Trying to play an old game on XP and having error coming u..

A copy from my sound information :

Name Unimodem Half-Duplex Audio Device
Manufacturer Microsoft
Status OK
PNP Device ID MODEMWAVE\0\{8F393220-EC14-4A19-BF54-2BA8D2267293}
Driver c:\winnt\system32\drivers\modemcsa.sys (5.1.2600.0
(xpclient.010817-1148), 15.75 KB (16,128 bytes), 1/11/2002 11:39 AM)

Name SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio
Manufacturer Analog Devices, Inc.
Status OK
PNP Device ID PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2445&SUBSYS_500D107B&REV_05\3&61AAA01&0&FD
I/O Port 0x0000E800-0x0000E8FF
I/O Port 0x0000EF00-0x0000EF3F
IRQ Channel IRQ 17
Driver c:\winnt\system32\drivers\smwdm.sys (5.12.01.3513, 540.82 KB (553,800
bytes), 11/12/2001 2:28 PM)


It appears ours do not match. I guess we found the missing thing.
Apparently, i don't have some of the same info you have under yours. Not sure
why it is like that. That is probably the cause of why the game will not work
with my windows xp. Very odd how mine is different than yours. Why are they
different?


"Richard" wrote:

> [crossposted from XP help & support to XP.games]
>
> >>>>> "Gamer101" <Gamer101.DeleteThis@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> >>>>> news:0D19BE62-5AA5-4065-B3EC-B682C8BBF7F5@microsoft.com...
> >>>>> I am trying to play an older game on Windows XP. I am aware of the
> >>>>> "Compatibility" mode, and when i use it, only the error seems to
> >>>>> change. The error w/o compatibility does the following:
> >>>>>
> >>>>> Without Compatibility Mode turned on:
> >>>>> 1. I try to install the game thru it's install window it pops up.
> >>>>> 2. The game "install wizard" pops up, but instead of installing the
> >>>>> game, it tries to install a driver called "SoundMAX WMD Driver".
> >>>>> 3. It says it cannot find the driver, and tells me to restart the pc/
> >>>>> or boot it.
> >>>>>
> >>>>> With Compatibility Mode turned on:
> >>>>> 1. I try to install the game thru it's install window it auto-run
> >>>>> pops up.
> >>>>> 2. The game tries to install, but instead of the game installing, it
> >>>>> triest to install a driver called "SoundMAX WMD Driver."
> >>>>> 3. The error says im missing the file avg_dll (or one of it's
> >>>>> componenets).
> >>>>> Then it says to download the missing files or libraries it needs.
> >>>>>
> >>>>> Im no computer nerd, nor do i have no clue what is going on here.
> >>>>> All i know is i could play older games before on xp without problems,
> >>>>> now i got this problem. I do know how to check this driver, and i
> >>>>> think i have the most current one avaiable for my PC. It also
> >>>>> specifies in the "driver portfolio" that this device is "working
> >>>>> properly".
> >>>>>
> >>>>> Here is my OS also:
> >>>>>
> >>>>> OS: XP SP 3 (1.69 GHZ Pentium 4)
> >>>>> Video: Nvidia Ge6200
> >>>>> RAM: 1 gig
> >>>>> Memory: more than 70 gigs
> >>>>> Sound: SoundMAX Integrated Digital Sound
> >>>>>
> >>>>> Game Requirements:
> >>>>>
> >>>>> OS: Win 98/200 (225 Mhz Processor)
> >>>>> Ram: 225 MB
> >>>>> Video: Nividia 3000 or higher
> >>>>> Memory: 300 MB
> >>>>> Keyboard and mouse
> >>>>>
> >>>>> Now the game requires less than i got, but considering the game is
> >>>>> from 1999, it should theoretically work.
> >>>>> Note that on www.gamefaqs.com, people tell me it works fine on xp,
> >>>>> yet i am having this problem. Please HELP!
>
>
> >>>> "ju.c" wrote:
> >>>>
> >>>> What's the name of the game?
> >>>>
> >>>> ju.c
>
>
> >>> "Gamer101" <Gamer101.DeleteThis@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> >>> news:8C273F33-F5BF-40D8-82EE-242452515766@microsoft.com...
