A compatible version of the MPEG-2 Playback Component is required for use with QuickTime 6.4 or later on Mac OS X and QuickTime 7.0.4 or later on any Intel-based Macs. If you purchased the MPEG-2 Playback Component from the Apple Store online or received it with Final Cut Pro or DVD Studio Pro or Final Cut Studio, you are eligible to receive the new version for free. Based upon how you received your copy of the MPEG-2 Playback Component, please follow the appropriate directions below to receive the updated software.

Apple Store Customers

If you purchased your MPEG-2 Playback Component from the Apple Store, follow these instructions to download the update:

1. Visit the Apple Store.
2. Click “Your Account” in the store menu bar at the top of the page.
3. After entering your Apple ID and password, click “Downloadable Software Purchases” where you will see a link to the QuickTime MPEG-2 Playback Component.
4. Click the link to download and install the version labeled "6.4 and later & Intel Macs."

If you are not in the United States, choose your country’s Apple Store from the drop down menu at the bottom of the page.