Static, Electronic Noise then No Output for 2 or 3 Minutes, Then Music/Sound

LStatic, Electronic Noise then No Output for 2 or 3 Minutes, Then Music/Sound? Hi,
I'm not sure how to really explain this problem; but, I'll give it a shot.
I have a Gateway FX530 system with a Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Extreme Gamer PCI card installed.
Please note that the problem that I am describing has happened through the life of the computer (2-/2 years).
The problem is that I hear static through both of the powered speakers, followed within seconds by electonic beeping of various tones followed by silence. During this silence no sound/music will play through the sound card/speakers.
If I let the system sit for several minutes the sound returns and I can hear music/audio.
(This problem never happens when I am playing music or other audio, it is always when the system is idle with nothing apparently being processed by the sound card.)
I suspect it is something hardware-related with the sound card; but, before I replace the card I wanted to see if anyone else has similar problems.
Any input will be appreciated. (I have tried replacing drivers in the past with no success.)
Thanks
Jeff

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