> >>> I don't see the relevance of the game name, but it is called
> >>> "Sepeterra Core"
> >>> I already asked people at www.gamefaqs.com, and most say this game
> >>> does work on windows xp, so this error must be mine only. Also, i
> >>> noticed after i tried installing this game again, it corrupted my
> >>> sound drivers. I had to uninstall and re-install them. My sound driver
> >>> is fine again, but im afraid of re-trying to install this game again.
> >>> And if your wondering, the company that made this game is no longer in
> >>> existance. If your gonna ask me to ask them...too bad, they no longer
> >>> exist. So im stuck asking on this board or www.gamefaqs.com
>
>
> >> "Richard" wrote:
> >>
> >> Relevance of the game name? How else can one Google for answers without
> >> knowing what to Google for?
> >>
> >>>>> it tries to install a driver called "SoundMAX WMD Driver".
> >>
> >> That should be WDM, not WMD.
> >> C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\SMWDM.SYS
> >>
> >>> "Sepeterra Core"
> >>
> >> That should be Septerra Core. (Septerra = 7th Earth [7 continents])
> >>
> >> Septerra Core - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
> >> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Septerra_Core
> >>
> >> Click Start, click Run, type or paste next line and press Enter:
> >> DXDIAG
> >>
> >> Use that diagnostic to insure that your system is working properly.
> >> (If you change anything, take notes so you can undo mistakes.
> >>
> >> Version 1.04 is supposed to be compatible with Windows XP.
> >> It is available at the official website:
> >> http://valkyriestudios.com/Septerra
> >>
> >> On that index page, hold shift key and click fsa.htm for answers to
> >> frequently asked questions about Septerra. Right click and click Save
> >> Target As, to save Septerra104.zip to disk, etc.
> >>
> >> (You're welcome.
> >> --Richard
>
>
> >"Gamer101" <Gamer101.DeleteThis@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > news:2430C9CB-F9E4-439F-B4D0-765ABB5B7B59@microsoft.com...
> > Umm sounds good. Sorry about the other post. I was really getting
> > frustrated trying to get this game to work. I actually tried using the
> > 1.4 patch, but i try it again. If it works, i come back and say this
> > post was helpful. If not, i be back on here again. Anyways, thanks for
> > the help. I try this out.
>
>
> >"Gamer101" <Gamer101.DeleteThis@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > news:191E8E4E-D4DB-45CC-BA64-5F13A54841CC@microsoft.com...
> > I tried installing the game, but i still get this error:
> >
> > "SoundMAX WDM is not installed. Please re-install it."
> >
> > I looked in the system32/driver folder. I did not find the SoundMAX
> > driver in that folder. Instead, it is located in a folder called
> > C:/I386. There seems to be alot of drivers found in that folder.
> >
> > I tried running dxdiag and got clean reports that everything is working
> > up to snuff. If you want to see it's log, i can paste on here after your
> > response.
> >
> > I tried installing the patch and it gives me this error:
> >
> > "Fatal error-version 1.04
> > Septerra Core is not installed.
> > Please install Septerra Core."
> >
> > I imagine since the game won't properly install, the patch won't be able
> > to "find" the game found on my pc. I think the answers in the FAQ and
> > the other info for Windows XP only if you can actually install the game
> > itself on your pc. I don't think it has relevence with my problem.
> > I tried looking at the FAQ page on the website, but it does not give me
> > any tips about my particular problem.
