[Stakeouttoo]

go here to Gateway http://support.gateway.com/support/d...s=Windows%20XP

Motherboard - install the intel chipset - then RESTART your comp

audio 1 onboard and 1 sound card

I/O plate - Soundmax
Expansion slot - Sound Blaster
example of slots http://www.overclockeddoc.com/bookwo...0io%20slot.JPG

Set a System Restore Point before installing EACH Driver just in case
Start / All Programs / Accessories / System Tools / System Restore – click radio button Create a restore point and follow instructions

did as you said.. d/l and installed the new INTEL chipset from the Gateway site.. still exactly the same problem... NO SOUND

any other suggestions are welcomed.. thanx