Thanks Jim!
I've tried the Sound thing, there were no disabled sevices under the Playback tab, I checked the Recording tab too just incase and there were 2 in there, I enabled them both just in case, didnt work.
The microsoft Fix It thing didnt work either
I think I'm just going to have to resign myself that I'ce got a C**p CD rom doodat and go and complain like hell to the guy that built it next time I go home. I'm pretty sure it's still under warranty, I'll ask for a new drive and NOT a matsurubbish one this time pleaseandthankyou.
Thank for all your help hunny! You've been very patient and helpful, much appreciated!