> > I really appreciate the help you given me, but i have no clue what to
> > do next. Sorry about the earlier post too. That is my frustration
> > showing. I try not to show it much in other posts.
>
> OK, no sweat about past messages. (Water under the bridge...
>
> I do not need to see the dxdiag report, since it came up clean.
>
> If the SoundMAX driver is not in system32, you need to uninstall and
> reinstall it as you did before. Leave the C:\i386 folder copy there.
>
> Here are some other things to check:
>
> Start> Run> msinfo32
> expand Components, click Sound Device, Ctrl+A SelectAll, Ctrl+C Copy
> (post that info back here)
>
> Start> Run> control mmsys.cpl
> In Sounds and Audio Devices Properties
> SoundMAX Digital Audio
> click Hardware (tab)
> click SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio, click Properties (button)
> In SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio Properties, click Driver (tab)
>
> Compare yours with the following from Mine:
>
> Driver Provider: Analog Devices
> Driver Date: 1/27/2005
> Driver Version: 5.12.1.5246
> Digital Signer: Microsoft Windows Hardware Compatibility Publisher
> Click Driver Details (button) [hourglass for a few seconds]
> Driver File Details - SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio
> Driver Files:
> C:\Program Files\Analog Devices\Core\smax4pnp.exe Analog Devices, Inc.
> C:\Program Files\Analog Devices\Core\smwdmif.dll Analog Devices, Inc.
> C:\WINDOWS\system\crlds3d.dll Sensaura Ltd
> C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\drmk.sys Microsoft
> C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\ks.sys Microsoft
> C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\portcls.sys Microsoft
> C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\senfilt.sys Creative Technology Ltd.
> C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\smwdm.sys Analog Devices, Inc. <---
> C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\stream.sys Microsoft
> C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\Edcrypt.dll Analog Devices, Inc.
> C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\ksproxy.ax Microsoft
> C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\ksuser.dll Microsoft
> C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\PostProc.dll Windows (R) 2000 DDK provider
> C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\wdmaud.drv Microsoft
>
> SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio 5.12.1.5246 Analog Devices, Inc.
> C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\smwdm.sys
> C:\Program Files\Analog Devices\SoundMAX\smwdm.sys
>
> MMSYSTEM Wave/Midi API mapper 5.1.2600.5512 Microsoft Corporation
> C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\wdmaud.sys
>
> WDM Audio driver mapper 5.1.2600.5512 Microsoft Corporation
> C:\WINDOWS\system32\wdmaud.drv
>
> Name SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio
> Manufacturer Analog Devices, Inc.
> Status OK
> PNP Device ID PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_27DE&SUBSYS_01AD1028&REV_01\3&172E68DD&0&F2
> I/O Port 0x0000EC00-0x0000ECFF
> I/O Port 0x0000E8C0-0x0000E8FF
> Memory Address 0xFEABFA00-0xFEABFBFF
> Memory Address 0xFEABF900-0xFEABF9FF
> IRQ Channel IRQ 23
> Driver c:\windows\system32\drivers\smwdm.sys
> (5.12.01.5246, 254.25 KB(260,352 bytes), 3/4/2009 12:05 PM)
>
> Besides "Septerra104.zip" from the website, did you also try:
> autosc102.exe 06-Jan-2004 14:33 1.2M
> patch2.txt 06-Jan-2004 14:33 20k
> sc102.exe 06-Jan-2004 14:33 288k
>
> I do not have any other ideas on things to check.
>
> HTH. (Hope This Helps.
> --Richard
>
>
>
> .
>

