How to download Movie Maker 2

aowRS · 01-23-2006, 03:55 PM

I have Windows XP Home which came with Microsoft Movie Maker (in accessories). I'm trying to fix an issue I have with a new DVD camcorder, and my DVD burner. I was told that I can simply go to the Microsoft site and download the update to "2". Either I'm extremely slow today, or something, as I've not been able to find an easy way to do this.

Any hints?

Andreas

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***midiwall*** · 01-23-2006, 04:17 PM

Microsoft's download url is http://download.microsoft.com

The "fun" about searching for MS downloads is that MS doesn't like adhering to their own rules, so you'll get different hits on "Movie Maker" and "MovieMaker". I love MS. argh.

Anyway, the 2.1 upgrade is here:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/d...viemaker2.mspx

Then, you can pickup some extras here (note the different search term

):
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/r...Lang=en&type=a

aowRS · 01-23-2006, 05:11 PM

Mark,
I went to where the '2.1' upgrade is but can not figure out how to just grab Movie Maker 2. It asks to do a search for auto updates, etc. but I do not see where one can get just that specific update. My computer is already configured to receive auto updates.

Confusing.

Andreas

***midiwall*** · 01-23-2006, 06:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aowRS

Mark,
I went to where the '2.1' upgrade is but can not figure out how to just grab Movie Maker 2. It asks to do a search for auto updates, etc. but I do not see where one can get just that specific update. My computer is already configured to receive auto updates.

Confusing.

Andreas

Another "I love MS" moment.

Do you have SP2? And are you running IE? (most of the MS update stuff has to be handled through IE, and won't work with NS or FF).

If you haven't installed SP2 yet, you'll need to start there.

Past that... Hit the Windows Update site (it should be in the menu you get when you hit the Start Button); then after it dances for a while, pick "Customize" then on the left panel, look for Software Updates. See if it's in there.

I can't specifically walk you through it (Chris???!!!) 'cause I uninstalled it to make room.

aowRS · 01-23-2006, 08:53 PM

Mark,
I use IE. Thank you for the help. I will look into SP 2.

Andreas

aowRS · 01-23-2006, 11:45 PM

Downloaded SP2. Still can't figure out how to grab Movie Maker 2. It's almost 3 am and this is driving me nuts!!

Andreas

***midiwall*** · 01-24-2006, 12:06 AM

Okay... If you have MM already installed, and SP2 is installed, then it should pop up on the optional software list when you go to the update site.

hmmm... I think that one of my boxes should still have MM installed on it, so hang in there and lemme play a bit. I "know" I've actually done the upgrade before.

double hmmm... One option on the MM2.1 download page is to order up a CD. That may be worthwhile in the long run, but lemme play for a bit.

{insert Microsoft _argh_ here}

***Corey*** · 01-24-2006, 02:09 AM

I have always grabbed it via Windows updates with no problem by choosing "software" or something in the update list.

***midiwall*** · 01-24-2006, 06:13 AM

AHHHH-HAH!

Man that was complicated... I really don't understand MS sometimes.

Okay, reading the fine print at the "2.1 download" link I posted above, you'll see that it says:

"Movie Maker 2.1 is available for download with Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)."

Notice the wording.... "available for download with SP2".

Yeup... sure 'nuff.

You installed SP2, right? Fire up MM like you always have, then check Help | About and I'll bet you see "Movie Maker v2.1.4026.0".

sigh... yeah... it got me too.

Churnd · 01-24-2006, 06:14 AM

Weird.

Andreas, make sure you download all the critical updates from the MS update site by using the "Express" button when you get there. I think there may be one or two updates right after SP2 (one is an updated windows installer) that may or may not affect your ability to update MM. Either way, you need those patches anyway so go ahead and get 'em.

Once you do that, go back to the Windows update site, and choose "Custom". It'll say you don't have any critical updates, but if you look over to the left side of the screen, you'll see the optional software and hardware driver updates available. It's going to be in software (obviously). If it's not, are you sure you don't already have the updated version?

EDIT: I see Mark just found the answer. Cool stuff. You really should go ahead and finish off those updates though...

01-23-2006, 04:17 PM	#2 (permalink)
*midiwall* Sponsoring Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Seattleish, WA Posts: 9,078	Microsoft's download url is http://download.microsoft.com The "fun" about searching for MS downloads is that MS doesn't like adhering to their own rules, so you'll get different hits on "Movie Maker" and "MovieMaker". I love MS. argh. Anyway, the 2.1 upgrade is here: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/d...viemaker2.mspx Then, you can pickup some extras here (note the different search term ): http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/r...Lang=en&type=a __________________ ~ Mark '96 4Runner Limited S/C MI - 370cc injectors, Air! horns, Airaid MIT, ATS A-arms, 285/75/R16 BFG MTs, Bored TB, Brembo slotted, Cobra 75 WXST, Deckplate, Downey headers, Hayden cooler, IPT valve body, Level 10 torque convertor, Meanstreak exhaust, OME/OME rears, On-board PC (XM, Nav, WiFi, etc), Port 'n Polish, Remote Start, SAW fronts, Hilux console, SMT-5, Stubb's sliders, Supra MAF, TJM-17, 2.0" pulley, Viair 450c, Walbro 190, Weasy2k cams

