Itunes cannot browse albums on this computer

I have several windows pc xp sp2 pro machine, on some itunes will work, on others itunes will work but will not allow coverflow of albums. I have found much chatter on the web about this problem but no definitive cause, nor no definitive answer.....
Can some one please tell me the cause and or solution.
Thanx
terence

Generally if coverflow doesn't work it's because the machine doesn't have enough dedicated video memory to handle the extra workload coverflow requires. You need an independent video card (computers that rely on the motherboard for video are not great candidates for coverflow) with at least 32 mb of independent video memory.
The required specs for 7.3 are:
Windows Requirements
Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 or later, Windows XP or 32-bit editions of Windows Vista
Windows XP Service Pack 2 or later required for Apple TV or iPhone
500 MHz Pentium class processor or better
QuickTime 7.1.6 or later (included)
256MB RAM
Supported CD-R or DVD-R drive to burn CDs
Broadband Internet connection (DSL/Cable/LAN) for buying and streaming music
NOTE these VIDEO REQUIREMENTS:
Additional Video Requirements
2.0 GHz Pentium class processor or better
512MB RAM
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