Microsoft later attributed the problem to the zunes internal clock driver, which didnt know how. After the death of my beloved zune 80 i decided to pick up a zune hd. Online copies of the zune player and zune hd player product manuals. Then swipe your finger across the screen to unlock the player. When the zunes clock is accessed, the driver turns the number of days. A free firmware update added the new software features to the original zune 30, and was released on november, 2007. Immediately after releasing the buttons in step 2, press and hold the following combination of buttons, depending on the model of zune. By the summer of 2009, just before microsoft put out the zune hd, the device accounted for just 2 percent of the musicplayer market. Microsofts zune was a portable media player that was first launched in november 2006. Some stores like walmart already have the zune hd, but unfortunately people cant use it yet because they need to download the zune 4. After countless 30gb zunes froze up on new years eve, users spent the first morning of 2009 trying to chip away at the problem, with mixed results. Use this control to limit the display of threads to those newer than the specified time frame.
Im just curious if anyone has had any success running zune software on ubuntu, either with wine or some other software. The bug is an interesting one, if only because all the details, including the source code, immediately came to light. Were aware of the problem and are working to correct it. Legal issue, trolling, hate speech, offensivethreatening language, copyright, spam, other. This may cause errors when attempting to stream or download content or update the service. It was a direct competitor with apples ipod touch series of mobile devices. Sep 14, 2009 microsoft recently released their new zune 4. It was initially released in 16 and 32 gb capacities.
Use internet explorer if you have trouble doing this or the zune software nevertheless fails to install, continue onto the alternate solution. This is video of the zune 80 having trouble getting a firmware update applied. Dec 23, 2009 this is how i fixed my 30gb zune 1st generation. If you get a zune hd youll need to download this software in order to use it. I turn off the zune software before i do the troubleshooting, and when i open the zune software, it is connected to my zune for a couple seconds, and then when it disconnects, my zune needs troubleshooting again. The flaw that made zunes freeze has been tracked down, it seems, to a piece of. Its not a frozen zune like other people have experienced. Its a separate menu on the zune and in the devices pc software, and even if you have. Example, in vista, if i decided i didnt want the zune software to watch a folder for videosphotos, etc.
We have owned the first generation zune since 2007and the zune hd since 2009 with no problems until this. The problem appears restricted to firstgeneration 30gb zune players. Last week i found a thrifted zune, realized my partner would love to use it, and came to your community looking for support in. The zune experience is centered around connection connection to your library, friends, community, and other zunes. To install the zune software, install microsoft update first. The zune 80 came bundled with a usb connection cord and premium headphones.
Microsoft issues workaround for zune freeze slashdot. Upgrading a thrifted 30gb zune hello again, r zune. Unknowingfool writes as a followup to the zune new years eve meltdown, microsoft has issued a workaround for what some users have correctly guessed was a bug caused by a leap year. Its powered by software that allows users to manage files on the player, rip audio cds, and buy from a wide selection of music and videos at the zune marketplace. Note as of 15 november 2015, the zune service has been discontinued. The next night i connected it back to pc to load some pics. Jan 01, 2009 many zune owners successfully revived their failed music players thursday morning, while others were still unable to overcome a leap yearrelated glitch that caused thousands of the devices to. For now, i present the list of 10 things microsoft did right in 2009 in no order of importance. The new zune software is fully windows 7 optimized as youd expect. A timerelated bug affected one version of microsofts media player zune. If microsoft sticks to an extremely aggressive software update release, it can turn the zune into a killer product.
I was having the same problem, every time i plugged in my zune it would say update needed so i said okay than it said that it needed the microsoft update, i have no idea what to do and the zune software is not putting. Ballmer was revealing that the software used on the zune was ready to be. This is a list of all versions of the zune software that were released the 1. If your zune is not updating automatically you can go to device player update in the zune software and install the update. I have had problems getting the zune software on my new laptop. Note as of november 15, 2015, the zune service has been discontinued. Connect your zune to either a usb port on the back or your computer or to ac power using the zune ac. Faulty software has crippled 30gb first generation versions of the microsoft.
