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*An XBMC build newer than 3 July 2006
*An XBMC build newer than 3 July 2006
*Windows Media Connect, available [http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/devices/wmconnect/default.aspx here] or [http://www.softpedia.com/get/Internet/File-Sharing/Windows-Media-Connect.shtml here].
*Windows Media Connect, available [http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/devices/wmconnect/default.aspx here] or [http://www.softpedia.com/get/Internet/File-Sharing/Windows-Media-Connect.shtml here].
==Installing Windows Media Connect on your PC==
==Installing and Configuring Windows Media Connect on your PC==
The first step is to download and install Windows Media Connect. This easy-to-use software allows you to share media on your PC using the UPnP protocol, which is also supported by many standalone network players.
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After installing Windows Media Connect, simply run the included setup utility included with it. The first screen that appears should look something like the one to the right. For now, simply choose '''Next'''.
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==Setting up UPnP Shares in XBMC==
==Setting up UPnP Shares in XBMC==

Revision as of 15:56, 6 July 2006

UPnP media sharing is an extremely easy method of sharing your media on your network. This tutorial will walk you through the installation and setup. In order to use this option, you need to have the following:

  • An XBMC build newer than 3 July 2006
  • Windows Media Connect, available here or here.

Installing and Configuring Windows Media Connect on your PC

The first step is to download and install Windows Media Connect. This easy-to-use software allows you to share media on your PC using the UPnP protocol, which is also supported by many standalone network players.

After installing Windows Media Connect, simply run the included setup utility included with it. The first screen that appears should look something like the one to the right. For now, simply choose Next.

Wmc1.jpg

Setting up UPnP Shares in XBMC