If you are managing multiple devices or need a command-line method, you can use the Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tool to install the Media Feature Pack. This is also useful in environments where the Settings app may be restricted, such as with System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM). To do so, run the following command in an elevated Command Prompt or PowerShell:

The new pack delivers a 100% functional media stack.

According to Microsoft's official Media Feature Pack list for Windows N editions, the following specific packs are for :

Sometimes, the installation might fail with error codes like 0x800f0950 or 0x800f0954 . Here is how to fix the most common errors: Check Your Internet Connection

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: Apps like Skype , Voice Recorder , and Groove Music will be missing or broken.

: You won't be able to play various file types (MPEG, AAC, H.264, etc.) in the browser or via standard players.

If you are running or Windows 10 KN editions, you have likely encountered a frustrating limitation: the inability to play common media files or use certain communication apps out of the box. Microsoft just released a new update to solve this problem for the latest version of the OS— Windows 10 Version 22H2 .

While the process is straightforward, many users have reported issues. The most common problems and their solutions are detailed below.

Here’s what’s new, what’s included, and why you need this update.