[SOLVED] alsa isn't saving volume levels

Well, simple as that.
Any help please? Thanks in advance.
Last edited by Frostwarrior (2009-07-06 02:45:01)

Thanks for the replies.
It was so obvious.
Last edited by Frostwarrior (2009-07-06 02:45:28)

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