Microsoft KB Archive/812908

= Windows XP Media Center Changes to Windowed Mode =

Article ID: 812908

Article Last Modified on 12/11/2003

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APPLIES TO


 * Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2002

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SUMMARY
Windows XP Media Center changes to windowed mode when either of the following conditions are true:
 * You place a personal digital assistant (PDA) in the synchronization cradle and Media Center is already running.

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 * The PDA is in the synchronization cradle when you start Media Center, and then you press Synchronize.



MORE INFORMATION
Windows XP Media Center changes to windowed mode to allow the synchronization software to be visible and accessible while still allowing Media Center to function.

To return Media Center to full-screen mode, follow these steps:
 * 1) Start Media Center, and then press Start on the remote control.
 * 2) On the remote control, press Up, and then press Right to select Maximize.
 * 3) Press OK on the remote control.

Media Center Technical Support
Because Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition was included with your hardware device or system, the hardware manufacturer provides technical support and assistance for this software. Your manufacturer may have customized the installation with unique components such as specific device drivers and optional settings to maximize the performance of that manufacturer's hardware. If you require technical help with Windows XP Media Center Edition, contact your manufacturer directly because the manufacturer is best qualified to support the software that the manufacturer has installed on the hardware.

You can also visit the Windows XP Media Center Edition product information Web site at the following Microsoft Web site:

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/

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