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iCloud for Windows and Media Feature Pack on Windows 11 [N version of Windows?!]

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kiddingguy

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Apparently, iCloud on Windows (via Microsoft Store) had an update, and now it's asking for a Media Feature Pack for N-versions of Windows.

 

But... I don't have any. I'm running Windows 11 Pro.

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The help-file of Apple states to 'Turn on Windows Media Player' from the old Control Panel, but this box has been ticked on on.

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Plus is already added via System > Optional features as suggested by Microsoft:

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What to do to make this message disappear?

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On 12/06/2024 at 01:56, kiddingguy said:

Apparently, iCloud on Windows (via Microsoft Store) had an update, and now it's asking for a Media Feature Pack for N-versions of Windows.

 

But... I don't have any. I'm running Windows 11 Pro.

image.png.9d4ceb025ff1058959212b5550fbc3d5.png

The help-file of Apple states to 'Turn on Windows Media Player' from the old Control Panel, but this box has been ticked on on.

image.png.2d401ff4438280c45b99c0320bd45038.png

 

Plus is already added via System > Optional features as suggested by Microsoft:

image.png.dc221491158d9270998832e3efebe875.png

 

What to do to make this message disappear?

Please note in System > Optional Features Windows Media Player ≠ Windows Media Feature Pack.

Something you may have luck with is using the powershell command "add-optionalfeature". When i get back to my desk i can write out the whole command.

Edit: the command i use to enable MFP during imaging is as follows:

get-windowscapability -online | where-object -property name -like "Media.MediaFeaturePack" | add-windowscapability -online

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you could try downloading and installing it from microsoft:-

 

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/mediafeaturepack

or via powershell 

Get-WindowsCapability -online | Where-Object -Property name -like "*media*" | Add-WindowsCapability -Online

 

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On 12/06/2024 at 15:12, TheReaperMan said:

you could try downloading and installing it from microsoft:-

 

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/mediafeaturepack

or via powershell 

Get-WindowsCapability -online | Where-Object -Property name -like "*media*" | Add-WindowsCapability -Online

 

Thx. Kinda funny that on other W11 computer I don't get this message. With - as it seems - the same MS Store version of iCloud :wacko:

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On 12/06/2024 at 15:12, TheReaperMan said:

you could try downloading and installing it from microsoft:-

 

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/mediafeaturepack

or via powershell 

Get-WindowsCapability -online | Where-Object -Property name -like "*media*" | Add-WindowsCapability -Online

 

The regular download-link gives:

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And the PowerShell command doens't do anything. Even after a restart.

Is this a bug of some kind?? Can I just ignore this?

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On 12/06/2024 at 20:43, kiddingguy said:

The regular download-link gives:

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And the PowerShell command doens't do anything. Even after a restart.

Is this a bug of some kind?? Can I just ignore this?

That just means you already have it installed or it is not for the version of windows you have.

Could it be a bug or an issue with the store version of iCloud. I have had similar issues with software in the past and had to install the non windows store version.

 

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Here's how to get things working:

Check your Windows version: Open Settings > System > About. Look for "Windows 11 Home N" or "Windows 11 Pro N" to confirm it's an N version.

Install Media Feature Pack:

Go to [Microsoft website for Media Feature Pack] (search for "Media Feature Pack for N versions of Windows 11").

Download and install the appropriate version (32-bit or 64-bit) depending on your system.

Restart your computer.

Download and install iCloud for Windows: Head over to [Apple iCloud for Windows download page] and download the installer.

If you're not using an N version of Windows 11:

Great news! You don't need the Media Feature Pack. Simply download and install iCloud for Windows directly from Apple's website.

Bonus tip: If you encounter issues with iCloud after installing the Media Feature Pack, try enabling the "Windows Media Player (legacy)" option within the Media Features section in Settings > Apps & features > Optional features > Add an optional feature.

By following these steps, you should be able to get iCloud for Windows up and running smoothly on your Windows 11 system, regardless of whether it's an N version or not.

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On 13/06/2024 at 09:18, kiddingguy said:

For some apparent strange thing… the download message disappeared. Don’t know if it’s intentional or by mistake?!

So the requirement has now disappeared and you are able to install icloud?

Maybe it required a reboot for it to confirm it had been installed 

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kiddingguy

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It look like with the steps of https://discussions.apple.com/thread/255535372?answerId=260360435022&sortBy=best#260360435022 it worked. For now.

Plus installing the:

* VP9 Video Extensions
* Web Media Extensions
* HEIF Image Extensions
* HEVC Video Extensions [paid]

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