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The forum thread discusses an issue with access to Netflix streaming via Windows Media Center on a Windows 7 PC and its Media Center Extender. The original poster inquires why the Netflix icon is visible on the PC but not on the extender connected to the TV. Responses clarify that the Netflix plugin only works on the PC itself and not through media extenders, but the poster finds a workaround by using HDMI to access Netflix directly on the TV. Overall, the discussion concludes with helpful advice and positive sentiment about the forum community.
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I currently have the WMC plugin for Netflix installed on my computer. Netflix streaming video works great through MEDIA CENTER to the computer monitor.

I also have a Lynskies Media Center Extender, which allows me to watch recorded TV on my big screen TV through my home network. (The desktop PC is the DVR)

Why is it that the Netflix icon is nowhere to be found on the extender menu, (on the TV screen), but it exists on the WMC menu on the computer monitor?

I am currently running WIN 7.

Thank you for any help you may be able to provide.
 

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If I'm not mistaken, the plugin only works on PC. However, if you use HDMI, you can access it on your TV
 

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Mitchell_A said:
If I'm not mistaken, the plugin only works on PC. However, if you use HDMI, you can access it on your TV
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You are right. It only works on the PC.

I was able to solve my issue with this device. (No one wants to watch a movie on their computer)

I hope this solution helps other people. Thanks for the reply.
 

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Glad you've fixed the problem! :)
Thanks for using the Windows 7 Forums. See you around.
 

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Just click the little icon that looks like a star/snowflake below any of my posts. I'll give you some in return.
I agree, it's def. the best place for news, discussion and troublshooting :)
 

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