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How to make AC97 front audio work on VIA VT1708 audio codec?

1. Update the latest audio driver for VIA codec.

ftp://61.222.191.202/temp/fae/carter/v9200c.exe

2. For Windows XP system, Un-check the "Using Front Jack Detect" setting in VIA HD ADeck utility, then AC97's front audio will work properly.

3. For Windows 7 system, select the tool mark on left corner of VIA HD Audio Deck utility.

Then un-check "Enable front panel jack detection" and click OK.

AC97's front audio will work properly.