Not a computer problem... DVD player

Originally Posted by Luxo

Some DVDs have a region changer function, but it usually lasts for 5 changes only. After that it locks up and you can never do it again.

You can always get a util or firmware that's region free (like AnyDVD, just crack the thing and you'll be able to play DVDs from anywhere). Also there are ways to reset the Windows/DVD-ROM region change count.

Jam it back in, in the dark.

Originally Posted by Luxo

But these ways involve the possibility of bricking your DVD, so I guess they shouldn't be used unless necessary.

Actually I got this utility (link broken) and changed the region mode with no fuss and no breakdowns (my DVD-ROM was a Sony DDU1613).

Be warned don't use this utility unless you have the exact DVD drive this utility was built to use. I listed it for reference purposes only.

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