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Computer Does Not Start with Digital Sound System 80 Speakers

Article ID: 191706

Article Last Modified on 7/25/2001

Microsoft Digital Sound System 80 1.0 Standard Edition

This article was previously published under Q191706

SYMPTOMS

When you turn on a computer with the Microsoft Digital Sound System 80 speakers attached, the computer may not start.

CAUSE

This behavior can occur if the computer's BIOS settings prevent the computer from responding correctly to signals from the Digital Sound System 80 during the Power On Self Test (POST).

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, contact your computer manufacturer to inquire about how to obtain and install an updated version of the BIOS.

To work around this issue, disconnect the USB cable from your computer and the Digital Sound System 80, and then connect the speakers to a sound card and use them in analog mode.

MORE INFORMATION

The third-party products that are discussed in this article are manufactured by companies that are independent of Microsoft. Microsoft makes no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding the performance or reliability of these products.

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