I have MCE 2005 and the XBOX Media Center Extender on a home network. I
installed the component for the Media Center PC and inserted the XBOX disk
per the instructions. The XBOX generates the code to input into the PC for
the connection and the XBOX screen shows the Contacting...and Connecting...
screens but goes all black instead of showing the MCE menus. The PC Media
Center Extender Manager shows the XBOX as "Not Connected" always. I can see
the XBOX in my router under attached devices so it is given a valid IP
address from the DHCP.

I am confused since the netowrk can see the XBOX and the PC, the XBOX
seemingly can see the PC and vice versa since I can input the code and get
the "contacting" and "connecting" screen. I made sure that the XBOX is set
to standard (4:3) screen mode thinking that the original setting for
Widescreen would be a problem since the XBOX Media Center Extender shows to
be only capable of 4:3.

I do have an older XBOX (Manufacture Date November 17, 2001) that has never
been modded so I am curious if the older machines are not compatible with the
extender. I have never read anything about this being a possibility.

I have requested the MCX update disk and am hoping that will help.

Couple questions:
1) Are you running third-party firewall, privacy, or virus software on your
PC? If so, what software package(s) do you have?
2) Have you replaced or otherwise modified any Windows system components?
(e.g. pre-release DLLs from the Internet)

--
This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no rights.


"Archgrad" <Archgrad@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:AC7DF72F-DC55-4E7D-8FD9-FE8DAEBA6893@microsoft.com...
> I have MCE 2005 and the XBOX Media Center Extender on a home network. I
> installed the component for the Media Center PC and inserted the XBOX disk
> per the instructions. The XBOX generates the code to input into the PC
for
> the connection and the XBOX screen shows the Contacting...and
Connecting...
> screens but goes all black instead of showing the MCE menus. The PC Media
> Center Extender Manager shows the XBOX as "Not Connected" always. I can
see
> the XBOX in my router under attached devices so it is given a valid IP
> address from the DHCP.
>
> I am confused since the netowrk can see the XBOX and the PC, the XBOX
> seemingly can see the PC and vice versa since I can input the code and get
> the "contacting" and "connecting" screen. I made sure that the XBOX is
set
> to standard (4:3) screen mode thinking that the original setting for
> Widescreen would be a problem since the XBOX Media Center Extender shows
to
> be only capable of 4:3.
>
> I do have an older XBOX (Manufacture Date November 17, 2001) that has
never
> been modded so I am curious if the older machines are not compatible with
the
> extender. I have never read anything about this being a possibility.
>
> I have requested the MCX update disk and am hoping that will help.

1) I am only running the default MS Firewall and disable it when trying to
connect. I also have Norton AntiVirus 2005 that I temporarilly disable
thinking it might be refusing the connection.

2) Not that I know of. To the best of my knowledge, the MCE pc is pretty
straight-forward. I do have another old computer I can install MCE on to try.

It is my understanding that I will not see the XBOX in My Network Places
attached Workgroup Computers (even if it is working). I cannot see anything
that tells me that hte XBOX is connected to the pc, but I can see it as being
attached in the Netgear MV814v2 Router (I think this is the model). There
are no firewall settings in the router enabled. I even tried going through
my gigabit switch only with the same result.

Thanks for the response and suggestions...

"Todd Bowra [MSFT]" wrote:

> Couple questions:
> 1) Are you running third-party firewall, privacy, or virus software on your
> PC? If so, what software package(s) do you have?
> 2) Have you replaced or otherwise modified any Windows system components?
> (e.g. pre-release DLLs from the Internet)
>
> --
> This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no rights.
>
>
> "Archgrad" <Archgrad@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:AC7DF72F-DC55-4E7D-8FD9-FE8DAEBA6893@microsoft.com...
> > I have MCE 2005 and the XBOX Media Center Extender on a home network. I
> > installed the component for the Media Center PC and inserted the XBOX disk
> > per the instructions. The XBOX generates the code to input into the PC
> for
> > the connection and the XBOX screen shows the Contacting...and
> Connecting...
> > screens but goes all black instead of showing the MCE menus. The PC Media
> > Center Extender Manager shows the XBOX as "Not Connected" always. I can
> see
> > the XBOX in my router under attached devices so it is given a valid IP
> > address from the DHCP.
> >
> > I am confused since the netowrk can see the XBOX and the PC, the XBOX
> > seemingly can see the PC and vice versa since I can input the code and get
> > the "contacting" and "connecting" screen. I made sure that the XBOX is
> set
> > to standard (4:3) screen mode thinking that the original setting for
> > Widescreen would be a problem since the XBOX Media Center Extender shows
> to
> > be only capable of 4:3.
> >
> > I do have an older XBOX (Manufacture Date November 17, 2001) that has
> never
> > been modded so I am curious if the older machines are not compatible with
> the
> > extender. I have never read anything about this being a possibility.
> >
> > I have requested the MCX update disk and am hoping that will help.
>
>
>

Just to confirm,

You DO NOT have the Microsoft AntiSpyware installed do you? If so, remove
it. The AntiSpyware software will not support Media Center Extenders.

You have the latest XBOX CDROM (the original disks have since been updated)
and the current Media Center Extender update software installed of the
MCE2005 machine correct??

How is the XBOX attached to your network: Wired or Wifi?

Do you have a hub or switch in the configuration between the PC and the
XBOX? 100 mps switch is the minimum supported network. 10mps HUBS will not
work?

If you want to remove all networking, go with a cross over cable and give
the XBOX a static IP. Does it work then?


--------------------------MY MCE2005 --------------------------------
Intel P4 3.2E w/Zalman CPU cooler, ASUS P4C800, 1 Gig DDR 400, SilverStone
Tek LC03 w/ ST40F 400watt PS, 2 Hauppauge PVR 250''s, 2 AverMedia MCE a180
HDTV, Nvidia 5700LE 256, Harmony 680 Remote, Pioneer DVR-108 Dual Layer DVD
, (1) Linksys Media Center Extender, (1) Xbox Media Center extender. All of
them serving content to a Samsung DLP, Samsung Slimfit DirectView TV, Infocus
HDTV DLP Projector with 100' screen


"Archgrad" wrote:

> 1) I am only running the default MS Firewall and disable it when trying to
> connect. I also have Norton AntiVirus 2005 that I temporarilly disable
> thinking it might be refusing the connection.
>
> 2) Not that I know of. To the best of my knowledge, the MCE pc is pretty
> straight-forward. I do have another old computer I can install MCE on to try.
>
> It is my understanding that I will not see the XBOX in My Network Places
> attached Workgroup Computers (even if it is working). I cannot see anything
> that tells me that hte XBOX is connected to the pc, but I can see it as being
> attached in the Netgear MV814v2 Router (I think this is the model). There
> are no firewall settings in the router enabled. I even tried going through
> my gigabit switch only with the same result.
>
> Thanks for the response and suggestions...
>
> "Todd Bowra [MSFT]" wrote:
>
> > Couple questions:
> > 1) Are you running third-party firewall, privacy, or virus software on your
> > PC? If so, what software package(s) do you have?
> > 2) Have you replaced or otherwise modified any Windows system components?
> > (e.g. pre-release DLLs from the Internet)
> >
> > --
> > This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no rights.
> >
> >
> > "Archgrad" <Archgrad@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > news:AC7DF72F-DC55-4E7D-8FD9-FE8DAEBA6893@microsoft.com...
> > > I have MCE 2005 and the XBOX Media Center Extender on a home network. I
> > > installed the component for the Media Center PC and inserted the XBOX disk
> > > per the instructions. The XBOX generates the code to input into the PC
> > for
> > > the connection and the XBOX screen shows the Contacting...and
> > Connecting...
> > > screens but goes all black instead of showing the MCE menus. The PC Media
> > > Center Extender Manager shows the XBOX as "Not Connected" always. I can
> > see
> > > the XBOX in my router under attached devices so it is given a valid IP
> > > address from the DHCP.
> > >
> > > I am confused since the netowrk can see the XBOX and the PC, the XBOX
> > > seemingly can see the PC and vice versa since I can input the code and get
> > > the "contacting" and "connecting" screen. I made sure that the XBOX is
> > set
> > > to standard (4:3) screen mode thinking that the original setting for
> > > Widescreen would be a problem since the XBOX Media Center Extender shows
> > to
> > > be only capable of 4:3.
> > >
> > > I do have an older XBOX (Manufacture Date November 17, 2001) that has
> > never
> > > been modded so I am curious if the older machines are not compatible with
> > the
> > > extender. I have never read anything about this being a possibility.
> > >
> > > I have requested the MCX update disk and am hoping that will help.
> >
> >
> >

Oh,

Now that you mention it, I might have the MS AntiSpyware program. I am
pretty sure that I do not, but I will need to double-check. Unfortunately, I
am not at home so I can't try immediately. I do have AdAware installed, but
not running in the backgound (only runs when I launch it).

I have the install disks that came with the original package and have since
requested the update. I have not received it yet.

My network is wired with cat6 cable and keystones and a 10/100 router/4 port
switch that I only use the router function and one port tied into a
10/100/1000 switch. All patch cables are cat6 and the switch auto-senses the
uplink so no need for a crossover cable. Again, the router sees the XBOX is
connected and assigned it an IP Address consistent with the range I specified.

I cannot remove the networking because of the other computers/devices
included, but I have not tried connecting directly to the XBOX via crossover
cable. Obviously, that would only be for troubleshooting purposes since it
needs to be able to work on the network correctly ultimately.

Thanks for the support!

