HowTo Enable The Gnome Sound Applet

Problem:

The Gnome sound applet does not startup when logging in as user: "root". If you try to launch the menu item: "System -> Preference -> Sound" the following hanging dialog will appear: "Waiting for sound system to respond".

Solution:

• Go to the System -> Preference -> Startup Applications menu entry.

• Make sure you are in the "Startup Programs" tab.

• Click on the "Add" button.

• Fill in the