Region 2 DVD Problem

I have Lion 10.7.1 on my MacBook Pro. I want to view a Region 2 DVD. I insert the disc, but instead of getting a popup message asking if I want to change regions, it ejects the DVD. Is this something new in Lion? How do I change regions?

The forum you want to post in is this one.
How did you 'convert' your computer - using the built in Region Code changer (which allows five changes) or via another method? Did you try the disc in another player - it could be faulty.
VLC Media Player is a 3rd party standalone player that supports most formats, including DVD. If this plays it ok, then you can at least rule out a physical problem with your disc drive.
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