I had a similar problem, try this out:

If it's NOT an onboard sound device:
Check the sound device manufacturer's website for driver updates. Uninstall you current drivers and install the latest...

So I downloaded the latest BIOS Update and the latest audio drivers from the Intel site.

Problem Solved:
1. Removed old drivers through add remove programs.
2. Ran the BIOS Update.
3....

OK, so today I have more information.

I'm actually getting two error boxes when I start up windows. One says:"Generic Host Process for Win32 Services has encountered a problem and needs to...

I'm having the same problem. Nothing is red(X) or yellow(!) in my sound, video and game controllers. Here's a list of everything in Sound, Video, and Game controllers: Audio Codecs, Legacy Auido...