After I format my computer and reinstall my Window XP, my Sound Blaster Live Value start to make popping sound once a while. Well I use XP before and I have no problem what so ever. Popping sound started after I reinstall my XP, in the middle of installation, my fingers somehow touch the mini plug of 4.1 (mini plug that plug into soundcard). It made a strange and loud noise for 1 secs. Anyhow, I guess there is some problem with my soundblaster driver. However, do you think it is more a driver problem instead of the preamp?
And how can I check if this is my preamp or driver problem?