You cannot select a Media Center window that is dragged behind the taskbar (886247)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005

SYMPTOMS

If Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 is running in window mode instead of in full-screen mode, you may be able to drag the window behind the taskbar. After you move the window, you may not be able to drag it to another location.

WORKAROUND

To work around this problem, change the Windows Taskbar configuration to auto-hide. To do this, follow these steps:
  1. Right-click an empty area of the taskbar, and then click Properties.
  2. Click to select the Auto-hide the taskbar check box, and then click OK.
  3. Move the pointer away from the taskbar so that the taskbar is hidden.

    Note To redisplay the taskbar, point to the area of your screen where the taskbar is located.
  4. Click the Media Center title bar, and then drag the Media Center window to another location on the screen.
  5. Move the pointer back to the taskbar area to redisplay the taskbar.
  6. Right-click an empty area of the taskbar, and then click Properties.
  7. Click to clear the Auto-hide the taskbar check box, and then click OK.

STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed that this is a problem in the Microsoft products that are listed in the "Applies to" section.

MORE INFORMATION

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/
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:10/26/2004
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