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Zune HD: How to Sync Device with a Mac

contributed by Rob Rogers on January 10, 2011 under Apple Mac, Zune

Here’s how to sync your Zune HD with an Mac, no virtualization, no other computers necessary. A huge bonus is that you can sync your device to your iTunes library (excluding DRM protected media).

How to Install the Zune Software on Windows Server 2008

contributed by Rob Rogers on December 15, 2009 under Zune

If you try to install the Zune software on a machine running Windows Server 2008 or Windows Server 2008 R2, you will soon find out that it is an unsupported operating system. There’s a simple way around this.

Zune 4.0 – Installing Zune software without checking for windows updates or without an internet connection

contributed by Jimmy Selix on November 24, 2009 under Zune

Microsoft’s Zune software is a very good media player and the latest 4.0 update really adds some nice features. However, as with most Microsoft products, the Zune installer will check to see if your Windows Updates are enabled and then continue installing. This check prevents corporate or offline users the ability to install the new Zune 4.0 software.

Zune HD: Internet Browser Tips

contributed by Rob Rogers on September 30, 2009 under Zune

The Zune HD comes with its own web browser for surfing the internet when the device is connected to a wireless network. The fullscreen browser is based on Internet Explorer Mobile 6 and offers multitouch functionality. Here are some tips for using your Zune HD for surfing the web.

Zune HD: How To Reinstall Device Firmware Without Deleting Content

contributed by Rob Rogers on September 28, 2009 under Zune

If your Zune HD is frequently having issues or coughing up nasty errors, it may need the firmware reinstalled. By using this method, you can reinstall the firmware without deleting your current content.

Zune HD: How To Reset The Accelerometer

contributed by Rob Rogers on September 26, 2009 under Zune

When you use the web browser or view images, the Zune HD changes the display from portrait to landscape when the player is rotated. If the device fails to change the display orientation, the accelerometer needs to be reset. This can be done by following a few simple steps.

Zune HD: How To Restart The Device

contributed by Rob Rogers on under Zune

If your Zune HD locks up or fails to respond, you will need to restart your device. This should also be tried if you receive error messages about missing items or when an application fails to perform correctly.

Zune HD: How to Pin Media, Apps, Radio Presets and Bookmarked Favorites to Quickplay

contributed by Rob Rogers on September 25, 2009 under Zune

Tapping the background on the homescreen will bring up Quickplay. Quickplay allows you quick access to radio stations, apps, music, video, pictures and even bookmarked sites.