"buckeyeboy" wrote:

> Just to confirm,
>
> You DO NOT have the Microsoft AntiSpyware installed do you? If so, remove
> it. The AntiSpyware software will not support Media Center Extenders.
>
> You have the latest XBOX CDROM (the original disks have since been updated)
> and the current Media Center Extender update software installed of the
> MCE2005 machine correct??
>
> How is the XBOX attached to your network: Wired or Wifi?
>
> Do you have a hub or switch in the configuration between the PC and the
> XBOX? 100 mps switch is the minimum supported network. 10mps HUBS will not
> work?
>
> If you want to remove all networking, go with a cross over cable and give
> the XBOX a static IP. Does it work then?
>
>
> --------------------------MY MCE2005 --------------------------------
> Intel P4 3.2E w/Zalman CPU cooler, ASUS P4C800, 1 Gig DDR 400, SilverStone
> Tek LC03 w/ ST40F 400watt PS, 2 Hauppauge PVR 250''s, 2 AverMedia MCE a180
> HDTV, Nvidia 5700LE 256, Harmony 680 Remote, Pioneer DVR-108 Dual Layer DVD
> , (1) Linksys Media Center Extender, (1) Xbox Media Center extender. All of
> them serving content to a Samsung DLP, Samsung Slimfit DirectView TV, Infocus
> HDTV DLP Projector with 100' screen
>
>
> "Archgrad" wrote:
>
> > 1) I am only running the default MS Firewall and disable it when trying to
> > connect. I also have Norton AntiVirus 2005 that I temporarilly disable
> > thinking it might be refusing the connection.
> >
> > 2) Not that I know of. To the best of my knowledge, the MCE pc is pretty
> > straight-forward. I do have another old computer I can install MCE on to try.
> >
> > It is my understanding that I will not see the XBOX in My Network Places
> > attached Workgroup Computers (even if it is working). I cannot see anything
> > that tells me that hte XBOX is connected to the pc, but I can see it as being
> > attached in the Netgear MV814v2 Router (I think this is the model). There
> > are no firewall settings in the router enabled. I even tried going through
> > my gigabit switch only with the same result.
> >
> > Thanks for the response and suggestions...
> >
> > "Todd Bowra [MSFT]" wrote:
> >
> > > Couple questions:
> > > 1) Are you running third-party firewall, privacy, or virus software on your
> > > PC? If so, what software package(s) do you have?
> > > 2) Have you replaced or otherwise modified any Windows system components?
> > > (e.g. pre-release DLLs from the Internet)
> > >
> > > --
> > > This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no rights.
> > >
> > >
> > > "Archgrad" <Archgrad@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > > news:AC7DF72F-DC55-4E7D-8FD9-FE8DAEBA6893@microsoft.com...
> > > > I have MCE 2005 and the XBOX Media Center Extender on a home network. I
> > > > installed the component for the Media Center PC and inserted the XBOX disk
> > > > per the instructions. The XBOX generates the code to input into the PC
> > > for
> > > > the connection and the XBOX screen shows the Contacting...and
> > > Connecting...
> > > > screens but goes all black instead of showing the MCE menus. The PC Media
> > > > Center Extender Manager shows the XBOX as "Not Connected" always. I can
> > > see
> > > > the XBOX in my router under attached devices so it is given a valid IP
> > > > address from the DHCP.
> > > >
> > > > I am confused since the netowrk can see the XBOX and the PC, the XBOX
> > > > seemingly can see the PC and vice versa since I can input the code and get
> > > > the "contacting" and "connecting" screen. I made sure that the XBOX is
> > > set
> > > > to standard (4:3) screen mode thinking that the original setting for
> > > > Widescreen would be a problem since the XBOX Media Center Extender shows
> > > to
> > > > be only capable of 4:3.
> > > >
> > > > I do have an older XBOX (Manufacture Date November 17, 2001) that has
> > > never
> > > > been modded so I am curious if the older machines are not compatible with
> > > the
> > > > extender. I have never read anything about this being a possibility.
> > > >
> > > > I have requested the MCX update disk and am hoping that will help.
> > >
> > >
> > >

I think the problem could be as simple as the MCE2005 has the updated
Extender updates installed and your XBOX is running Ver.1 pressed CD's.
Once the Ver. 1.1 (or what ever they are called) XBOX CD's arrive, I bet
things take off.

or you could try this:

Go to Start, Programs, Accessories, Media Center, Media Center Extender
Manager. Then go to File, Add a new extender

and just to be sure:

Click Start, Run and enter SERVICES.MSC Look for the Media Center
Extender.Service. It should be set to Started and Automatic. If not, double
click it and change the options.

And then:

Under Control Panel, Users. Do you see and MCX1 account? I suspect you have
incompatible versions of extender software on the MCE2005 and XBOX. Wait for
the new DVD's to arrive.


--------------------------MY MCE2005 --------------------------------
Intel P4 3.2E w/Zalman CPU cooler, ASUS P4C800, 1 Gig DDR 400, SilverStone
Tek LC03 w/ ST40F 400watt PS, 2 Hauppauge PVR 250''s, 2 AverMedia MCE a180
HDTV, Nvidia 5700LE 256, Harmony 680 Remote, Pioneer DVR-108 Dual Layer DVD
, (1) Linksys Media Center Extender, (1) Xbox Media Center extender. All of
them serving content to a Samsung DLP, Samsung Slimfit DirectView TV, Infocus
HDTV DLP Projector with 100' screen


"Archgrad" wrote:

> Oh,
>
> Now that you mention it, I might have the MS AntiSpyware program. I am
> pretty sure that I do not, but I will need to double-check. Unfortunately, I
> am not at home so I can't try immediately. I do have AdAware installed, but
> not running in the backgound (only runs when I launch it).
>
> I have the install disks that came with the original package and have since
> requested the update. I have not received it yet.
>
> My network is wired with cat6 cable and keystones and a 10/100 router/4 port
> switch that I only use the router function and one port tied into a
> 10/100/1000 switch. All patch cables are cat6 and the switch auto-senses the
> uplink so no need for a crossover cable. Again, the router sees the XBOX is
> connected and assigned it an IP Address consistent with the range I specified.
>
> I cannot remove the networking because of the other computers/devices
> included, but I have not tried connecting directly to the XBOX via crossover
> cable. Obviously, that would only be for troubleshooting purposes since it
> needs to be able to work on the network correctly ultimately.
>
> Thanks for the support!
>
> "buckeyeboy" wrote:
>
> > Just to confirm,
> >
> > You DO NOT have the Microsoft AntiSpyware installed do you? If so, remove
> > it. The AntiSpyware software will not support Media Center Extenders.
> >
> > You have the latest XBOX CDROM (the original disks have since been updated)
> > and the current Media Center Extender update software installed of the
> > MCE2005 machine correct??
> >
> > How is the XBOX attached to your network: Wired or Wifi?
> >
> > Do you have a hub or switch in the configuration between the PC and the
> > XBOX? 100 mps switch is the minimum supported network. 10mps HUBS will not
> > work?
> >
> > If you want to remove all networking, go with a cross over cable and give
> > the XBOX a static IP. Does it work then?
> >
> >
> > --------------------------MY MCE2005 --------------------------------
> > Intel P4 3.2E w/Zalman CPU cooler, ASUS P4C800, 1 Gig DDR 400, SilverStone
> > Tek LC03 w/ ST40F 400watt PS, 2 Hauppauge PVR 250''s, 2 AverMedia MCE a180
> > HDTV, Nvidia 5700LE 256, Harmony 680 Remote, Pioneer DVR-108 Dual Layer DVD
> > , (1) Linksys Media Center Extender, (1) Xbox Media Center extender. All of
> > them serving content to a Samsung DLP, Samsung Slimfit DirectView TV, Infocus
> > HDTV DLP Projector with 100' screen
> >
> >
> > "Archgrad" wrote:
> >
> > > 1) I am only running the default MS Firewall and disable it when trying to
> > > connect. I also have Norton AntiVirus 2005 that I temporarilly disable
> > > thinking it might be refusing the connection.
> > >
> > > 2) Not that I know of. To the best of my knowledge, the MCE pc is pretty
> > > straight-forward. I do have another old computer I can install MCE on to try.
> > >
> > > It is my understanding that I will not see the XBOX in My Network Places
> > > attached Workgroup Computers (even if it is working). I cannot see anything
> > > that tells me that hte XBOX is connected to the pc, but I can see it as being
> > > attached in the Netgear MV814v2 Router (I think this is the model). There
> > > are no firewall settings in the router enabled. I even tried going through
> > > my gigabit switch only with the same result.
> > >
> > > Thanks for the response and suggestions...
> > >
> > > "Todd Bowra [MSFT]" wrote:
> > >
> > > > Couple questions:
> > > > 1) Are you running third-party firewall, privacy, or virus software on your
> > > > PC? If so, what software package(s) do you have?
> > > > 2) Have you replaced or otherwise modified any Windows system components?
> > > > (e.g. pre-release DLLs from the Internet)
> > > >
> > > > --
> > > > This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no rights.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > "Archgrad" <Archgrad@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > > > news:AC7DF72F-DC55-4E7D-8FD9-FE8DAEBA6893@microsoft.com...
> > > > > I have MCE 2005 and the XBOX Media Center Extender on a home network. I
> > > > > installed the component for the Media Center PC and inserted the XBOX disk
> > > > > per the instructions. The XBOX generates the code to input into the PC
> > > > for
> > > > > the connection and the XBOX screen shows the Contacting...and
> > > > Connecting...
> > > > > screens but goes all black instead of showing the MCE menus. The PC Media
> > > > > Center Extender Manager shows the XBOX as "Not Connected" always. I can
> > > > see
> > > > > the XBOX in my router under attached devices so it is given a valid IP
> > > > > address from the DHCP.
> > > > >
> > > > > I am confused since the netowrk can see the XBOX and the PC, the XBOX
> > > > > seemingly can see the PC and vice versa since I can input the code and get
> > > > > the "contacting" and "connecting" screen. I made sure that the XBOX is
> > > > set
> > > > > to standard (4:3) screen mode thinking that the original setting for
> > > > > Widescreen would be a problem since the XBOX Media Center Extender shows
> > > > to
> > > > > be only capable of 4:3.
> > > > >
> > > > > I do have an older XBOX (Manufacture Date November 17, 2001) that has
> > > > never
> > > > > been modded so I am curious if the older machines are not compatible with
> > > > the
> > > > > extender. I have never read anything about this being a possibility.
> > > > >
> > > > > I have requested the MCX update disk and am hoping that will help.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >

It's not preferred, but it is okay to mix and match v1 software on the
device and v1.01 software on the PC.