On the pc, the zune software streams files to other pcs, the xbox 360, and other compatible devices. The zune software runs only on 32bit windows xp or 32bit64bit, windows vista, windows 7. Hopefully when the zune hd comes out this fall i will be able to get it. It includes some thoughts on what led to a failed endeavor in business. If they wait for months to make modest improvements and limp out a handful of new zune players next year, theyll toss money down a bottomless pit. Next, connect your zune to your computer via the usb cable and run the zune software on your computer. Microsoft says leap year bug caused zune failures techhive. The new software also allowed a zune device to communicate with other zune devices to share pictures and songs. The software giant goes back to its roots with its new multiplatform hd portable media player. I honestly dont care about either of the touchpad players but what i do care about is the new software. This is a list of all versions of the zune software that were released. In his bits blog on the new york times site thursday, saul hansell mistakenly says that ipod users wont switch to a zune.
The day the microsoft zunes stood still the new york times. If your zune hd will not turn on after plugging it into your computer then you need to restart the device. I am definitely connected to the internet and i am able to sign into the zune software etc. A leap year clock bug has affected microsofts zune digital media player. If microsofts new zune hd can win this guys heart back, it might have a chance after all. As far as the ms website goes and whatever drivers i installed through the 4. By the summer of 2009, just before microsoft put out the zune hd, the. Jan 02, 2009 everyone wit a 30 gb zune had this problem. Oct 07, 2009 similarly, the freshly revised zune 4.
As many of you probably already know, the new zune software and firmware update is now available. Problem is, i have 315 artists not many i know but its becoming slower and slower to load. The new software also allows a zune to communicate with other zunes to share pictures and songs. Its integration with windows for creating new folderstagging music. Weve been trying to get our new wp7 working and have been hung up on the installation of zune. Use the zune software to access zune marketplace from your computer. At the time, microsoft mentioned that it would be phasing. Delete the players content using the zune software go to settings. Tried several different times to charge each resulting in nothing. To get your zune software to detect your zune, you may have to install a new device driver on your computer. Firstgeneration zunesthose with 30gigabyte disk driveswent silent everywhere on december 31. Microsoft that has posted instructions on how to start the new year off with a working digital music player. The problem was caused by the zunes internal clock and its inability to handle leap years, according to. The first zune was an interesting device, but it was not sexy and didnt have any real edge over the ipod, except in two areas.
While there are adequate portable media players from the likes of creative, archos, etc. Dec 15, 2008 windows update is the default updater, while microsoft update is a new updater that can update more than just windows. Sep 17, 2009 microsoft has made some decent changes to its zune software, but while the headliners like smart dj and a new zune hdstyle quickplay home screen might grab all the attention, were most. While some sporadic problems with any new device are to be expected, weve had a few reports of problems with the latest zunes and the latest zune software. Order a call back on all 30 gb zunes and install new software. But now that ive upgraded to win7, it controls what media is added to my zune library. Best replacement software to switch from zune software. Download zune player and zune hd player product manuals.
The 2009 zune guide has been released by, a leading zune enthusiast site. Sep 22, 2009 i loved the zune software in vista, i had complete control over my media with no surprises. Steven smith got known as the zune tattoo guy for getting the logo of microsofts music player inked. The microsoft download manager solves these potential problems. You must log on to the computer as an administrator to be able to perform a clean boot. The software will automatically look for a new version of the zune player software. Therefore, i need to use the zune software to sync music and photos with my laptop. How one of the biggest flops in tech history helped. To unlock your zune hd, press the onoff button located on the the top of the zune hd device to turn it on. The zune software also connects with the zune social and keeps track of files swapped with other users. Heres my problems in zune software, i cant login to the marketplacesocial in twhirl a twitter client i cant login to receive my feeds in picasa a photo managing software i cant login. Software doesnt recognize zune when plugged in, driver.
My big problems started when i updated my zune software to v4. Microsoft plague threatens 30gb zune extinction the register. Jul 25, 2009 zune software bust by dyakin jul 25, 2009 11. They have also revamped the zune marketplace software and is better integrated with media center to enable the synchronization of recorded video content.