01-23-2006, 05:11 PM	#3 (permalink)
aowRS Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Ellicott City, MD Posts: 908	Mark, I went to where the '2.1' upgrade is but can not figure out how to just grab Movie Maker 2. It asks to do a search for auto updates, etc. but I do not see where one can get just that specific update. My computer is already configured to receive auto updates. Confusing. Andreas __________________ 2001 SR5 4Runner 4WD, Dorado Gold, 184,XXX miles 2007 Volvo XC 90 AWD V6, Silver 1995 Porsche 993, Polar Silver

01-23-2006, 08:53 PM	#5 (permalink)
aowRS Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Ellicott City, MD Posts: 908	Mark, I use IE. Thank you for the help. I will look into SP 2. Andreas __________________ 2001 SR5 4Runner 4WD, Dorado Gold, 184,XXX miles 2007 Volvo XC 90 AWD V6, Silver 1995 Porsche 993, Polar Silver

01-23-2006, 11:45 PM	#6 (permalink)
aowRS Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Ellicott City, MD Posts: 908	Downloaded SP2. Still can't figure out how to grab Movie Maker 2. It's almost 3 am and this is driving me nuts!! Andreas __________________ 2001 SR5 4Runner 4WD, Dorado Gold, 184,XXX miles 2007 Volvo XC 90 AWD V6, Silver 1995 Porsche 993, Polar Silver

01-24-2006, 12:06 AM	#7 (permalink)
*midiwall* Sponsoring Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Seattleish, WA Posts: 9,078	Okay... If you have MM already installed, and SP2 is installed, then it should pop up on the optional software list when you go to the update site. hmmm... I think that one of my boxes should still have MM installed on it, so hang in there and lemme play a bit. I "know" I've actually done the upgrade before. double hmmm... One option on the MM2.1 download page is to order up a CD. That may be worthwhile in the long run, but lemme play for a bit. {insert Microsoft _argh_ here} __________________ ~ Mark '96 4Runner Limited S/C MI - 370cc injectors, Air! horns, Airaid MIT, ATS A-arms, 285/75/R16 BFG MTs, Bored TB, Brembo slotted, Cobra 75 WXST, Deckplate, Downey headers, Hayden cooler, IPT valve body, Level 10 torque convertor, Meanstreak exhaust, OME/OME rears, On-board PC (XM, Nav, WiFi, etc), Port 'n Polish, Remote Start, SAW fronts, Hilux console, SMT-5, Stubb's sliders, Supra MAF, TJM-17, 2.0" pulley, Viair 450c, Walbro 190, Weasy2k cams

01-24-2006, 02:09 AM	#8 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,077	I have always grabbed it via Windows updates with no problem by choosing "software" or something in the update list. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro

01-24-2006, 06:13 AM	#9 (permalink)
*midiwall* Sponsoring Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Seattleish, WA Posts: 9,078	AHHHH-HAH! Man that was complicated... I really don't understand MS sometimes. Okay, reading the fine print at the "2.1 download" link I posted above, you'll see that it says: "Movie Maker 2.1 is available for download with Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)." Notice the wording.... "available for download *with* SP2". Yeup... sure 'nuff. You installed SP2, right? Fire up MM like you always have, then check Help \| About and I'll bet you see "Movie Maker v2.1.4026.0". sigh... yeah... it got me too. __________________ ~ Mark '96 4Runner Limited S/C MI - 370cc injectors, Air! horns, Airaid MIT, ATS A-arms, 285/75/R16 BFG MTs, Bored TB, Brembo slotted, Cobra 75 WXST, Deckplate, Downey headers, Hayden cooler, IPT valve body, Level 10 torque convertor, Meanstreak exhaust, OME/OME rears, On-board PC (XM, Nav, WiFi, etc), Port 'n Polish, Remote Start, SAW fronts, Hilux console, SMT-5, Stubb's sliders, Supra MAF, TJM-17, 2.0" pulley, Viair 450c, Walbro 190, Weasy2k cams

01-24-2006, 06:14 AM	#10 (permalink)
Churnd Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 4,093	Weird. Andreas, make sure you download all the critical updates from the MS update site by using the "Express" button when you get there. I think there may be one or two updates right after SP2 (one is an updated windows installer) that may or may not affect your ability to update MM. Either way, you need those patches anyway so go ahead and get 'em. Once you do that, go back to the Windows update site, and choose "Custom". It'll say you don't have any critical updates, but if you look over to the left side of the screen, you'll see the optional software and hardware driver updates available. It's going to be in software (obviously). If it's not, are you sure you don't already have the updated version? EDIT: I see Mark just found the answer. Cool stuff. You really should go ahead and finish off those updates though... __________________ -Chris If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough. Click here to search! My Website Last edited by Churnd; 01-24-2006 at 06:15 AM.

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