Could you try exiting Norton completely, not just disabling it? Also,
please check the Application, System, and Security Event Viewer logs (right
click My Computer --> Manage) for any errors corresponding to the time that
you tried to connect and then post them here.


--
This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no rights.


"buckeyeboy" <buckeyeboy@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:ABD44BF4-47F6-45F1-AA24-4ACFF3EAF54C@microsoft.com...
> I think the problem could be as simple as the MCE2005 has the updated
> Extender updates installed and your XBOX is running Ver.1 pressed CD's.
> Once the Ver. 1.1 (or what ever they are called) XBOX CD's arrive, I bet
> things take off.
>
> or you could try this:
>
> Go to Start, Programs, Accessories, Media Center, Media Center Extender
> Manager. Then go to File, Add a new extender
>
> and just to be sure:
>
> Click Start, Run and enter SERVICES.MSC Look for the Media Center
> Extender.Service. It should be set to Started and Automatic. If not,
double
> click it and change the options.
>
> And then:
>
> Under Control Panel, Users. Do you see and MCX1 account? I suspect you
have
> incompatible versions of extender software on the MCE2005 and XBOX. Wait
for
> the new DVD's to arrive.
>
>
> --------------------------MY MCE2005 --------------------------------
> Intel P4 3.2E w/Zalman CPU cooler, ASUS P4C800, 1 Gig DDR 400, SilverStone
> Tek LC03 w/ ST40F 400watt PS, 2 Hauppauge PVR 250''s, 2 AverMedia MCE
a180
> HDTV, Nvidia 5700LE 256, Harmony 680 Remote, Pioneer DVR-108 Dual Layer
DVD
> , (1) Linksys Media Center Extender, (1) Xbox Media Center extender. All
of
> them serving content to a Samsung DLP, Samsung Slimfit DirectView TV,
Infocus
> HDTV DLP Projector with 100' screen
>
>
> "Archgrad" wrote:
>
> > Oh,
> >
> > Now that you mention it, I might have the MS AntiSpyware program. I am
> > pretty sure that I do not, but I will need to double-check.
Unfortunately, I
> > am not at home so I can't try immediately. I do have AdAware installed,
but
> > not running in the backgound (only runs when I launch it).
> >
> > I have the install disks that came with the original package and have
since
> > requested the update. I have not received it yet.
> >
> > My network is wired with cat6 cable and keystones and a 10/100 router/4
port
> > switch that I only use the router function and one port tied into a
> > 10/100/1000 switch. All patch cables are cat6 and the switch
auto-senses the
> > uplink so no need for a crossover cable. Again, the router sees the
XBOX is
> > connected and assigned it an IP Address consistent with the range I
specified.
> >
> > I cannot remove the networking because of the other computers/devices
> > included, but I have not tried connecting directly to the XBOX via
crossover
> > cable. Obviously, that would only be for troubleshooting purposes since
it
> > needs to be able to work on the network correctly ultimately.
> >
> > Thanks for the support!
> >
> > "buckeyeboy" wrote:
> >
> > > Just to confirm,
> > >
> > > You DO NOT have the Microsoft AntiSpyware installed do you? If so,
remove
> > > it. The AntiSpyware software will not support Media Center Extenders.
> > >
> > > You have the latest XBOX CDROM (the original disks have since been
updated)
> > > and the current Media Center Extender update software installed of the
> > > MCE2005 machine correct??
> > >
> > > How is the XBOX attached to your network: Wired or Wifi?
> > >
> > > Do you have a hub or switch in the configuration between the PC and
the
> > > XBOX? 100 mps switch is the minimum supported network. 10mps HUBS
will not
> > > work?
> > >
> > > If you want to remove all networking, go with a cross over cable and
give
> > > the XBOX a static IP. Does it work then?
> > >
> > >
> > > --------------------------MY MCE2005 --------------------------------
> > > Intel P4 3.2E w/Zalman CPU cooler, ASUS P4C800, 1 Gig DDR 400,
SilverStone
> > > Tek LC03 w/ ST40F 400watt PS, 2 Hauppauge PVR 250''s, 2 AverMedia MCE
a180
> > > HDTV, Nvidia 5700LE 256, Harmony 680 Remote, Pioneer DVR-108 Dual
Layer DVD
> > > , (1) Linksys Media Center Extender, (1) Xbox Media Center extender.
All of
> > > them serving content to a Samsung DLP, Samsung Slimfit DirectView TV,
Infocus
> > > HDTV DLP Projector with 100' screen
> > >
> > >
> > > "Archgrad" wrote:
> > >
> > > > 1) I am only running the default MS Firewall and disable it when
trying to
> > > > connect. I also have Norton AntiVirus 2005 that I temporarilly
disable
> > > > thinking it might be refusing the connection.
> > > >
> > > > 2) Not that I know of. To the best of my knowledge, the MCE pc is
pretty
> > > > straight-forward. I do have another old computer I can install MCE
on to try.
> > > >
> > > > It is my understanding that I will not see the XBOX in My Network
Places
> > > > attached Workgroup Computers (even if it is working). I cannot see
anything
> > > > that tells me that hte XBOX is connected to the pc, but I can see it
as being
> > > > attached in the Netgear MV814v2 Router (I think this is the model).
There
> > > > are no firewall settings in the router enabled. I even tried going
through
> > > > my gigabit switch only with the same result.
> > > >
> > > > Thanks for the response and suggestions...
> > > >
> > > > "Todd Bowra [MSFT]" wrote:
> > > >
> > > > > Couple questions:
> > > > > 1) Are you running third-party firewall, privacy, or virus
software on your
> > > > > PC? If so, what software package(s) do you have?
> > > > > 2) Have you replaced or otherwise modified any Windows system
components?
> > > > > (e.g. pre-release DLLs from the Internet)
> > > > >
> > > > > --
> > > > > This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers
no rights.
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > "Archgrad" <Archgrad@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > > > > news:AC7DF72F-DC55-4E7D-8FD9-FE8DAEBA6893@microsoft.com...
> > > > > > I have MCE 2005 and the XBOX Media Center Extender on a home
network. I
> > > > > > installed the component for the Media Center PC and inserted the
XBOX disk
> > > > > > per the instructions. The XBOX generates the code to input into
the PC
> > > > > for
> > > > > > the connection and the XBOX screen shows the Contacting...and
> > > > > Connecting...
> > > > > > screens but goes all black instead of showing the MCE menus.
The PC Media
> > > > > > Center Extender Manager shows the XBOX as "Not Connected"
always. I can
> > > > > see
> > > > > > the XBOX in my router under attached devices so it is given a
valid IP
> > > > > > address from the DHCP.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > I am confused since the netowrk can see the XBOX and the PC, the
XBOX
> > > > > > seemingly can see the PC and vice versa since I can input the
code and get
> > > > > > the "contacting" and "connecting" screen. I made sure that the
XBOX is
> > > > > set
> > > > > > to standard (4:3) screen mode thinking that the original setting
for
> > > > > > Widescreen would be a problem since the XBOX Media Center
Extender shows
> > > > > to
> > > > > > be only capable of 4:3.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > I do have an older XBOX (Manufacture Date November 17, 2001)
that has
> > > > > never
> > > > > > been modded so I am curious if the older machines are not
compatible with
> > > > > the
> > > > > > extender. I have never read anything about this being a
possibility.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > I have requested the MCX update disk and am hoping that will
help.
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >

I exited Norton Antivirus completely and verified that I am not running any
other security software.

I checked the services manager and the MCE extender service is running.

I checked my user accounts and there is not a user called MCX1. When I
check the Media Center Extender Manager, the XBOX is still showing as "Not
onnected" but it does list User Account as MCX1. Also, just for
informational purposes, the properties also list the Hardware version: 0.0.1
and Software version: 0.0.1.

Should I create this user account for Windows? Should it have been
automatically created?

I checked the system logs from Event Viewer and the only thing related to
the Media Center Extender is under Application (I am only listing information
that is not obvious):

Information:
User: N/A
Event ID: 291

Description:
AffConfirm RQ - Device {00000000-0000-0000-0000-0050F219A068} - Successfully
affiliated.

All other notifications are either the same or: Product: Media Center
Extender -- Configuration completed successfully.

I did receive notification today that my update disk has been shipped so I
should have it in a few days.

Anyway, I try and connect and get the exact same black screen results.

Thanks again for your suggestions as I look forward to more troubleshooting
to hopefully have this fixed soon.

