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.

Startup Customizations for Media Center in Windows 7

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.

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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.

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/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.

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/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.

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