Having a very hard time activating the speakers and any help is appreciated.

Support Information:
Device Type: Input Devices (mouse, etc.)
Manufacturer: altec lansing
Model: FM40214975
Interface: Other
Operating System: Windows XP Professional
Age of Device: < 2 years old
FCCID:

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Speakers don't require activation or driver either unless they happen to have a USB interface. If they are USB then you will need a driver... if not USB then all they require is connection to a working "sound out" jack.