Webcam knocked out the sound?

[wwwigz]

I tried to install a webcam, and just as the installation was about to complete, the computer just restarted instantly.
Now, whenever I try to boot a program that uses sound to run, it won't boot, errors (susually a sound error, when trying Eindows media player, I get the error code: 0xc00d11ba Condition 0x00000000) and crashes the program.

I've tried to remove and reinstall the 'soundcard' drivers supplied, (A onboard? realtec A97) but again, when installing, it errors, and I get the error code: updatedriverforplugandplaydevices (this is inthe top of the window bar) and the code: -536870397

I have also reinstalled Direct X - but nothing has worked.

Has anyone any ideas?

Im not sure what else I can try.

Many thanks in advance, and a Merry Xmas!

 

[stduc]

Try restoring back to a restore point made before installing the webcam.

Are the drivers for the webcam digitally signed?

 

[linney]

What brand, model, etc. is the Webcam? Are there any updated drivers or patches from the manufacturer?

Is that webcam compatible with XP?

Are there any errors listed in the Device Manager, or the Event Viewer?

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