"Todd Bowra [MSFT]" wrote:

> It's not preferred, but it is okay to mix and match v1 software on the
> device and v1.01 software on the PC.
>
> Could you try exiting Norton completely, not just disabling it? Also,
> please check the Application, System, and Security Event Viewer logs (right
> click My Computer --> Manage) for any errors corresponding to the time that
> you tried to connect and then post them here.
>
>
> --
> This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no rights.
>
>
> "buckeyeboy" <buckeyeboy@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:ABD44BF4-47F6-45F1-AA24-4ACFF3EAF54C@microsoft.com...
> > I think the problem could be as simple as the MCE2005 has the updated
> > Extender updates installed and your XBOX is running Ver.1 pressed CD's.
> > Once the Ver. 1.1 (or what ever they are called) XBOX CD's arrive, I bet
> > things take off.
> >
> > or you could try this:
> >
> > Go to Start, Programs, Accessories, Media Center, Media Center Extender
> > Manager. Then go to File, Add a new extender
> >
> > and just to be sure:
> >
> > Click Start, Run and enter SERVICES.MSC Look for the Media Center
> > Extender.Service. It should be set to Started and Automatic. If not,
> double
> > click it and change the options.
> >
> > And then:
> >
> > Under Control Panel, Users. Do you see and MCX1 account? I suspect you
> have
> > incompatible versions of extender software on the MCE2005 and XBOX. Wait
> for
> > the new DVD's to arrive.
> >
> >
> > --------------------------MY MCE2005 --------------------------------
> > Intel P4 3.2E w/Zalman CPU cooler, ASUS P4C800, 1 Gig DDR 400, SilverStone
> > Tek LC03 w/ ST40F 400watt PS, 2 Hauppauge PVR 250''s, 2 AverMedia MCE
> a180
> > HDTV, Nvidia 5700LE 256, Harmony 680 Remote, Pioneer DVR-108 Dual Layer
> DVD
> > , (1) Linksys Media Center Extender, (1) Xbox Media Center extender. All
> of
> > them serving content to a Samsung DLP, Samsung Slimfit DirectView TV,
> Infocus
> > HDTV DLP Projector with 100' screen
> >
> >
> > "Archgrad" wrote:
> >
> > > Oh,
> > >
> > > Now that you mention it, I might have the MS AntiSpyware program. I am
> > > pretty sure that I do not, but I will need to double-check.
> Unfortunately, I
> > > am not at home so I can't try immediately. I do have AdAware installed,
> but
> > > not running in the backgound (only runs when I launch it).
> > >
> > > I have the install disks that came with the original package and have
> since
> > > requested the update. I have not received it yet.
> > >
> > > My network is wired with cat6 cable and keystones and a 10/100 router/4
> port
> > > switch that I only use the router function and one port tied into a
> > > 10/100/1000 switch. All patch cables are cat6 and the switch
> auto-senses the
> > > uplink so no need for a crossover cable. Again, the router sees the
> XBOX is
> > > connected and assigned it an IP Address consistent with the range I
> specified.
> > >
> > > I cannot remove the networking because of the other computers/devices
> > > included, but I have not tried connecting directly to the XBOX via
> crossover
> > > cable. Obviously, that would only be for troubleshooting purposes since
> it
> > > needs to be able to work on the network correctly ultimately.
> > >
> > > Thanks for the support!
> > >
> > > "buckeyeboy" wrote:
> > >
> > > > Just to confirm,
> > > >
> > > > You DO NOT have the Microsoft AntiSpyware installed do you? If so,
> remove
> > > > it. The AntiSpyware software will not support Media Center Extenders.
> > > >
> > > > You have the latest XBOX CDROM (the original disks have since been
> updated)
> > > > and the current Media Center Extender update software installed of the
> > > > MCE2005 machine correct??
> > > >
> > > > How is the XBOX attached to your network: Wired or Wifi?
> > > >
> > > > Do you have a hub or switch in the configuration between the PC and
> the
> > > > XBOX? 100 mps switch is the minimum supported network. 10mps HUBS
> will not
> > > > work?
> > > >
> > > > If you want to remove all networking, go with a cross over cable and
> give
> > > > the XBOX a static IP. Does it work then?
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > --------------------------MY MCE2005 --------------------------------
> > > > Intel P4 3.2E w/Zalman CPU cooler, ASUS P4C800, 1 Gig DDR 400,
> SilverStone
> > > > Tek LC03 w/ ST40F 400watt PS, 2 Hauppauge PVR 250''s, 2 AverMedia MCE
> a180
> > > > HDTV, Nvidia 5700LE 256, Harmony 680 Remote, Pioneer DVR-108 Dual
> Layer DVD
> > > > , (1) Linksys Media Center Extender, (1) Xbox Media Center extender.
> All of
> > > > them serving content to a Samsung DLP, Samsung Slimfit DirectView TV,
> Infocus
> > > > HDTV DLP Projector with 100' screen
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > "Archgrad" wrote:
> > > >
> > > > > 1) I am only running the default MS Firewall and disable it when
> trying to
> > > > > connect. I also have Norton AntiVirus 2005 that I temporarilly
> disable
> > > > > thinking it might be refusing the connection.
> > > > >
> > > > > 2) Not that I know of. To the best of my knowledge, the MCE pc is
> pretty
> > > > > straight-forward. I do have another old computer I can install MCE
> on to try.
> > > > >
> > > > > It is my understanding that I will not see the XBOX in My Network
> Places
> > > > > attached Workgroup Computers (even if it is working). I cannot see
> anything
> > > > > that tells me that hte XBOX is connected to the pc, but I can see it
> as being
> > > > > attached in the Netgear MV814v2 Router (I think this is the model).
> There
> > > > > are no firewall settings in the router enabled. I even tried going
> through
> > > > > my gigabit switch only with the same result.
> > > > >
> > > > > Thanks for the response and suggestions...
> > > > >
> > > > > "Todd Bowra [MSFT]" wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > > Couple questions:
> > > > > > 1) Are you running third-party firewall, privacy, or virus
> software on your
> > > > > > PC? If so, what software package(s) do you have?
> > > > > > 2) Have you replaced or otherwise modified any Windows system
> components?
> > > > > > (e.g. pre-release DLLs from the Internet)
> > > > > >
> > > > > > --
> > > > > > This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers
> no rights.
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > > "Archgrad" <Archgrad@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > > > > > news:AC7DF72F-DC55-4E7D-8FD9-FE8DAEBA6893@microsoft.com...
> > > > > > > I have MCE 2005 and the XBOX Media Center Extender on a home
> network. I
> > > > > > > installed the component for the Media Center PC and inserted the
> XBOX disk
> > > > > > > per the instructions. The XBOX generates the code to input into
> the PC
> > > > > > for
> > > > > > > the connection and the XBOX screen shows the Contacting...and
> > > > > > Connecting...
> > > > > > > screens but goes all black instead of showing the MCE menus.
> The PC Media
> > > > > > > Center Extender Manager shows the XBOX as "Not Connected"
> always. I can
> > > > > > see
> > > > > > > the XBOX in my router under attached devices so it is given a
> valid IP
> > > > > > > address from the DHCP.
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > > I am confused since the netowrk can see the XBOX and the PC, the
> XBOX
> > > > > > > seemingly can see the PC and vice versa since I can input the
> code and get
> > > > > > > the "contacting" and "connecting" screen. I made sure that the
> XBOX is
> > > > > > set
> > > > > > > to standard (4:3) screen mode thinking that the original setting
> for
> > > > > > > Widescreen would be a problem since the XBOX Media Center
> Extender shows
> > > > > > to
> > > > > > > be only capable of 4:3.
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > > I do have an older XBOX (Manufacture Date November 17, 2001)
> that has
> > > > > > never
> > > > > > > been modded so I am curious if the older machines are not
> compatible with
> > > > > > the
> > > > > > > extender. I have never read anything about this being a
> possibility.
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > > I have requested the MCX update disk and am hoping that will
> help.
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
>
>
>

No, the Media Center Extender Manager will create them (MCX user accounts)
as needed.
You creating them will cause more issues rather than help.


