Got the answer....
Soundmax requires its speakers to be "powered" so I went out and bought a new set--works fine now...Good sound too.




Quote Originally Posted by NooNoo
Welcome to Windrivers horns!
Are the speakers powered?
What are you using to listen to a cd?
Have you tried headphones where the speaker is plugged in?
Have you been to dell to see if there is a driver update?