Upgrade window media player security

I'm trying to transfer a digital copy of a movie to my computer but every time I do it asks that I upgrade Windows Media Player security. However, when I click the link to upgrade Windows Media Player security the "Upgrade" button is greyed out and can't be pressed.

Any suggestions on how to get the upgrade or get around this would be appreciated. Wednesday, December 30, AM.

Monday, January 4, AM. Regards, Linda. Thursday, December 31, AM. I checked outh the frequently asked questions for Window Media Player DRM but didn't see anything that looked relevant. Is there anything else to try to solve this? Thanks for the help, Keith. Friday, January 1, PM. Saturday, January 2, AM. Unfortunately not. This is the exact message that it is defaulting to: You must upgrade to the latest version of Windows Media Player. And we can't forget the This update makes quality improvements to the servicing stack, which is the component that installs Windows updates.

Servicing stack updates SSU ensure that you have a robust and reliable servicing stack so that your devices can receive and install Microsoft updates. Microsoft and partners may be compensated if you purchase something through recommended links in this article. Found the story interesting? Like us on Facebook to see similar stories. I'm already a fan, don't show this again.

Send MSN Feedback. How can we improve? Use this table to find the right version of the Player for your system. Included in clean installs of Windows 10 as well as upgrades to Windows 10 from Windows 8.

In some editions of Windows 10, it's included as an optional feature that you can enable. DVD playback isn't included. Included in Windows 8. For Windows Media Player 12 for Windows 8. Microsoft will then upgrade the security components of your digital media player to ensure that it runs with optimal security.

Bottom line: not allowed to upgrade component security per instructions and was not able to advance in the sequence to play the DVD. If you use Groove Music for your audio at the moment, Microsoft says the transition from that to Media. Note: To troubleshoot issues like playback and codec problems, see the 'Get help' section in Windows Media Player. Designed by media lovers for media lovers.

Windows Media Player 12—available as part of Windows 7, Windows 8. Organize your digital media collection, sync digital media files to a portable device, shop online for digital media content, and more—with Windows Media Player