--
Gary Tsang
Microsoft MVP - Windows XP Shell/User
http://www.microsoft.com/mvp


"Archgrad" <Archgrad@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:726F633C-FA0D-496D-8F11-1F8156FF1152@microsoft.com...
>I exited Norton Antivirus completely and verified that I am not running any
> other security software.
>
> I checked the services manager and the MCE extender service is running.
>
> I checked my user accounts and there is not a user called MCX1. When I
> check the Media Center Extender Manager, the XBOX is still showing as "Not
> onnected" but it does list User Account as MCX1. Also, just for
> informational purposes, the properties also list the Hardware version:
> 0.0.1
> and Software version: 0.0.1.
>
> Should I create this user account for Windows? Should it have been
> automatically created?
>
> I checked the system logs from Event Viewer and the only thing related to
> the Media Center Extender is under Application (I am only listing
> information
> that is not obvious):
>
> Information:
> User: N/A
> Event ID: 291
>
> Description:
> AffConfirm RQ - Device {00000000-0000-0000-0000-0050F219A068} -
> Successfully
> affiliated.
>
> All other notifications are either the same or: Product: Media Center
> Extender -- Configuration completed successfully.
>
> I did receive notification today that my update disk has been shipped so I
> should have it in a few days.
>
> Anyway, I try and connect and get the exact same black screen results.
>
> Thanks again for your suggestions as I look forward to more
> troubleshooting
> to hopefully have this fixed soon.
>
> "Todd Bowra [MSFT]" wrote:
>
>> It's not preferred, but it is okay to mix and match v1 software on the
>> device and v1.01 software on the PC.
>>
>> Could you try exiting Norton completely, not just disabling it? Also,
>> please check the Application, System, and Security Event Viewer logs
>> (right
>> click My Computer --> Manage) for any errors corresponding to the time
>> that
>> you tried to connect and then post them here.
>>
>>
>> --
>> This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no
>> rights.
>>
>>
>> "buckeyeboy" <buckeyeboy@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
>> news:ABD44BF4-47F6-45F1-AA24-4ACFF3EAF54C@microsoft.com...
>> > I think the problem could be as simple as the MCE2005 has the updated
>> > Extender updates installed and your XBOX is running Ver.1 pressed
>> > CD's.
>> > Once the Ver. 1.1 (or what ever they are called) XBOX CD's arrive, I
>> > bet
>> > things take off.
>> >
>> > or you could try this:
>> >
>> > Go to Start, Programs, Accessories, Media Center, Media Center Extender
>> > Manager. Then go to File, Add a new extender
>> >
>> > and just to be sure:
>> >
>> > Click Start, Run and enter SERVICES.MSC Look for the Media Center
>> > Extender.Service. It should be set to Started and Automatic. If not,
>> double
>> > click it and change the options.
>> >
>> > And then:
>> >
>> > Under Control Panel, Users. Do you see and MCX1 account? I suspect you
>> have
>> > incompatible versions of extender software on the MCE2005 and XBOX.
>> > Wait
>> for
>> > the new DVD's to arrive.
>> >
>> >
>> > --------------------------MY MCE2005 --------------------------------
>> > Intel P4 3.2E w/Zalman CPU cooler, ASUS P4C800, 1 Gig DDR 400,
>> > SilverStone
>> > Tek LC03 w/ ST40F 400watt PS, 2 Hauppauge PVR 250''s, 2 AverMedia MCE
>> a180
>> > HDTV, Nvidia 5700LE 256, Harmony 680 Remote, Pioneer DVR-108 Dual
>> > Layer
>> DVD
>> > , (1) Linksys Media Center Extender, (1) Xbox Media Center extender.
>> > All
>> of
>> > them serving content to a Samsung DLP, Samsung Slimfit DirectView TV,
>> Infocus
>> > HDTV DLP Projector with 100' screen
>> >
>> >
>> > "Archgrad" wrote:
>> >
>> > > Oh,
>> > >
>> > > Now that you mention it, I might have the MS AntiSpyware program. I
>> > > am
>> > > pretty sure that I do not, but I will need to double-check.
>> Unfortunately, I
>> > > am not at home so I can't try immediately. I do have AdAware
>> > > installed,
>> but
>> > > not running in the backgound (only runs when I launch it).
>> > >
>> > > I have the install disks that came with the original package and have
>> since
>> > > requested the update. I have not received it yet.
>> > >
>> > > My network is wired with cat6 cable and keystones and a 10/100
>> > > router/4
>> port
>> > > switch that I only use the router function and one port tied into a
>> > > 10/100/1000 switch. All patch cables are cat6 and the switch
>> auto-senses the
>> > > uplink so no need for a crossover cable. Again, the router sees the
>> XBOX is
>> > > connected and assigned it an IP Address consistent with the range I
>> specified.
>> > >
>> > > I cannot remove the networking because of the other computers/devices
>> > > included, but I have not tried connecting directly to the XBOX via
>> crossover
>> > > cable. Obviously, that would only be for troubleshooting purposes
>> > > since
>> it
>> > > needs to be able to work on the network correctly ultimately.
>> > >
>> > > Thanks for the support!
>> > >
>> > > "buckeyeboy" wrote:
>> > >
>> > > > Just to confirm,
>> > > >
>> > > > You DO NOT have the Microsoft AntiSpyware installed do you? If so,
>> remove
>> > > > it. The AntiSpyware software will not support Media Center
>> > > > Extenders.
>> > > >
>> > > > You have the latest XBOX CDROM (the original disks have since been
>> updated)
>> > > > and the current Media Center Extender update software installed of
>> > > > the
>> > > > MCE2005 machine correct??
>> > > >
>> > > > How is the XBOX attached to your network: Wired or Wifi?
>> > > >
>> > > > Do you have a hub or switch in the configuration between the PC and
>> the
>> > > > XBOX? 100 mps switch is the minimum supported network. 10mps HUBS
>> will not
>> > > > work?
>> > > >
>> > > > If you want to remove all networking, go with a cross over cable
>> > > > and
>> give
>> > > > the XBOX a static IP. Does it work then?
>> > > >
>> > > >
>> > > > --------------------------MY
>> > > > MCE2005 --------------------------------
>> > > > Intel P4 3.2E w/Zalman CPU cooler, ASUS P4C800, 1 Gig DDR 400,
>> SilverStone
>> > > > Tek LC03 w/ ST40F 400watt PS, 2 Hauppauge PVR 250''s, 2 AverMedia
>> > > > MCE
>> a180
>> > > > HDTV, Nvidia 5700LE 256, Harmony 680 Remote, Pioneer DVR-108 Dual
>> Layer DVD
>> > > > , (1) Linksys Media Center Extender, (1) Xbox Media Center
>> > > > extender.
>> All of
>> > > > them serving content to a Samsung DLP, Samsung Slimfit DirectView
>> > > > TV,
>> Infocus
>> > > > HDTV DLP Projector with 100' screen
>> > > >
>> > > >
>> > > > "Archgrad" wrote:
>> > > >
>> > > > > 1) I am only running the default MS Firewall and disable it when
>> trying to
>> > > > > connect. I also have Norton AntiVirus 2005 that I temporarilly
>> disable
>> > > > > thinking it might be refusing the connection.
>> > > > >
>> > > > > 2) Not that I know of. To the best of my knowledge, the MCE pc
>> > > > > is
>> pretty
>> > > > > straight-forward. I do have another old computer I can install
>> > > > > MCE
>> on to try.
>> > > > >
>> > > > > It is my understanding that I will not see the XBOX in My Network
>> Places
>> > > > > attached Workgroup Computers (even if it is working). I cannot
>> > > > > see
>> anything
>> > > > > that tells me that hte XBOX is connected to the pc, but I can see
>> > > > > it
>> as being
>> > > > > attached in the Netgear MV814v2 Router (I think this is the
>> > > > > model).
>> There
>> > > > > are no firewall settings in the router enabled. I even tried
>> > > > > going
>> through
>> > > > > my gigabit switch only with the same result.
>> > > > >
>> > > > > Thanks for the response and suggestions...
>> > > > >
>> > > > > "Todd Bowra [MSFT]" wrote:
>> > > > >
>> > > > > > Couple questions:
>> > > > > > 1) Are you running third-party firewall, privacy, or virus
>> software on your
>> > > > > > PC? If so, what software package(s) do you have?
>> > > > > > 2) Have you replaced or otherwise modified any Windows system
>> components?
>> > > > > > (e.g. pre-release DLLs from the Internet)
>> > > > > >
>> > > > > > --
>> > > > > > This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and
>> > > > > > confers
>> no rights.
>> > > > > >
>> > > > > >
>> > > > > > "Archgrad" <Archgrad@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in
>> > > > > > message
>> > > > > > news:AC7DF72F-DC55-4E7D-8FD9-FE8DAEBA6893@microsoft.com...
>> > > > > > > I have MCE 2005 and the XBOX Media Center Extender on a home
>> network. I
>> > > > > > > installed the component for the Media Center PC and inserted
>> > > > > > > the
>> XBOX disk
>> > > > > > > per the instructions. The XBOX generates the code to input
>> > > > > > > into
>> the PC
>> > > > > > for
>> > > > > > > the connection and the XBOX screen shows the Contacting...and
>> > > > > > Connecting...
>> > > > > > > screens but goes all black instead of showing the MCE menus.
>> The PC Media
>> > > > > > > Center Extender Manager shows the XBOX as "Not Connected"
>> always. I can
>> > > > > > see
>> > > > > > > the XBOX in my router under attached devices so it is given a
>> valid IP
>> > > > > > > address from the DHCP.
>> > > > > > >
>> > > > > > > I am confused since the netowrk can see the XBOX and the PC,
>> > > > > > > the
>> XBOX
>> > > > > > > seemingly can see the PC and vice versa since I can input the
>> code and get
>> > > > > > > the "contacting" and "connecting" screen. I made sure that
>> > > > > > > the
>> XBOX is
>> > > > > > set
>> > > > > > > to standard (4:3) screen mode thinking that the original
>> > > > > > > setting
>> for
>> > > > > > > Widescreen would be a problem since the XBOX Media Center
>> Extender shows
>> > > > > > to
>> > > > > > > be only capable of 4:3.
>> > > > > > >
>> > > > > > > I do have an older XBOX (Manufacture Date November 17, 2001)
>> that has
>> > > > > > never
>> > > > > > > been modded so I am curious if the older machines are not
>> compatible with
>> > > > > > the
>> > > > > > > extender. I have never read anything about this being a
>> possibility.
>> > > > > > >
>> > > > > > > I have requested the MCX update disk and am hoping that will
>> help.
>> > > > > >
>> > > > > >
>> > > > > >
>>
>>
>>

I checked under Documents and Settings on the C drive and see the MCX1
account. I do not see it under Control Panel/Users though. I have tried all
suggestions so far and still only get a black screen after the XBOX Media
Center screen shows contacing and connecting for a minute or so.

Thanks again for all replies and suggestions.

