I have a few problems with my Genius SW 5.1 audio system: 1. When I listen to music static begins, and only after I smack my pc it stops, I've also tried to move the green cable that usually resolves the problem for a while, but it always reapears. 2. I can't get the damn thing to run in 5.1 mode, I use a Genius Soundmaker Value 5.1, and its kinda crappy. But it is the only thing I've got for the momment. Same thing happens if I try to use the onboard sound, I have an Abit KD7-A mobo with Realtec AC'97. I really don't know WTF is the problem with it. I've tried the soundsystem at a friend that owns a Creative sound card and it worked perfectely in 5.1. The main problem is that the 2 front speakers don't work at all on my soundcard. I really haven't got a clue on what to do... so plz ppl help me. P.S. wich of the sound devices should I use?
You should only have one sound device running on your comp at a time, so disable the onboard first. If that doesn't resolve the problem, get a pair of headphones that you know works and see if there is still static. It sounds like a dodgy connection from the cables end.
