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The tag zero sound on WindowsForum.com covers troubleshooting cases where audio output is completely absent despite software indicating playback activity. A recurring example involves Creative Audigy 2 ZS Platinum sound cards after upgrading from Windows XP to Windows 7 x64. Users report that media players show volume movement and progress bars advancing, yet no sound is heard from any program or system alert. Issues often stem from driver incompatibility or Windows failing to detect the sound card initially. Solutions discussed include downloading compatible drivers from the manufacturer and resolving detection problems before addressing the zero sound symptom. The tag focuses on sound card hardware, driver conflicts, and audio configuration in Windows environments.
  1. Selky

    Windows 7 Zero Sound - Creative Audigy 2 ZS Platinum Card

    I just decided to format my XP computer and install Windows 7 (x64). I made no hardware changes. I went to the creative website, downloaded the compatible drivers for my card, installed them, ran through any updates..........and there is zero sound. If I try to play something in Media Player...
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    • 24bit audigy audio card compatibility computer creative detection drivers hardware installation media player platinum sound troubleshooting update windows 7 zero sound
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    • Forum: Windows Hardware
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