"Gary Tsang" wrote:

> No, the Media Center Extender Manager will create them (MCX user accounts)
> as needed.
> You creating them will cause more issues rather than help.
>
>
> --
> Gary Tsang
> Microsoft MVP - Windows XP Shell/User
> http://www.microsoft.com/mvp
>
>
> "Archgrad" <Archgrad@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:726F633C-FA0D-496D-8F11-1F8156FF1152@microsoft.com...
> >I exited Norton Antivirus completely and verified that I am not running any
> > other security software.
> >
> > I checked the services manager and the MCE extender service is running.
> >
> > I checked my user accounts and there is not a user called MCX1. When I
> > check the Media Center Extender Manager, the XBOX is still showing as "Not
> > onnected" but it does list User Account as MCX1. Also, just for
> > informational purposes, the properties also list the Hardware version:
> > 0.0.1
> > and Software version: 0.0.1.
> >
> > Should I create this user account for Windows? Should it have been
> > automatically created?
> >
> > I checked the system logs from Event Viewer and the only thing related to
> > the Media Center Extender is under Application (I am only listing
> > information
> > that is not obvious):
> >
> > Information:
> > User: N/A
> > Event ID: 291
> >
> > Description:
> > AffConfirm RQ - Device {00000000-0000-0000-0000-0050F219A068} -
> > Successfully
> > affiliated.
> >
> > All other notifications are either the same or: Product: Media Center
> > Extender -- Configuration completed successfully.
> >
> > I did receive notification today that my update disk has been shipped so I
> > should have it in a few days.
> >
> > Anyway, I try and connect and get the exact same black screen results.
> >
> > Thanks again for your suggestions as I look forward to more
> > troubleshooting
> > to hopefully have this fixed soon.
> >
> > "Todd Bowra [MSFT]" wrote:
> >
> >> It's not preferred, but it is okay to mix and match v1 software on the
> >> device and v1.01 software on the PC.
> >>
> >> Could you try exiting Norton completely, not just disabling it? Also,
> >> please check the Application, System, and Security Event Viewer logs
> >> (right
> >> click My Computer --> Manage) for any errors corresponding to the time
> >> that
> >> you tried to connect and then post them here.
> >>
> >>
> >> --
> >> This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no
> >> rights.
> >>
> >>
> >> "buckeyeboy" <buckeyeboy@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> >> news:ABD44BF4-47F6-45F1-AA24-4ACFF3EAF54C@microsoft.com...
> >> > I think the problem could be as simple as the MCE2005 has the updated
> >> > Extender updates installed and your XBOX is running Ver.1 pressed
> >> > CD's.
> >> > Once the Ver. 1.1 (or what ever they are called) XBOX CD's arrive, I
> >> > bet
> >> > things take off.
> >> >
> >> > or you could try this:
> >> >
> >> > Go to Start, Programs, Accessories, Media Center, Media Center Extender
> >> > Manager. Then go to File, Add a new extender
> >> >
> >> > and just to be sure:
> >> >
> >> > Click Start, Run and enter SERVICES.MSC Look for the Media Center
> >> > Extender.Service. It should be set to Started and Automatic. If not,
> >> double
> >> > click it and change the options.
> >> >
> >> > And then:
> >> >
> >> > Under Control Panel, Users. Do you see and MCX1 account? I suspect you
> >> have
> >> > incompatible versions of extender software on the MCE2005 and XBOX.
> >> > Wait
> >> for
> >> > the new DVD's to arrive.
> >> >
> >> >
> >> > --------------------------MY MCE2005 --------------------------------
> >> > Intel P4 3.2E w/Zalman CPU cooler, ASUS P4C800, 1 Gig DDR 400,
> >> > SilverStone
> >> > Tek LC03 w/ ST40F 400watt PS, 2 Hauppauge PVR 250''s, 2 AverMedia MCE
> >> a180
> >> > HDTV, Nvidia 5700LE 256, Harmony 680 Remote, Pioneer DVR-108 Dual
> >> > Layer
> >> DVD
> >> > , (1) Linksys Media Center Extender, (1) Xbox Media Center extender.
> >> > All
> >> of
> >> > them serving content to a Samsung DLP, Samsung Slimfit DirectView TV,
> >> Infocus
> >> > HDTV DLP Projector with 100' screen
> >> >
> >> >
> >> > "Archgrad" wrote:
> >> >
> >> > > Oh,
> >> > >
> >> > > Now that you mention it, I might have the MS AntiSpyware program. I
> >> > > am
> >> > > pretty sure that I do not, but I will need to double-check.
> >> Unfortunately, I
> >> > > am not at home so I can't try immediately. I do have AdAware
> >> > > installed,
> >> but
> >> > > not running in the backgound (only runs when I launch it).
> >> > >
> >> > > I have the install disks that came with the original package and have
> >> since
> >> > > requested the update. I have not received it yet.
> >> > >
> >> > > My network is wired with cat6 cable and keystones and a 10/100
> >> > > router/4
> >> port
> >> > > switch that I only use the router function and one port tied into a
> >> > > 10/100/1000 switch. All patch cables are cat6 and the switch
> >> auto-senses the
> >> > > uplink so no need for a crossover cable. Again, the router sees the
> >> XBOX is
> >> > > connected and assigned it an IP Address consistent with the range I
> >> specified.
> >> > >
> >> > > I cannot remove the networking because of the other computers/devices
> >> > > included, but I have not tried connecting directly to the XBOX via
> >> crossover
> >> > > cable. Obviously, that would only be for troubleshooting purposes
> >> > > since
> >> it
> >> > > needs to be able to work on the network correctly ultimately.
> >> > >
> >> > > Thanks for the support!
> >> > >
> >> > > "buckeyeboy" wrote:
> >> > >
> >> > > > Just to confirm,
> >> > > >
> >> > > > You DO NOT have the Microsoft AntiSpyware installed do you? If so,
> >> remove
> >> > > > it. The AntiSpyware software will not support Media Center
> >> > > > Extenders.
> >> > > >
> >> > > > You have the latest XBOX CDROM (the original disks have since been
> >> updated)
> >> > > > and the current Media Center Extender update software installed of
> >> > > > the
> >> > > > MCE2005 machine correct??
> >> > > >
> >> > > > How is the XBOX attached to your network: Wired or Wifi?
> >> > > >
> >> > > > Do you have a hub or switch in the configuration between the PC and
> >> the
> >> > > > XBOX? 100 mps switch is the minimum supported network. 10mps HUBS
> >> will not
> >> > > > work?
> >> > > >
> >> > > > If you want to remove all networking, go with a cross over cable
> >> > > > and
> >> give
> >> > > > the XBOX a static IP. Does it work then?
> >> > > >
> >> > > >
> >> > > > --------------------------MY
> >> > > > MCE2005 --------------------------------
> >> > > > Intel P4 3.2E w/Zalman CPU cooler, ASUS P4C800, 1 Gig DDR 400,
> >> SilverStone
> >> > > > Tek LC03 w/ ST40F 400watt PS, 2 Hauppauge PVR 250''s, 2 AverMedia
> >> > > > MCE
> >> a180
> >> > > > HDTV, Nvidia 5700LE 256, Harmony 680 Remote, Pioneer DVR-108 Dual
> >> Layer DVD
> >> > > > , (1) Linksys Media Center Extender, (1) Xbox Media Center
> >> > > > extender.
> >> All of
> >> > > > them serving content to a Samsung DLP, Samsung Slimfit DirectView
> >> > > > TV,
> >> Infocus
> >> > > > HDTV DLP Projector with 100' screen
> >> > > >
> >> > > >
> >> > > > "Archgrad" wrote:
> >> > > >
> >> > > > > 1) I am only running the default MS Firewall and disable it when
> >> trying to
> >> > > > > connect. I also have Norton AntiVirus 2005 that I temporarilly
> >> disable
> >> > > > > thinking it might be refusing the connection.
> >> > > > >
> >> > > > > 2) Not that I know of. To the best of my knowledge, the MCE pc
> >> > > > > is
> >> pretty
> >> > > > > straight-forward. I do have another old computer I can install
> >> > > > > MCE
> >> on to try.
> >> > > > >
> >> > > > > It is my understanding that I will not see the XBOX in My Network
> >> Places
> >> > > > > attached Workgroup Computers (even if it is working). I cannot
> >> > > > > see
> >> anything
> >> > > > > that tells me that hte XBOX is connected to the pc, but I can see
> >> > > > > it
> >> as being
> >> > > > > attached in the Netgear MV814v2 Router (I think this is the
> >> > > > > model).
> >> There
> >> > > > > are no firewall settings in the router enabled. I even tried
> >> > > > > going
> >> through
> >> > > > > my gigabit switch only with the same result.
> >> > > > >
> >> > > > > Thanks for the response and suggestions...
> >> > > > >
> >> > > > > "Todd Bowra [MSFT]" wrote:
> >> > > > >
> >> > > > > > Couple questions:
> >> > > > > > 1) Are you running third-party firewall, privacy, or virus
> >> software on your
> >> > > > > > PC? If so, what software package(s) do you have?
> >> > > > > > 2) Have you replaced or otherwise modified any Windows system
> >> components?
> >> > > > > > (e.g. pre-release DLLs from the Internet)
> >> > > > > >
> >> > > > > > --
> >> > > > > > This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and
> >> > > > > > confers
> >> no rights.
> >> > > > > >
> >> > > > > >
> >> > > > > > "Archgrad" <Archgrad@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in
> >> > > > > > message
> >> > > > > > news:AC7DF72F-DC55-4E7D-8FD9-FE8DAEBA6893@microsoft.com...
> >> > > > > > > I have MCE 2005 and the XBOX Media Center Extender on a home
> >> network. I
> >> > > > > > > installed the component for the Media Center PC and inserted
> >> > > > > > > the
> >> XBOX disk
> >> > > > > > > per the instructions. The XBOX generates the code to input
> >> > > > > > > into
> >> the PC
> >> > > > > > for
> >> > > > > > > the connection and the XBOX screen shows the Contacting...and
> >> > > > > > Connecting...
> >> > > > > > > screens but goes all black instead of showing the MCE menus.
> >> The PC Media
> >> > > > > > > Center Extender Manager shows the XBOX as "Not Connected"
> >> always. I can
> >> > > > > > see
> >> > > > > > > the XBOX in my router under attached devices so it is given a
> >> valid IP
> >> > > > > > > address from the DHCP.
> >> > > > > > >
> >> > > > > > > I am confused since the netowrk can see the XBOX and the PC,
> >> > > > > > > the
> >> XBOX
> >> > > > > > > seemingly can see the PC and vice versa since I can input the
> >> code and get
> >> > > > > > > the "contacting" and "connecting" screen. I made sure that
> >> > > > > > > the
> >> XBOX is
> >> > > > > > set
> >> > > > > > > to standard (4:3) screen mode thinking that the original
> >> > > > > > > setting
> >> for
> >> > > > > > > Widescreen would be a problem since the XBOX Media Center
> >> Extender shows
> >> > > > > > to
> >> > > > > > > be only capable of 4:3.
> >> > > > > > >
> >> > > > > > > I do have an older XBOX (Manufacture Date November 17, 2001)
> >> that has
> >> > > > > > never
> >> > > > > > > been modded so I am curious if the older machines are not
> >> compatible with
> >> > > > > > the
> >> > > > > > > extender. I have never read anything about this being a

that sounds like a problem i had a while ago, while i was in the dorms trying
to use the extender on the campus network. i don't see why it would be the
same case for you to have this problem on a home network, though.

here's what i had to do in order for the extender to work on campus.

