I installed a new Soundblaster soundcard and installed the associated software. This not only corrupted a bunch of my files, it also prevented my old sound card from working. I removed all the software and hardware, restored my computer to an earlier date and reinstalled my old soundcard. All seems to be fine except for the fact that my sound doesn't work. When I try to play an audio file the following message appears:

Bad DirectSuond driver. Please install proper drivers or select another device in configuration. Error code: 88780078.

Please note I have tried to update the driver information through several different ways but yet have no luck. I have also tried intalling the sound card in various ports, but still no luck. If anyone has any suggestions to help me get sound working again it would be greatly appreciated.

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