I have no problem controlling an XP box in my basement using Remote Desktop from a laptop.
But as soon as I start up XBMC, it opens in a window, but then immediately closes again, never getting to the XBMC logo.
Any idea why?
If I recall correctly, XBMC will not work using Remote Desktop. Especially in full-screen mode. You'll need to switch to VNC or something else like that. Also be aware when using VNC, that in true full-screen mode the XBMC window will just show a black screen. You'll need to switch to windowed full-screen mode (look in setup) or just windowed.
You may find XBMC works in a TS session if you enable the setting "Use a fullscreen window instead of true fullscreen". However XBMC is not supported when running through RDP.
JR
thanks for the responses.
I'll try VNC.
rcman34 Wrote:thanks for the responses.
I'll try VNC.
Yep. VNC is the solution, just need to hit '\' to exit xbmc fullscreen so you can drive it. That's what I use to make my changes remotely.