I would check the bios 

at boot:

press and hold F! OR F2 Or DEL Or F10 key
check if mb audio is enabled.

Before you install sound you need to identfy the audio chip on your MB.

Commonly used are Realtek, CMI,and Analog devices Sound Max.

Usefulf freeware software like older versions of Everest.  Avalable from:

http://www.softpedia.com//progDownload/Everest-Home-Edition-Download-16369.html#download_locations

Christopher C. Charles
http://drpcdr.ca
416 398 3772


> -----Original Message-----
> From: [log in to unmask]
> Sent: Fri, 22 Feb 2008 20:39:05 +0000
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: [PCBUILD] No sound on XP Pro after reload
> 
> I have a desktop PC based on the AMD 64 processor running at up to 2.4
> mhz (2.0) 3000+ with .5 gb memory and about 720gb disk.  This is the
> second time I have had to format and reload XP Pro Sp2 due to the same
> virus.None of the programs could find it.  It snuck in past Mcafee.
> I did find the cpu fan not working so replaced that and ordered 2gb of
> memory at the same time..  Memory did not fit.  I had to remove, reload
> software,  and replace wireless boad
> After the reload I had no sound.  Checked all the normal stuff and it was
> ok, Device manager showed some abnormality so I deleted and reloaded all
> associated drivers.
> Since I had opened the case I carefully checked to see if I had disturbed
> a jumper or connector but did not find anything.
> Right now I am seriously considering just going out and buying a new
> computer but thought I would give you a try.
> I think somehow sound is turned off but I can't find the switch.
> Thanks
> 
> --
> David
> 
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