How do you link the xbox 360 to the pc?

How to Link XBox 360 to a PC

• Answer:

  The Xbox 360 is a powerful console with the ability to link to any PC that has Windows Media Center. Linking the two machines allows you to watch videos, listen to music, view photos and watch television through Windows Media Center. As with most new consoles, Microsoft has made linking your PC and Xbox 360 a simple process. Difficulty: Easy Things You'll Need Ethernet cable Xbox 360 Windows Media Center Instructions Connect the Ethernet cord from your Xbox 360 to your PC. Find the Windows Media Center button under the "Media" blade on your Xbox 360 dashboard and press "A" to select it. Your Xbox 360 will issue you an eight-digit code. Open Windows Media Center on your PC. Be sure that you have the latest version, otherwise you may not be able to connect to the Xbox 360. Follow the prompts on your PC. Click "Next" through the first five screens, which are the introduction, license agreement, Windows Media Connect installation, settings and power mode options. The sixth prompt asks for the eight-digit code given by your Xbox 360. Enter it. Tips & Warnings Tip: After entering the eight-digit code, your computer may require modifications of your specific firewall settings to allow the PC to communicate with the Xbox 360. Every firewall or virus protection program is different and must be manually configured. Instructions for configuring these settings can be found on Microsoft.com.