Windows 7 Windows 7 Global Video playing problem

[iCamilo]

Hello! I have a BIG problem, I am using Windows 7 right now, and I am unable to play any kind of video content in Windows Media Player 12. Now, this is a global problem in the whole OS, I installed GOM player, to view a FLV file, and the system freezes, totally, this happens too with the Windows Media Player 12, when I open a video file, say, Avi, the whole system freezes to a total stop, and the Hard Drive still spins, I have to hit the power button, and reboot.

I am suspecting this could be a conflict with the graphics video driver, or could be codec problems.

I need this solved, because I need to put a Avi and WMV files on a Power point, and it also freezes...

Any help could be appreciated!

Well, I have just switched to the generic VGA graphic driver, and it works now, but that is the problem, I need the other driver, because it works with external displays, I am going back to that driver for a second (the driver that crashes the system), and maybe the video global problem will be gone, I will update the issue.

Update :
YES, it is the Graphic card Driver (Mobile Intel(R) 915GM/GMS,910GML Express Chipset Family) I put the driver back in place, and the system freezes when the video opens. Okay, I need some help please!

UPDATE!!!! BINGO! AND PRESTO! Windows 7 users, DONT LET 7 fool you!

What happened was, I had this feeling, there was some thing wrong with graphic hardware acceleration. SO, I went to the display panel, and disabled some of the graphics hardware accelaration. So, dont give up on Windows 7!

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you've made some progress in identifying the issue with video playback on your Windows 7 system. Disabling hardware acceleration in the display settings helped resolve the freezing issue caused by your graphics card driver. Here are some steps you can take to ensure smoother video playback and avoid system freezes:

Steps to Improve Video Playback on Windows 7:​

1. Update Graphics Drivers:
   • Ensure you have the latest drivers for your Mobile Intel(R) 915GM/GMS,910GML Express Chipset Family graphics card. Visit the manufacturer's website to download and install the most recent driver version compatible with Windows 7.
   []Configure Hardware Acceleration:
   • Adjust the hardware acceleration settings to find the right balance between performance and stability:
     • Right-click on the desktop and select "Screen Resolution."
     • Click on "Advanced Settings" and navigate to the "Troubleshoot" tab.
     • Adjust the hardware acceleration slider to a lower setting or disable it.
   []Codecs and Players:
   • Ensure your media players have the necessary codecs to play various file formats like AVI and WMV. You can install codec packs like K-Lite Codec Pack to expand the range of supported formats.
   • Consider using alternative media players like VLC Media Player or MPC-HC (Media Player Classic - Home Cinema) if Windows Media Player continues to have issues.
   []PowerPoint Video Playback:
   • When embedding videos in PowerPoint presentations, ensure the video file formats are compatible. Preferably, use common formats like MP4 to ensure smooth playback without compatibility issues.
   []Monitor System Performance:
   • Keep an eye on system resources using Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) to check for any processes that might be consuming excessive CPU or memory during video playback.

     After Disabling Hardware Acceleration:​

     • Test Video Playback: Verify that video playback in Windows Media Player and other media players is now functioning without freezing the system.
     • Stability Check: Use your system with the updated settings for a while to ensure the freezing issue does not resurface.
     By following these steps and keeping your system updated, you can enjoy smoother video playback on your Windows 7 system without encountering freezing issues. Let me know if you need further assistance or encounter any other issues!