1) start up xbox extender
2) before it showed the text description of what it is doing, disconnect the
hub from the wall ethernet cable
3) wait until the interface appears on the extender
4) replug the hub into the wall

thought i'd let you know to see if it works. it was a pain in the butt to do
it that way, but it worked great after taking those steps... each time i had
to do that.

"Archgrad" wrote:

> I checked under Documents and Settings on the C drive and see the MCX1
> account. I do not see it under Control Panel/Users though. I have tried all
> suggestions so far and still only get a black screen after the XBOX Media
> Center screen shows contacing and connecting for a minute or so.
>
> Thanks again for all replies and suggestions.
>
> "Gary Tsang" wrote:
>
> > No, the Media Center Extender Manager will create them (MCX user accounts)
> > as needed.
> > You creating them will cause more issues rather than help.
> >
> >
> > --
> > Gary Tsang
> > Microsoft MVP - Windows XP Shell/User
> > http://www.microsoft.com/mvp
> >
> >
> > "Archgrad" <Archgrad@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > news:726F633C-FA0D-496D-8F11-1F8156FF1152@microsoft.com...
> > >I exited Norton Antivirus completely and verified that I am not running any
> > > other security software.
> > >
> > > I checked the services manager and the MCE extender service is running.
> > >
> > > I checked my user accounts and there is not a user called MCX1. When I
> > > check the Media Center Extender Manager, the XBOX is still showing as "Not
> > > onnected" but it does list User Account as MCX1. Also, just for
> > > informational purposes, the properties also list the Hardware version:
> > > 0.0.1
> > > and Software version: 0.0.1.
> > >
> > > Should I create this user account for Windows? Should it have been
> > > automatically created?
> > >
> > > I checked the system logs from Event Viewer and the only thing related to
> > > the Media Center Extender is under Application (I am only listing
> > > information
> > > that is not obvious):
> > >
> > > Information:
> > > User: N/A
> > > Event ID: 291
> > >
> > > Description:
> > > AffConfirm RQ - Device {00000000-0000-0000-0000-0050F219A068} -
> > > Successfully
> > > affiliated.
> > >
> > > All other notifications are either the same or: Product: Media Center
> > > Extender -- Configuration completed successfully.
> > >
> > > I did receive notification today that my update disk has been shipped so I
> > > should have it in a few days.
> > >
> > > Anyway, I try and connect and get the exact same black screen results.
> > >
> > > Thanks again for your suggestions as I look forward to more
> > > troubleshooting
> > > to hopefully have this fixed soon.
> > >
> > > "Todd Bowra [MSFT]" wrote:
> > >
> > >> It's not preferred, but it is okay to mix and match v1 software on the
> > >> device and v1.01 software on the PC.
> > >>
> > >> Could you try exiting Norton completely, not just disabling it? Also,
> > >> please check the Application, System, and Security Event Viewer logs
> > >> (right
> > >> click My Computer --> Manage) for any errors corresponding to the time
> > >> that
> > >> you tried to connect and then post them here.
> > >>
> > >>
> > >> --
> > >> This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no
> > >> rights.
> > >>
> > >>
> > >> "buckeyeboy" <buckeyeboy@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > >> news:ABD44BF4-47F6-45F1-AA24-4ACFF3EAF54C@microsoft.com...
> > >> > I think the problem could be as simple as the MCE2005 has the updated
> > >> > Extender updates installed and your XBOX is running Ver.1 pressed
> > >> > CD's.
> > >> > Once the Ver. 1.1 (or what ever they are called) XBOX CD's arrive, I
> > >> > bet
> > >> > things take off.
> > >> >
> > >> > or you could try this:
> > >> >
> > >> > Go to Start, Programs, Accessories, Media Center, Media Center Extender
> > >> > Manager. Then go to File, Add a new extender
> > >> >
> > >> > and just to be sure:
> > >> >
> > >> > Click Start, Run and enter SERVICES.MSC Look for the Media Center
> > >> > Extender.Service. It should be set to Started and Automatic. If not,
> > >> double
> > >> > click it and change the options.
> > >> >
> > >> > And then:
> > >> >
> > >> > Under Control Panel, Users. Do you see and MCX1 account? I suspect you
> > >> have
> > >> > incompatible versions of extender software on the MCE2005 and XBOX.
> > >> > Wait
> > >> for
> > >> > the new DVD's to arrive.
> > >> >
> > >> >
> > >> > --------------------------MY MCE2005 --------------------------------
> > >> > Intel P4 3.2E w/Zalman CPU cooler, ASUS P4C800, 1 Gig DDR 400,
> > >> > SilverStone
> > >> > Tek LC03 w/ ST40F 400watt PS, 2 Hauppauge PVR 250''s, 2 AverMedia MCE
> > >> a180
> > >> > HDTV, Nvidia 5700LE 256, Harmony 680 Remote, Pioneer DVR-108 Dual
> > >> > Layer
> > >> DVD
> > >> > , (1) Linksys Media Center Extender, (1) Xbox Media Center extender.
> > >> > All
> > >> of
> > >> > them serving content to a Samsung DLP, Samsung Slimfit DirectView TV,
> > >> Infocus
> > >> > HDTV DLP Projector with 100' screen
> > >> >
> > >> >
> > >> > "Archgrad" wrote:
> > >> >
> > >> > > Oh,
> > >> > >
> > >> > > Now that you mention it, I might have the MS AntiSpyware program. I
> > >> > > am
> > >> > > pretty sure that I do not, but I will need to double-check.
> > >> Unfortunately, I
> > >> > > am not at home so I can't try immediately. I do have AdAware
> > >> > > installed,
> > >> but
> > >> > > not running in the backgound (only runs when I launch it).
> > >> > >
> > >> > > I have the install disks that came with the original package and have
> > >> since
> > >> > > requested the update. I have not received it yet.
> > >> > >
> > >> > > My network is wired with cat6 cable and keystones and a 10/100
> > >> > > router/4
> > >> port
> > >> > > switch that I only use the router function and one port tied into a
> > >> > > 10/100/1000 switch. All patch cables are cat6 and the switch
> > >> auto-senses the
> > >> > > uplink so no need for a crossover cable. Again, the router sees the
> > >> XBOX is
> > >> > > connected and assigned it an IP Address consistent with the range I
> > >> specified.
> > >> > >
> > >> > > I cannot remove the networking because of the other computers/devices
> > >> > > included, but I have not tried connecting directly to the XBOX via
> > >> crossover
> > >> > > cable. Obviously, that would only be for troubleshooting purposes
> > >> > > since
> > >> it
> > >> > > needs to be able to work on the network correctly ultimately.
> > >> > >
> > >> > > Thanks for the support!
> > >> > >
> > >> > > "buckeyeboy" wrote:
> > >> > >
> > >> > > > Just to confirm,
> > >> > > >
> > >> > > > You DO NOT have the Microsoft AntiSpyware installed do you? If so,
> > >> remove
> > >> > > > it. The AntiSpyware software will not support Media Center
> > >> > > > Extenders.
> > >> > > >
> > >> > > > You have the latest XBOX CDROM (the original disks have since been
> > >> updated)
> > >> > > > and the current Media Center Extender update software installed of
> > >> > > > the
> > >> > > > MCE2005 machine correct??
> > >> > > >
> > >> > > > How is the XBOX attached to your network: Wired or Wifi?
> > >> > > >
> > >> > > > Do you have a hub or switch in the configuration between the PC and
> > >> the
> > >> > > > XBOX? 100 mps switch is the minimum supported network. 10mps HUBS
> > >> will not
> > >> > > > work?
> > >> > > >
> > >> > > > If you want to remove all networking, go with a cross over cable
> > >> > > > and
> > >> give
> > >> > > > the XBOX a static IP. Does it work then?
> > >> > > >
> > >> > > >
> > >> > > > --------------------------MY
> > >> > > > MCE2005 --------------------------------
> > >> > > > Intel P4 3.2E w/Zalman CPU cooler, ASUS P4C800, 1 Gig DDR 400,
> > >> SilverStone
> > >> > > > Tek LC03 w/ ST40F 400watt PS, 2 Hauppauge PVR 250''s, 2 AverMedia
> > >> > > > MCE
> > >> a180
> > >> > > > HDTV, Nvidia 5700LE 256, Harmony 680 Remote, Pioneer DVR-108 Dual
> > >> Layer DVD
> > >> > > > , (1) Linksys Media Center Extender, (1) Xbox Media Center
> > >> > > > extender.
> > >> All of
> > >> > > > them serving content to a Samsung DLP, Samsung Slimfit DirectView
> > >> > > > TV,
> > >> Infocus
> > >> > > > HDTV DLP Projector with 100' screen
> > >> > > >
> > >> > > >
> > >> > > > "Archgrad" wrote:
> > >> > > >
> > >> > > > > 1) I am only running the default MS Firewall and disable it when
> > >> trying to
> > >> > > > > connect. I also have Norton AntiVirus 2005 that I temporarilly
> > >> disable
> > >> > > > > thinking it might be refusing the connection.
> > >> > > > >
> > >> > > > > 2) Not that I know of. To the best of my knowledge, the MCE pc
> > >> > > > > is
> > >> pretty
> > >> > > > > straight-forward. I do have another old computer I can install
> > >> > > > > MCE
> > >> on to try.
> > >> > > > >
> > >> > > > > It is my understanding that I will not see the XBOX in My Network
> > >> Places
> > >> > > > > attached Workgroup Computers (even if it is working). I cannot
> > >> > > > > see
> > >> anything
> > >> > > > > that tells me that hte XBOX is connected to the pc, but I can see
> > >> > > > > it
> > >> as being
> > >> > > > > attached in the Netgear MV814v2 Router (I think this is the
> > >> > > > > model).
> > >> There
> > >> > > > > are no firewall settings in the router enabled. I even tried
> > >> > > > > going
> > >> through
> > >> > > > > my gigabit switch only with the same result.
> > >> > > > >
> > >> > > > > Thanks for the response and suggestions...
> > >> > > > >
> > >> > > > > "Todd Bowra [MSFT]" wrote:
> > >> > > > >
> > >> > > > > > Couple questions:
> > >> > > > > > 1) Are you running third-party firewall, privacy, or virus
> > >> software on your
> > >> > > > > > PC? If so, what software package(s) do you have?
> > >> > > > > > 2) Have you replaced or otherwise modified any Windows system
> > >> components?
> > >> > > > > > (e.g. pre-release DLLs from the Internet)
> > >> > > > > >
> > >> > > > > > --
> > >> > > > > > This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and
> > >> > > > > > confers
> > >> no rights.
> > >> > > > > >
> > >> > > > > >
> > >> > > > > > "Archgrad" <Archgrad@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in
> > >> > > > > > message
> > >> > > > > > news:AC7DF72F-DC55-4E7D-8FD9-FE8DAEBA6893@microsoft.com...
> > >> > > > > > > I have MCE 2005 and the XBOX Media Center Extender on a home
> > >> network. I
> > >> > > > > > > installed the component for the Media Center PC and inserted
> > >> > > > > > > the
> > >> XBOX disk
> > >> > > > > > > per the instructions. The XBOX generates the code to input
> > >> > > > > > > into
> > >> the PC
> > >> > > > > > for
> > >> > > > > > > the connection and the XBOX screen shows the Contacting...and
> > >> > > > > > Connecting...
> > >> > > > > > > screens but goes all black instead of showing the MCE menus.
> > >> The PC Media
> > >> > > > > > > Center Extender Manager shows the XBOX as "Not Connected"
> > >> always. I can
> > >> > > > > > see
> > >> > > > > > > the XBOX in my router under attached devices so it is given a
> > >> valid IP
> > >> > > > > > > address from the DHCP.
> > >> > > > > > >
> > >> > > > > > > I am confused since the netowrk can see the XBOX and the PC,
> > >> > > > > > > the
> > >> XBOX
> > >> > > > > > > seemingly can see the PC and vice versa since I can input the
> > >> code and get
> > >> > > > > > > the "contacting" and "connecting" screen. I made sure that
> > >> > > > > > > the
> > >> XBOX is
> > >> > > > > > set
> > >> > > > > > > to standard (4:3) screen mode thinking that the original
> > >> > > > > > > setting
> > >> for
> > >> > > > > > > Widescreen would be a problem since the XBOX Media Center
> > >> Extender shows
> > >> > > > > > to

