Microsoft ha rilasciato una nuova patch per il sistema operativo Windows Xp applicabile solo se si affetti dal problema descritto nel articolo Microsoft Knowledge Base numero 810272

Windows Hardware Compatibility Audio Test Causes Computer to Stop Responding

A supported fix is now available from Microsoft, but it is only intended to correct the problem described in this article. Only apply it to systems that are experiencing this specific problem. This fix may receive additional testing to further ensure product quality. Therefore, if you are not severely affected by this problem, Microsoft recommends that you wait for the next Windows XP service pack that contains this fix.

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