Windows Media Center Extender
Applies To: Windows Vista
Windows Media Center Extender is a network-attached device that enables you to bring the Windows Media Center experience into any room of the house.
Aspects
The following is a list of all aspects that are part of this managed entity:
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The Windows Media Center Extender connects to the Windows Media Center PC using UDP and TCP protocols. |
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A Windows Media Center Extender can be uninstalled from the Windows Media Center PC if the Extender needs to be moved to a new Windows Media Center PC or to reset the Extender to the original default settings. Disabling an Extender prevents it from connecting to the Windows Media Center PC, but maintains the association so that the Extender can be re-enabled and reconnected. Enabling a disabled Extender allows it to reconnect to the Windows Media Center PC. |
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During setup, the Windows Media Center Extender is configured to use the same media files that are used on the Windows Media Center PC. |
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Certificates are exchanged between the Extender and the Windows Media Center PC to enable a secure connection. |
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The Windows Media Center PC added and configured the Windows Media Center Extender. |
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The Windows Media Center PC sends software to the Xbox 360 to enable Windows Media Center features. |
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The Windows Media Center Extender TV features are enabled by streaming content from the Windows Media Center PC. |
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A Windows user account is created during setup and is used for each connection of the Windows Media Center Extender. |
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Digital Rights Management (DRM) is used on the Extender to control usage rights of protected content. |
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To set up the Windows Media Center PC to work with a Media Center Extender, the PC must be configured and services must be started. |