Or maybe just skip that start up animation?
If you launch Media Center from a desktop shortcut, simply right-hit the icon and choose “Properties.”
A small padlock will appear in the top right corner next to the time.
RTL ModeIf you prefer to look at things from right to left, you may enjoy RTL mode.
/rtl
This switch essentially flips the direction of everything in Media Center.
Open in the Video LibraryStart directly in the Video Library in Full Screen mode with this switch.
It opens Media Center in the Music Library in Full Screen mode.
/directmedia:music
Play Your Music at StartupStart your music collection playing on startup with this switch.
/playallmusic
If you’d rather start up to only your favorite songs, try this switch instead.
/playfavmusic
Play Music with a SlideshowStart off Media Center with a slideshow accompanied by your music.
/playslideshowwithmusic
Or play the slideshow with only your favorite music.
/playfavslideshowwithmusic
Start with Just a SlideshowIf you prefer only a slideshow on startup, try this switch.
/playslideshow
Or a slideshow of just your favorites.
/playfavslideshow
ConclusionSome of these switches will help you customize your Windows 7 Media Center experience to your liking.
Others may simply be more interesting than useful.