to read a disc on Windows 10. This post lists all possible solutions to fix code 19 DVD drive error.
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- PS4 Manual Disc Eject not Working? Fixes Here!
- Press PS4 manual screw several times but it won't work? All solutions to PS4 eject button not working are here. Check if you can't let PS4 spit out the disc yourself.
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