Can you import Video Frames to Layers if your video is larger than 1280x720?

I can import a video that is 1280x720 or smaller to layers, but can't import one larger than that or Photoshop freezes up. and then has to be force quit.  when i reopen it after force quiting, it immediately crashes and then when i reopen it and try to import any video in any way it gives me the error message "Could not complete the Video Frames to Layers command because the DynamicLink Media Server is not available." 

Amanda,
Welcome to the forum.
As pointed out, this forum is to discuss the Adobe Forums, themselves.
I will Move your post to the Photoshop>General Discussions Forum, where you will get quick response. Your link, and any e-mail subscriptions will follow along nicely.
Good luck,
Hunt
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