you need to check that audio is [Enabled] in the BIOS
all commands are done using the keyboard
print off so you can follow
to enter BIOS press F2 key as soon as comp boots, the
Main menu opens
ftp://overclockeddoc.com/Asrock%20K7...1GX%20Main.JPG
use the right arrow key to select Advanced menu
ftp://overclockeddoc.com/Asrock%20K7...20Advanced.JPG
use down arrow key to select Peripheral Configuration - press Enter key
ftp://overclockeddoc.com/Asrock%20K7...p%20Config.JPG
AC97 audio should show Auto
if Disabled - use down arrow key to select
then + key to change to Auto or Enabled
press F10 key to Save & Exit
y key to accept changes
XP will load
install audio driver again
Don't forget the Restore Point