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If your primary goal is media streaming functionality (rather than just local playback), you may also need the Windows Server Essentials Media Pack . This pack enables streaming for the role on Standard and Datacenter editions. Troubleshooting & Common Issues Windows Server Essentials Media Pack - Microsoft

Open and click on Manage > Add Roles and Features . Click Next until you reach the Features page. If your primary goal is media streaming functionality

Scroll down to find and expand it. Check the box for Desktop Experience . If your primary goal is media streaming functionality

Type the following command and press Enter: Install-WindowsFeature Desktop-Experience Once the process finishes, restart your server. Essential Media Pack for Streaming If your primary goal is media streaming functionality