To install a windows media playe mp4 codec, I got two methods, one is obtaining the Official Codec Package from Microsoft, the other is using the K-Lite Mega Codec Pack.
Method 1: Obtain the Official Codec Package from Microsoft
- go to www.microsoft.com, Downloads & Trials, then the Download Center.
- In the search box where it says “Search All Download Center” type in “codec” and press Enter.
- This will open up approximately 17 results. Select “Codec Installation Package for Windows Media Player 7.1 or later.” This codec package supports the current Windows Media Player 10 and 11.
- Note that a validation as a customer running a genuine version of Microsoft Windows is necessary.
- Validate and the files should be ready for download.
- Once the .exe file is downloaded, double click it to run it.
- If you are unfamiliar with the settings, just click “Next” and install the basic setup.
Method 2: Usethe K-Lite Mega Codec Pack
- Download K-Lite Mega Codec Pack from brothersoft: http://www.brothersoft.com/k-lite-mega-codec-pack-61501.html
- Once the download is finished, double click to run the .exe file.
- For non-experts, it is highly recommended to just install the recommended setup by clicking “Next.”