Microsoft has posted an official fix for failing 30gb zunes. New user interface on both the zune device and the zune software. You may also troubleshoot or determine what conflict is causing the problem by performing a clean boot. Unfortunately, i cant seem to move on from the zune comp software because its so simple and it just works the exact way i want it. Ive tried updating the driver but it says that its up to date. I dont really have much make that any experience with wine, so im also wondering if its even worth my time to try. This helps eliminate software conflicts that occur when you install a program or an update or when you run a program in windows.
Receive additional channels from your local stations and get more of the content you love, including sports, news, and music, in various genres and formats. Best replacement software to switch from zune software ive recently moved on from the zune hardware for lossless audio purposes and, eventually, windows 10. Jan 03, 2009 i have had a zune for the past year now and i am loving every bit of it. Its powered by software that allows users to manage files on the player, rip audio cds, and buy from a wide selection of music and videos at the zune.
Jun 28, 2017 it includes some thoughts on what led to a failed endeavor in business. For the complete announcement for todays release, see this press release link coming soon or see this post by my zune pal brian seitz over on zune insider. Download zune player and zune hd player product manuals from official microsoft download center. Hi, i own a nokia lumia 800, powered with windows phone 7. I understand that the zune player only works and is recognized by the zune software when connecting it to my pc. Jun 21, 2009 i was looking for a new media player, since i started having problems with itunes and decided to check out the zune software, not expecting to stick with it, but i have to say i am extremely. Although it is currently in the rapair shop i still use the software. Im more asking out of curiosity, rather than a real need to get the zune software working. Microsofts official fix for failing zunes techhive. Zune 80gb problems error code c00d124d rapid repair.
Zune support c00d11cd software and installation error. I have two other problems trying to install ituens and adobe reader 9. Microsoft does not ship the zune hd with any software installed on it. Microsoft introduces a powerful new zune media player, pc. When they did the upgrade they lacked any finesse in the software while zune. Some other features not mentioned in this video of the zune 4.
Wait until after noon gmt on january 1, 2009 thats 7 a. Itll just restart over and over and it wont boot up. The cause was soon traced to calendrical code in the devices firmware. Going back to the days of dragging and dropping folders and manually managing a music collection is a big step backwards in my opinion. The zune fix outlined below will work at 7am et january 1, 2009. Zune users are calling micorosoft screwup zune 2k9, a reference to the y2k bug. After that, youll have to make sure your zune firmware is updated to version 3. Microsoft says it will also issue a fix for the device so that this problem wont reoccur the next leap year. Would really like to see how it compares to the ipod touch. A year ticks over, and zunes get the hiccups the new york times. Technology microsoft zune affected by bug bbc news. Last week i found a thrifted zune, realized my partner would love to use it, and came to your community looking for support in getting it working as well as possible. The new zune hd gives you access to many local hd radio stations with crystalclear digital sound at no extra cost. Chowdhry claims that the companys new centerpiece will combine the best.
I had been excited about it until after i downgraded to it. The new zune hd touchscreen media player is now available at retail, and a powerful update to the zune pc software is free for download. Zune articles, fixes and updates microsoft knowledge base. To recover from the problem, let the zune drain the batteries and restart it after noon on january 1, 2009. The zune hd was a portable media player in the zune product family released on september 15, 2009 by microsoft.
Zune marketplace is the entertainment superstore that never closes where you can browse music, movies, videos, and podcasts whenever you like, with brand new releases every week. Zune problems guys i cant use my zune software it keeps saying a problem has occured and zune software must close. If you have the zune 4 gb, zune 8 gb, the zune 16gb, the zune 80 gb or 120 gb zune, immediately press and hold the back button while pressing the zune filling and play pause button. Its one case to find the problem, but what if the solution to this global problem has no answer. I was not sure if anyone knows of a way around this or other. Zune 30gb fixsolution if it wont startboot up not frozen. The zune pass subscription is amazing as it allows you to download unlimited music to your player as long as you keep your subscription current and also gives you 10 song credits per month to purchase songs that are yours to keep. In contrast to apples strategy of not providing previous generation ipods with current generation firmware, microsoft will provide new zune software features for the 1st generation zunes. Sep 16, 2009 theyre still there, letting you share music and recommendations with your zuneusing pals assuming you have anybut perhaps the zune hd will sell well enough that zune fans wont feel so lonely.
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