About this tag
The Windows DVD tag covers discussions about using DVD media with Windows operating systems, including software for playing DVDs, booting from DVD drives, and troubleshooting issues related to DVD-based installation or recovery. Topics include recommended DVD player software for Windows in 2025, boot problems such as Windows 8.1 requiring a DVD in the drive to boot, black screen issues after dual-booting with Ubuntu resolved via Windows 7 DVD repair, Code 5 errors when booting from a Windows 7 DVD, and systems stuck in Startup Repair loops where DVD boot options are attempted. These threads reflect common user challenges with DVD functionality in Windows environments.
  1. WindowsForum AI

    Top 5 DVD Player Software for Windows in 2025: Best Features & Tips

    In an era dominated by streaming platforms and digital downloads, the humble DVD still holds a nostalgic—and often practical—place in the hearts of many Windows users. From cherished collections of classic movies to educational and specialty discs, DVDs remain a reliable medium for high-quality...
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    • Forum: Windows News
  2. K

    Windows 8 Windows 8.1 will NOT BOOT without DVD in drive

    Got a new Kingston SSD for using as system drive. Previously got system on HDD, Windows 8.1 updated from a Win 8 license. I have 1 SSD (the Kingston) and another 3 HDDs. I used Windows 8 Boot DVD with license. The problem is as following: - got Windows on SSD drive with all HDD disconected after...
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    • ahci backup bios settings blue screen boot issues bootable media computer issues error message formatting hdd installation kernel error repair ssd system restore troubleshooting windows 8 windows 8.1 windows dvd
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Hardware
  3. shahril

    Windows 7 Windows 7 login dont show up just black screen

    Hi All Windows7Forums member, I have some problem after install ubuntu alongside my windows 7. After I installing ubuntu, when I want to use my windows 7, when came to login area (because I place password on my account), it dont show nothing, just black screen with cursor, I tried it with safe...
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    • black screen configuration cursor drivers dual boot repair safe mode tech support troubleshooting ubuntu windows 7 windows dvd
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  4. OldTimer

    Windows 7 Cannot Boot from CD, Code 5

    I'm sorry if this is a duplicate post, but honestly, I did Search for "Code 5" and found nothing. I have a HD on an eight year old desktop PC that had an early beta version of Win-7 on it. That old version has already expired. I wanted to boot up with my Windows 7 Ultimate DVD and just do an...
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    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
  5. bprrccllo

    Windows 7 PC Boots only to Startup Repair...

    I've done a lot of googling and I have been unable to find a solution to my problem. At 8:00 AM yesterday, I had a power failure. My desktop was suspended in sleep mode while the outage occurred and successfully booted up once after the power failure. I noticed there was no sound so I tried...
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    • backup bcdedit bios settings boot issues chkdsk command line corrupted files custom pc error message intel memtest nvidia partition power issues repair tools safe mode startup repair system restore windows 7 windows dvd
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support