I have the exact same problem as you're having.
My system config:
Win2k, fully patched
Athlon 3000+
512MB RAM (1 x 512MB DDR400)
Asus A7V8X (latest bios)
Integrated sound (avance drivers)
ATI Radeon 9000 128MB RAM
Maybe it's an Asus + Athlon bios thing? I've also had some crashes ingame that caused the Radeon's graphic drivers to reset.
Last edited by nullzero; 15/05/04 11:00 PM.