I got looking more carefully. Looks like our driver versions are different.
My driver version is:

5.12.1.3513
and the date it is from is:

7/8/2002

But i think that was the latest driver that is actually compatible with this
particular PC. Yes, it is about 7 year old PC, but should i update the driver
to your version of it? I did try to use the update driver from windows, but
it says i have latest driver. Any suggestions?

"Gamer101" wrote:

> A copy from my sound information :
>
> Name Unimodem Half-Duplex Audio Device
> Manufacturer Microsoft
> Status OK
> PNP Device ID MODEMWAVE\0\{8F393220-EC14-4A19-BF54-2BA8D2267293}
> Driver c:\winnt\system32\drivers\modemcsa.sys (5.1.2600.0
> (xpclient.010817-1148), 15.75 KB (16,128 bytes), 1/11/2002 11:39 AM)
>
> Name SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio
> Manufacturer Analog Devices, Inc.
> Status OK
> PNP Device ID PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2445&SUBSYS_500D107B&REV_05\3&61AAA01&0&FD
> I/O Port 0x0000E800-0x0000E8FF
> I/O Port 0x0000EF00-0x0000EF3F
> IRQ Channel IRQ 17
> Driver c:\winnt\system32\drivers\smwdm.sys (5.12.01.3513, 540.82 KB (553,800
> bytes), 11/12/2001 2:28 PM)
>
>
> It appears ours do not match. I guess we found the missing thing.
> Apparently, i don't have some of the same info you have under yours. Not sure
> why it is like that. That is probably the cause of why the game will not work
> with my windows xp. Very odd how mine is different than yours. Why are they
> different?
>
>
> "Richard" wrote:
>
> > [crossposted from XP help & support to XP.games]
> >
> > >>>>> "Gamer101" <Gamer101.TakeThisOut@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > >>>>> news:0D19BE62-5AA5-4065-B3EC-B682C8BBF7F5@microsoft.com...
> > >>>>> I am trying to play an older game on Windows XP. I am aware of the
> > >>>>> "Compatibility" mode, and when i use it, only the error seems to
> > >>>>> change. The error w/o compatibility does the following:
> > >>>>>
> > >>>>> Without Compatibility Mode turned on:
> > >>>>> 1. I try to install the game thru it's install window it pops up.
> > >>>>> 2. The game "install wizard" pops up, but instead of installing the
> > >>>>> game, it tries to install a driver called "SoundMAX WMD Driver".
> > >>>>> 3. It says it cannot find the driver, and tells me to restart the pc/
> > >>>>> or boot it.
> > >>>>>
> > >>>>> With Compatibility Mode turned on:
> > >>>>> 1. I try to install the game thru it's install window it auto-run
> > >>>>> pops up.
> > >>>>> 2. The game tries to install, but instead of the game installing, it
> > >>>>> triest to install a driver called "SoundMAX WMD Driver."
> > >>>>> 3. The error says im missing the file avg_dll (or one of it's
> > >>>>> componenets).
> > >>>>> Then it says to download the missing files or libraries it needs.
> > >>>>>
> > >>>>> Im no computer nerd, nor do i have no clue what is going on here.
> > >>>>> All i know is i could play older games before on xp without problems,
> > >>>>> now i got this problem. I do know how to check this driver, and i
> > >>>>> think i have the most current one avaiable for my PC. It also
> > >>>>> specifies in the "driver portfolio" that this device is "working
> > >>>>> properly".
> > >>>>>
> > >>>>> Here is my OS also:
> > >>>>>
> > >>>>> OS: XP SP 3 (1.69 GHZ Pentium 4)
> > >>>>> Video: Nvidia Ge6200
> > >>>>> RAM: 1 gig
> > >>>>> Memory: more than 70 gigs
> > >>>>> Sound: SoundMAX Integrated Digital Sound
> > >>>>>
> > >>>>> Game Requirements:
> > >>>>>
> > >>>>> OS: Win 98/200 (225 Mhz Processor)
> > >>>>> Ram: 225 MB
> > >>>>> Video: Nividia 3000 or higher
> > >>>>> Memory: 300 MB
> > >>>>> Keyboard and mouse
> > >>>>>
> > >>>>> Now the game requires less than i got, but considering the game is
> > >>>>> from 1999, it should theoretically work.
> > >>>>> Note that on www.gamefaqs.com, people tell me it works fine on xp,
> > >>>>> yet i am having this problem. Please HELP!
