No sound after kernel compile?

Erik_the_Red · 08-13-2005, 09:05 PM

I know the kernel compile and grub addition definitely worked, because I'm typing this message on 2.6.12.3.

However, there's no sound.

What should I do? Is ALSA involved in this?

Sound worked fine on 2.6.10, the default kernel for Ubuntu Hoary.

Linux~Powered · 08-13-2005, 09:08 PM

Did you compile your sound card into your kernel or build it as a module?

Erik_the_Red · 08-13-2005, 09:18 PM

I actually wasn't brave enough to do any serious compilation.

I did the "make oldconfig" with my 2.6.10 configuration.

So, I don't really know the answer to your question.

Why does it matter?

harken · 08-14-2005, 03:50 AM

Did you run 'alsaconf' as root?

Erik_the_Red · 08-14-2005, 12:06 PM

alsaconf apparently is not a binary in my system.

Is that the key to get sound?

harken · 08-14-2005, 01:30 PM

It could be the key if the kernel is ALSA-enabled and the your soundcard is supported (and most cards are). So run as root 'apt-get install alsa-base alsa-utils', wait for the installation to be complete then run again 'alsaconf' which should detect and configure the soundcard. If it works, you may use 'alsamixer' for adjusting volumes.