In my computer i had virus i booted the C drive the has gone i have downloaded each and everything know my question is my speaker are not making any sound and volume control box is not opening there is written there are no active mixer available to install it go to control panel click printer and other hardware and then click add hardware now i have done all the steps but i am not understanding what to do would you help me in this?

For a PC, I would use the recovery disk and start all over again. The recovery disk will erase your entire hard drive and load and install all the original programs that came on the computer. Then you will need to reinstall any other programs and updates.

For a Mac, I'd go to the nearest Apple store and ask them what to do.

In general, after a complete install, you need to install the drivers for your sound card and your printers. The printer driver is usually available on a CD with a setup macro. The sound card driver depends on your computer. If it is a lap-top, they are usually pre-installed with the recovery CD/DVD. If it is a desk-top, it usually comes with a driver installation CD. If you don't have it any more, all is not lost. Look up the user manual and find out the model of the sound-card and download on Internet the required driver.

Yes, it is a pain to do a complete install. It is less trouble, but more expensive, to install anti-virus software once you get everything goin.

Eshelman

Of course, I'll be happy to help you with this issue. Based on the information you provided, it seems that after removing a virus from your computer, your speakers are not producing any sound and the volume control box is not opening properly. According to the message you received, it suggests going to the Control Panel, specifically Printer and Other Hardware, and then clicking on Add Hardware.

To troubleshoot this problem, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Start menu and click on the Control Panel option.
2. In the Control Panel window, find and click on the category labeled "Printer and Other Hardware."
3. Look for an option within "Printer and Other Hardware" that says "Add Hardware" and click on it. This will open the Add Hardware Wizard.
4. The Add Hardware Wizard will guide you through the process of detecting and installing any new hardware devices. Follow the instructions provided by the wizard.
5. If the wizard successfully detects your speakers or any other audio devices, it will guide you through the installation process. Follow the prompts and instructions to complete the installation.
6. Once the installation is complete, restart your computer to ensure that the changes take effect.

If, after following these steps, your speakers are still not producing sound and the volume control box is not appearing, there may be an issue with your audio drivers. To resolve this, you can try the following:

1. Go to the Start menu and type "Device Manager," then click on the Device Manager option that appears in the search results.
2. In the Device Manager window, look for the "Sound, video, and game controllers" category and expand it by clicking on the arrow next to it.
3. Right-click on your audio device and select "Uninstall." Confirm the uninstallation if prompted.
4. After the driver has been uninstalled, restart your computer. Windows will automatically reinstall the audio driver during the system startup.
5. Once your computer has restarted, check if your speakers are now working properly and if the volume control box is accessible.

If the issue persists, you can try downloading and installing the latest audio drivers from the website of your computer or sound card manufacturer. Look for the downloads or support section on their website, and locate the appropriate audio driver for your specific computer model and operating system. Download and install the driver following the provided instructions.

Remember, it's always a good idea to have a backup of your important files and consider running antivirus software to ensure your computer is protected against future threats.