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Mar 29, 2016 · If your remote isn't supported, you might be disappointed, but you're not out of luck: you could use Flirc to control any media center using any remote. You'll need a $20 dongle, but it's really easy to set up.
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Aug 22, 2023 · Learn how to turn a PC into a media center PC with our complete PC to media center guide. Media center PCs are a great alternative to streaming boxes.
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Dec 3, 2021 · So if you need to use the good old Windows Media Center (control Windows with a remote control, play and share all your media files) from Windows Vista and Windows 7, there is a modified installation that installs WMC in Windows 10 and 11.
You can unleash the full power of Media Center by connecting your computer to an HDTV and using a Media Center remote to control all the action from your couch. A PC connected to a TV and a Media Center remote
Jan 5, 2012 · My HTPC has the following specs. It's not the best and fastest computer in the world, but I have 10 second boots and able to use the remote for everything. It's easy to use (wife is not tech savvy). Redundancy on the video archives and switching applications and boots are a dream with the SSD.
Aug 9, 2023 · In Dec 2020: I purchased 2 remotes for my new HTPC install, eg: HP USB MCE IR RC6 Wireless Receiver and TSGH-IR02 Windows Media Center remote. Dell MCE RC6 IR Remote Control USB Receiver Microsoft Windows Media Center Kit. The Dell kit wouldn't work on my main PC or the MP HTPC (Both W10 OS)
May 1, 2016 · First, you'll need a USB infrared receiver for your media PC. We recommend the FLIRC, though any generic USB receiver will probably work. Plug your receiver into your media center and make sure it's within view of your sitting position, so you can point your remote in its general direction.