Can you try connecting your Xbox to your PC using a crossover cable? This
will help eliminate your network hardware as a potential source of the
issue.

--
This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no rights.


"Archgrad" <Archgrad@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:025229AE-5893-47A5-B633-95E101DBBDAD@microsoft.com...
> I checked under Documents and Settings on the C drive and see the MCX1
> account. I do not see it under Control Panel/Users though. I have tried
all
> suggestions so far and still only get a black screen after the XBOX Media
> Center screen shows contacing and connecting for a minute or so.
>
> Thanks again for all replies and suggestions.
>
> "Gary Tsang" wrote:
>
> > No, the Media Center Extender Manager will create them (MCX user
accounts)
> > as needed.
> > You creating them will cause more issues rather than help.
> >
> >
> > --
> > Gary Tsang
> > Microsoft MVP - Windows XP Shell/User
> > http://www.microsoft.com/mvp
> >
> >
> > "Archgrad" <Archgrad@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > news:726F633C-FA0D-496D-8F11-1F8156FF1152@microsoft.com...
> > >I exited Norton Antivirus completely and verified that I am not running
any
> > > other security software.
> > >
> > > I checked the services manager and the MCE extender service is
running.
> > >
> > > I checked my user accounts and there is not a user called MCX1. When
I
> > > check the Media Center Extender Manager, the XBOX is still showing as
"Not
> > > onnected" but it does list User Account as MCX1. Also, just for
> > > informational purposes, the properties also list the Hardware version:
> > > 0.0.1
> > > and Software version: 0.0.1.
> > >
> > > Should I create this user account for Windows? Should it have been
> > > automatically created?
> > >
> > > I checked the system logs from Event Viewer and the only thing related
to
> > > the Media Center Extender is under Application (I am only listing
> > > information
> > > that is not obvious):
> > >
> > > Information:
> > > User: N/A
> > > Event ID: 291
> > >
> > > Description:
> > > AffConfirm RQ - Device {00000000-0000-0000-0000-0050F219A068} -
> > > Successfully
> > > affiliated.
> > >
> > > All other notifications are either the same or: Product: Media Center
> > > Extender -- Configuration completed successfully.
> > >
> > > I did receive notification today that my update disk has been shipped
so I
> > > should have it in a few days.
> > >
> > > Anyway, I try and connect and get the exact same black screen results.
> > >
> > > Thanks again for your suggestions as I look forward to more
> > > troubleshooting
> > > to hopefully have this fixed soon.
> > >
> > > "Todd Bowra [MSFT]" wrote:
> > >
> > >> It's not preferred, but it is okay to mix and match v1 software on
the
> > >> device and v1.01 software on the PC.
> > >>
> > >> Could you try exiting Norton completely, not just disabling it?
Also,
> > >> please check the Application, System, and Security Event Viewer logs
> > >> (right
> > >> click My Computer --> Manage) for any errors corresponding to the
time
> > >> that
> > >> you tried to connect and then post them here.
> > >>
> > >>
> > >> --
> > >> This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no
> > >> rights.
> > >>
> > >>
> > >> "buckeyeboy" <buckeyeboy@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > >> news:ABD44BF4-47F6-45F1-AA24-4ACFF3EAF54C@microsoft.com...
> > >> > I think the problem could be as simple as the MCE2005 has the
updated
> > >> > Extender updates installed and your XBOX is running Ver.1 pressed
> > >> > CD's.
> > >> > Once the Ver. 1.1 (or what ever they are called) XBOX CD's arrive,
I
> > >> > bet
> > >> > things take off.
> > >> >
> > >> > or you could try this:
> > >> >
> > >> > Go to Start, Programs, Accessories, Media Center, Media Center
Extender
> > >> > Manager. Then go to File, Add a new extender
> > >> >
> > >> > and just to be sure:
> > >> >
> > >> > Click Start, Run and enter SERVICES.MSC Look for the Media Center
> > >> > Extender.Service. It should be set to Started and Automatic. If
not,
> > >> double
> > >> > click it and change the options.
> > >> >
> > >> > And then:
> > >> >
> > >> > Under Control Panel, Users. Do you see and MCX1 account? I suspect
you
> > >> have
> > >> > incompatible versions of extender software on the MCE2005 and XBOX.
> > >> > Wait
> > >> for
> > >> > the new DVD's to arrive.
> > >> >
> > >> >
> > >> > --------------------------MY
MCE2005 --------------------------------
> > >> > Intel P4 3.2E w/Zalman CPU cooler, ASUS P4C800, 1 Gig DDR 400,
> > >> > SilverStone
> > >> > Tek LC03 w/ ST40F 400watt PS, 2 Hauppauge PVR 250''s, 2 AverMedia
MCE
> > >> a180
> > >> > HDTV, Nvidia 5700LE 256, Harmony 680 Remote, Pioneer DVR-108 Dual
> > >> > Layer
> > >> DVD
> > >> > , (1) Linksys Media Center Extender, (1) Xbox Media Center
extender.
> > >> > All
> > >> of
> > >> > them serving content to a Samsung DLP, Samsung Slimfit DirectView
TV,
> > >> Infocus
> > >> > HDTV DLP Projector with 100' screen
> > >> >
> > >> >
> > >> > "Archgrad" wrote:
> > >> >
> > >> > > Oh,
> > >> > >
> > >> > > Now that you mention it, I might have the MS AntiSpyware program.
I
> > >> > > am
> > >> > > pretty sure that I do not, but I will need to double-check.
> > >> Unfortunately, I
> > >> > > am not at home so I can't try immediately. I do have AdAware
> > >> > > installed,
> > >> but
> > >> > > not running in the backgound (only runs when I launch it).
> > >> > >
> > >> > > I have the install disks that came with the original package and
have
> > >> since
> > >> > > requested the update. I have not received it yet.
> > >> > >
> > >> > > My network is wired with cat6 cable and keystones and a 10/100
> > >> > > router/4
> > >> port
> > >> > > switch that I only use the router function and one port tied into
a
> > >> > > 10/100/1000 switch. All patch cables are cat6 and the switch
> > >> auto-senses the
> > >> > > uplink so no need for a crossover cable. Again, the router sees
the
> > >> XBOX is
> > >> > > connected and assigned it an IP Address consistent with the range
I
> > >> specified.
> > >> > >
> > >> > > I cannot remove the networking because of the other
computers/devices
> > >> > > included, but I have not tried connecting directly to the XBOX
via
> > >> crossover
> > >> > > cable. Obviously, that would only be for troubleshooting
purposes
> > >> > > since
> > >> it
> > >> > > needs to be able to work