> >
> >
> > >>>> "ju.c" wrote:
> > >>>>
> > >>>> What's the name of the game?
> > >>>>
> > >>>> ju.c
> >
> >
> > >>> "Gamer101" <Gamer101.TakeThisOut@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > >>> news:8C273F33-F5BF-40D8-82EE-242452515766@microsoft.com...
> > >>> I don't see the relevance of the game name, but it is called
> > >>> "Sepeterra Core"
> > >>> I already asked people at www.gamefaqs.com, and most say this game
> > >>> does work on windows xp, so this error must be mine only. Also, i
> > >>> noticed after i tried installing this game again, it corrupted my
> > >>> sound drivers. I had to uninstall and re-install them. My sound driver
> > >>> is fine again, but im afraid of re-trying to install this game again.
> > >>> And if your wondering, the company that made this game is no longer in
> > >>> existance. If your gonna ask me to ask them...too bad, they no longer
> > >>> exist. So im stuck asking on this board or www.gamefaqs.com
> >
> >
> > >> "Richard" wrote:
> > >>
> > >> Relevance of the game name? How else can one Google for answers without
> > >> knowing what to Google for?
> > >>
> > >>>>> it tries to install a driver called "SoundMAX WMD Driver".
> > >>
> > >> That should be WDM, not WMD.
> > >> C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\SMWDM.SYS
> > >>
> > >>> "Sepeterra Core"
> > >>
> > >> That should be Septerra Core. (Septerra = 7th Earth [7 continents])
> > >>
> > >> Septerra Core - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
> > >> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Septerra_Core
> > >>
> > >> Click Start, click Run, type or paste next line and press Enter:
> > >> DXDIAG
> > >>
> > >> Use that diagnostic to insure that your system is working properly.
> > >> (If you change anything, take notes so you can undo mistakes.
> > >>
> > >> Version 1.04 is supposed to be compatible with Windows XP.
> > >> It is available at the official website:
> > >> http://valkyriestudios.com/Septerra
> > >>
> > >> On that index page, hold shift key and click fsa.htm for answers to
> > >> frequently asked questions about Septerra. Right click and click Save
> > >> Target As, to save Septerra104.zip to disk, etc.
> > >>
> > >> (You're welcome.
> > >> --Richard
> >
> >
> > >"Gamer101" <Gamer101.TakeThisOut@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > > news:2430C9CB-F9E4-439F-B4D0-765ABB5B7B59@microsoft.com...
> > > Umm sounds good. Sorry about the other post. I was really getting
> > > frustrated trying to get this game to work. I actually tried using the
> > > 1.4 patch, but i try it again. If it works, i come back and say this
> > > post was helpful. If not, i be back on here again. Anyways, thanks for
> > > the help. I try this out.
> >
> >
> > >"Gamer101" <Gamer101.TakeThisOut@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > > news:191E8E4E-D4DB-45CC-BA64-5F13A54841CC@microsoft.com...
> > > I tried installing the game, but i still get this error:
> > >
> > > "SoundMAX WDM is not installed. Please re-install it."
> > >
> > > I looked in the system32/driver folder. I did not find the SoundMAX
> > > driver in that folder. Instead, it is located in a folder called
> > > C:/I386. There seems to be alot of drivers found in that folder.
> > >
> > > I tried running dxdiag and got clean reports that everything is working
> > > up to snuff. If you want to see it's log, i can paste on here after your
> > > response.
> > >
> > > I tried installing the patch and it gives me this error:
> > >
> > > "Fatal error-version 1.04
> > > Septerra Core is not installed.
> > > Please install Septerra Core."
> > >
> > > I imagine since the game won't properly install, the patch won't be able
> > > to "find" the game found on my pc. I think the answers in the FAQ and
> > > the other info for Windows XP only if you can actually install the game
> > > itself on your pc. I don't think it has relevence with my problem.
