Do you now notice that your HP laptop or desktop is completely silent? You are not the only one who struggles getting sound to work on an HP computer. Almost all HP laptop and desktop users experience issues with sound functionality at some point. The good news is that most sound problems often have easy solutions. We’ll discuss the most common issues that cause problems with an HP computer’s sound output and how to rectify them using simple methods.
Main Reasons for HP Computers Having Issues with Sound
- Sound Controls Muted or Enabled Lowered. The simplest measures are sometimes the most effective ones. It is conceivable that you either accidentally muted your system sound, or the volume was set too low and you did not notice.
- Audio Drivers Outdated or Missing. These interfaces make it possible for your components to interact with the operating system. If your audio driver has issues, be it deletion, corruption, or it being out of date, the sound will no longer function.
- Wrong Audio Output Device Selected . After plugging in headphones, speakers, or connecting via Bluetooth, the computer may default to another output source.
- Audio Output Device Disabled. After updating or changing some settings on Windows, the audio device can become disabled and needs the correct settings applied to restore functionality.
Hardware Concerns
Problems with sound could also stem from busted speakers, damaged audio jacks, or even internal damage within the motherboard.
Operating System Errors
A Windows, or any other operating system, issue could result in a malfunctioning sound utilities service and interfere with pertinent operating commands.
Quick Solutions for HP Computer Audio Problems
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Maintain the Sliders For Volumes, Sound Muting Using The Speaker Icon On the Taskbar
- Slide the computer audio section to ensure the sound level isn’t set on mute.
- Alter the volume multiplier until it exceeds the preset limit.
- Check all caps lock volume consoles on your computer system to ascertain that the sound is not muted or lowered.
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Try Restarting Your Computer
Rebooting your system can assist in removing non-permanent bugs impacting the audio functionalities.
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Choosing the Appropriate Output Device
Ensure the right output unit is selected, such as Speakers (Realtek) or Headphones.
To perform the steps Ray and click the volume control icon on the task bar, select ‘Sounds’ or opt for ‘Open Sound settings’.
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Renew or Delete/Re-configure the Sound Controls
Type in open device manager in the search bar found on the start menu and expand the sound, video, and audio game interface. With controls displayed, you can access your audio box, which shows the connected devices which displayed. For example, you can use tabs Realtek or Conexant tabs.
Select ‘Update driver’. If this approach fails to work, make it on all of them and reboot the computer to allow the system to reset all the settings.
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Use Windows Sound Troubleshooter
- Click on Settings and proceed to System, followed by Sound.
- Click on Troubleshoot.
- Windows will attempt to locate and resolve your sound issues on its own.
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Ensure Audio Services are Running
- Press Windows + R, type services.msc, and hit Enter.
- Confirm that Windows Audio is listed and in running status.
- Right-click and select Start if it is stopped.
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Check Using Headphones or External Speakers
In some circumstances, plugging in headphones or external speakers is more useful in determining whether or not the built-in speaker has issues. If you can hear through the speakers as well, chances are your internal speaker is broken.
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Reset BIOS Configuration
Issues with sound hardware could arise from improperly configured BIOS settings. To reset:
Restart your machine.
- Set the BIOS by pressing Esc or F10 (depends on your model).
- Search for Load Setup Defaults or the option to Reset BIOS Settings.
- Exiting BIOS will automatically save your changes.
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Windows Updates Check
Make sure you update your system. Within the Settings menu, Update & Security section, select Windows Update and install any pending updates.
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Use System Restore for Sound Problems
In case your device’s audio was functional at one point in time and has abruptly stopped working, you can set it back to its previous settings through System Restore.
Conclusion
Resolving sound problems in HP computers can be irritating. Nevertheless, in many cases, the issue can be solved with simple procedures like checking mute settings, updating the drivers, or selecting the correct playback device. More complex issues like BIOS problems or hardware failures may require the assistance of a professional.
We at BIOS Technology appreciate the effort that goes into keeping devices running effectively. In the instance of a computer with no sound or a printer that refuses to print, our professionals provide dependable, effective services. We offer complete repair and setup for all your tech devices. Allow us to assist you in revitalizing your devices in record time and on a budget.
Get in touch with BIOS today to enjoy seamless support for your HP computer.
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