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I have already published more than one article on the topic of setting up DLNA. We ran the DLNA server in different ways, on different devices, and for different TVs. In this instruction, I will show you how to enable a DLNA server in Windows 10. Let it be a computer or a laptop, it doesn’t matter. The main thing is that Windows 10 is installed on it. There are many different programs that you can use to run a media server on your computer. But in this instruction we will not use any third-party programs. We will use only standard Windows 10 tools. However, this option is available in both Windows 8 and Windows 7. There are few differences there.

And so, first, let’s figure out what DLNA is, why run this server on a computer, laptop, and what to do with it. Everything is very simple. Using DLNA technology you can transfer media content (video, photo, music) between devices on the local network. Most often, this technology is used to view videos or photos that are on a computer on a Smart TV. I wrote in more detail about this technology in the article: . If interested, you can read.

How it all works: The Smart TV must be connected to our router. Via Wi-Fi network or cable. It doesn't matter. The computer on which we want to run the media server and from which we want to play video, photos, or music on the TV must be connected to the same router. The main thing that devices were on the same local network (were connected through one router). This does not mean that there should be only one computer and one TV, there can be several of them. Moreover, there may be other devices on the network that support DLNA. For example: game consoles, TV set-top boxes, satellite receivers, etc.

Before proceeding with setup, make sure that your computer and TV are connected to your Wi-Fi network, or using a network cable to your router. Check if the Internet works on the TV. If you don't know whether your TV supports DLNA, you can check the specifications for this information. I will say this, if the TV has a Smart TV, then everything will work.

And in the Microsoft Edge browser in Windows 10, it is possible to display videos, photos and music on TV directly from the browser. I wrote in the article how to do this.

I think we have figured out all the nuances, now we can start setting up.

Displaying video from Windows 10 to TV: a quick and easy way

A video, film, almost any video can be displayed from a computer to a TV in a few clicks of the mouse. Turn on the TV. Make sure it is connected to the internet (to your router).

On the computer, open the folder with the video, and right-click on the file that we want to play on the TV (Smart TV). Next, move the cursor to the “Transfer to device” item. Our TV should appear there. If it says “Searching for devices...”, then you need to wait a little. Leave the menu open, or try again in a couple of seconds. As you can see in the screenshot below, Windows 10 found two TVs on me: LG and Philips.

We choose a TV. The player control window will immediately appear. In it, you can control video playback on the TV, add other files to the playlist, see information on the TV, etc.

The TV will immediately start playing the currently running movie.

We have just started watching video from a computer to a TV using DLNA technology. As you can see, everything works. And all this wirelessly, over the air. It's over if you have both devices connected via Wi-Fi.

Starting a DLNA server on Windows 10 using standard means

Above we looked at a method where you can send files to a TV from a computer. But there is still a great opportunity when we can view all files from the TV (to which access is open), which are stored on our computer. I think this is exactly what you need.

To run the DLNA server, you can use third-party programs, for example, "Home Media Server (UPnP, DLNA, HTTP)". I wrote about setting up using this program in an article. This program is suitable for all TVs. But each manufacturer, as a rule, has its own program. LG, for example, has Smart Share. The setup I wrote about.

Well, on the other hand, why do we need third-party programs if everything in Windows 10 can be configured using built-in tools.

If your TV is not on the list, then wait a little. Or close and reopen your media streaming settings.

Next to each device there will be a "Configure..." button. If necessary, you can set individual settings for each device.

As you can see in the screenshot above, access will immediately be open to three standard folders: “Video”, “Images”, “Music”. You can view all the files that are in these folders on your TV.

These three folders are located on the system drive. Agree, it’s not very convenient to copy the necessary films and other files there all the time in order to watch them from the TV. Therefore, you can simply share other folders.

How to add a folder for a DLNA server

Launch Windows Media Player.

If you want to add a folder with videos, for example, then click on the corresponding item on the left and select “Manage video library”.

In the new window, click on the "Add" button. Select the folder to which you want to open access via DLNA, and click on the "Add folder" button.

That's it, the required folder will appear in the list and will be displayed on the TV. For example, I opened access to the “Video” folder in which I store films.

In this way you can add any folders or remove them from the list.

Several articles

Many people think that Windows Media Player is gradually losing its popularity, but this is not entirely true. There have been so many updates and additions to the player lately that you can completely customize it to your liking. While playing different types of files, you can change the skin of the player and install various add-ons. Although the player has always been a core component of the Windows OS, the really good thing is that Windows Media has become in the last few years. The latest, version 12, contains a number of interesting features that will surely interest you. We will talk about these features and much more in this article.

Player update

Automatic mode: Open Windows Media Player, press the Alt key, go to the Help menu and click Check for Updates.

Step 1

Open Windows Media Player, press the Alt key, expand the Tools menu and open Preferences.

In the "Player" tab, specify how often the player checks for updates.

First start

The Windows Media Player installation wizard will appear, which in the first step will prompt you to choose which type of settings to use: recommended or custom. If you choose the recommended one, the player will automatically set all the settings without your intervention. In this case, skip this section and go to the next one.

If you want to configure the player yourself, select the "Custom settings" option and click the "Next" button.

The "Privacy Options" dialog box will open first. Check the boxes next to the items you really want to use and click the "Next" button.

Step 3

At this point, WMP will ask if you want to add a shortcut to the desktop and quick launch bar, and will prompt you to mark it as the default. Set the desired settings and click "Next".

Step 5

At the final stage, the player will offer to set up an online store to access paid content. Select "Do not set up an online store" and click the "Finish" button.

Always remain anonymous online

Step 1

Hold the "Alt" key and then open the "Tools" menu and select "Options".

Step 2

Go to the "Privacy" tab and uncheck the box next to "Send a unique code ...".

Update codec

It is also worth enabling the option to automatically download codecs by going to the player settings and in the “Player” tab, check the item “Automatically download codecs”.

Adding covers and visualizations to the player