> > > I tried looking at the FAQ page on the website, but it does not give me
> > > any tips about my particular problem.
> > > I really appreciate the help you given me, but i have no clue what to
> > > do next. Sorry about the earlier post too. That is my frustration
> > > showing. I try not to show it much in other posts.
> >
> > OK, no sweat about past messages. (Water under the bridge...
> >
> > I do not need to see the dxdiag report, since it came up clean.
> >
> > If the SoundMAX driver is not in system32, you need to uninstall and
> > reinstall it as you did before. Leave the C:\i386 folder copy there.
> >
> > Here are some other things to check:
> >
> > Start> Run> msinfo32
> > expand Components, click Sound Device, Ctrl+A SelectAll, Ctrl+C Copy
> > (post that info back here)
> >
> > Start> Run> control mmsys.cpl
> > In Sounds and Audio Devices Properties
> > SoundMAX Digital Audio
> > click Hardware (tab)
> > click SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio, click Properties (button)
> > In SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio Properties, click Driver (tab)
> >
> > Compare yours with the following from Mine:
> >
> > Driver Provider: Analog Devices
> > Driver Date: 1/27/2005
> > Driver Version: 5.12.1.5246
> > Digital Signer: Microsoft Windows Hardware Compatibility Publisher
> > Click Driver Details (button) [hourglass for a few seconds]
> > Driver File Details - SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio
> > Driver Files:
> > C:\Program Files\Analog Devices\Core\smax4pnp.exe Analog Devices, Inc.
> > C:\Program Files\Analog Devices\Core\smwdmif.dll Analog Devices, Inc.
> > C:\WINDOWS\system\crlds3d.dll Sensaura Ltd
> > C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\drmk.sys Microsoft
> > C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\ks.sys Microsoft
> > C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\portcls.sys Microsoft
> > C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\senfilt.sys Creative Technology Ltd.
> > C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\smwdm.sys Analog Devices, Inc. <---
> > C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\stream.sys Microsoft
> > C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\Edcrypt.dll Analog Devices, Inc.
> > C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\ksproxy.ax Microsoft
> > C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\ksuser.dll Microsoft
> > C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\PostProc.dll Windows (R) 2000 DDK provider
> > C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\wdmaud.drv Microsoft
> >
> > SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio 5.12.1.5246 Analog Devices, Inc.
> > C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\smwdm.sys
> > C:\Program Files\Analog Devices\SoundMAX\smwdm.sys
> >
> > MMSYSTEM Wave/Midi API mapper 5.1.2600.5512 Microsoft Corporation
> > C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\wdmaud.sys
> >
> > WDM Audio driver mapper 5.1.2600.5512 Microsoft Corporation
> > C:\WINDOWS\system32\wdmaud.drv
> >
> > Name SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio
> > Manufacturer Analog Devices, Inc.
> > Status OK
> > PNP Device ID PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_27DE&SUBSYS_01AD1028&REV_01\3&172E68DD&0&F2
> > I/O Port 0x0000EC00-0x0000ECFF
> > I/O Port 0x0000E8C0-0x0000E8FF
> > Memory Address 0xFEABFA00-0xFEABFBFF
> > Memory Address 0xFEABF900-0xFEABF9FF
> > IRQ Channel IRQ 23
> > Driver c:\windows\system32\drivers\smwdm.sys
> > (5.12.01.5246, 254.25 KB(260,352 bytes), 3/4/2009 12:05 PM)
> >
> > Besides "Septerra104.zip" from the website, did you also try:
> > autosc102.exe 06-Jan-2004 14:33 1.2M
> > patch2.txt 06-Jan-2004 14:33 20k
> > sc102.exe 06-Jan-2004 14:33 288k
> >
> > I do not have any other ideas on things to check.
> >
> > HTH. (Hope This Helps.
> > --Richard
> >
> >
> >
> > .
> >