Power DVD

[Whickerman]

Anyone ever have any problems with windows after installing Power DVD?

[LeMarchand]

No - like what?

[Whickerman]

A friend of mine loaded it last night, and then a directory file disappeared from their pc and windows couldn't start. That said, it's probably a coincidence. He told me afterwards it had been playing up since he installed a dvd burner, which the pc is obviously not powerful enough to run. Just making sure that the power dvd prog couldn't cause the issue

[tellboy]

Sorry to keep saying this.
You need to say what OS such as Windows 98, ME or XP.
Also any error messages on the screen. Then we might have a clue.
If XP try System Restore. Then if no problem. Re-Install.

[Whickerman]

Sorry - It's Millenium, and the error message was that directory file xxxxxx could not be found. (Can't remember off hand, just a general enquiry if this prog was known for causing issues.)
System restore isn't an option, as the screen is blank grey, even in safemode. No options available except a dos 1 - 4 (safe mode, step-by-step, normal and another, although none produce windows screens.)

[fo3nix]

If you want, try uninstalling it and give vlc a go. It's free and plays everything, including DVDs. Only problem is that it's not officially supported with ME, though should work.

[Whickerman]

Thanks, but that's not an option as since windows won't open I can't get to the control panel...