Windows 10: DVD Playback issues after reformatting.

In the last couple of months, I had to reformat my machine and reinstall Windows 10. After doing so, the built-in BD player in my laptop started having issues. It would generally read blurays without issue, but suddenly became finicky with DVDs, often failing to read them properly, if at all. Other times, the drive would disappear completely, and I mean completely. The computer completely failed to register that a drive was even connected, nor that one had been. Occasionally, it gave me the same problem with DVD's. Notably, some DVDs would play with little issue, especially domestic ones thou

:)

 

DVD playback after Windows 10 install

I am unable to play any DVD's since my Windows 10 upgrade from Windows 7. I followed all the steps I found here and it looks like the required update

KB3081704 was completed which says that after that update the DVD playback will automatically be installed. Well, it wasn't. It's not listed anywhere and when I try to play a DVD it says I need a media playback app. Why do I need to take up more space
to just play a simple DVD? Do I have to go back to Windows 7?

 

What HTPC software for BR playback?

If you want the playback to be in 3D I can suggest Cyperlink Power DVD. That is great for it.

 

windows dvd player will not play DVD's

Hi Yakeater,



Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.



I understand the inconvenience you are facing. Let me help you in resolving the issue.



I would appreciate if you can provide us the following information to help us understand the issue better.

• What exactly happens when you try to insert a DVD/CD?
• Do you get any error message or error code on the screen?
• Is it specific to a particular DVD/CD?

As of now, I suggest you to refer to the article below for more information on DVD playback.

DVD playback options for Windows

Keep us posted on Windows related queries and we will be happy to assist you further.