How to Fix No Sound on Win 10
Many Windows 10 users face no-sound issues. This article offers solutions to fix the problem and restore audio.
1. Check and Update Audio Drivers
Outdated or corrupted audio drivers can cause no sound on your computer. Updating the drivers can often resolve the issue and improve audio performance. We recommend using Driver Sentry to automatically detect and update drivers, saving time and avoiding the risk of downloading or installing incorrect drivers.
Download the latest version of Driver Sentry, install it, and open the software. Click "Scan".
After the scan is complete, the software will display missing or outdated drivers. Locate the audio driver in the list and click "Upgrade".
After updating, restart your computer to ensure the updated driver works properly.
2. Set the Correct Default Audio Device
Right-click the volume icon in the lower-right corner of the taskbar and select "Sounds > Playback".
Ensure that the device you are using (e.g., speakers or headphones) is set as the default device. If not, select the device and click "Set Default".
Confirm that a green checkmark appears next to the device, indicating it is set as the default.
Click "Apply" and then "OK". Restart your computer and check if the audio is working properly.
3. Restart Audio Services
Press Win + R to open the Run dialog box, type "services.msc", and press Enter to open the Services Manager.
Locate the "Windows Audio" service. If the service is running, click "Restart". If it is not running, click "Start".
Similarly, locate the "Windows Audio Endpoint Builder" service and repeat the above steps.
Close the Services Manager and check if the audio device is working normally.
4. Disable Audio Enhancements
Right-click the volume icon in the lower-right corner of the taskbar and select "Sounds".
Go to the "Playback" tab, select your audio device, and click "Properties".
Switch to the "Enhancements" tab.
Check the box for "Disable all sound effects" and click "Apply".
Click "OK", restart your computer, and check if the audio issue is resolved.
5. Check Audio Format Settings
Right-click the volume icon in the lower-right corner of the taskbar and select "Sounds".
Go to the "Playback" tab, select your audio device, and click "Properties".
Switch to the "Advanced" tab and locate the "Default Format" section.
Select a higher audio format (e.g., 24-bit, 48000 Hz) from the dropdown menu.
Click "Apply" and "OK", then restart your computer to check if the audio is working.
6. Run Windows Troubleshooter
Press Win + I to open Settings.
Navigate to "Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters".
Find and click "Playing Audio", then select "Run the troubleshooter".
Windows will automatically scan for and repair audio issues. Follow the prompts to complete the process.
Restart your computer and check if the audio is restored.
7. Check Hardware Issues
Ensure your audio device (e.g., headphones, speakers) is properly connected to the computer's audio jack. Make sure the connection is secure and not loose.
For external devices, check the audio cable for any damage and try using a different cable to test.
If possible, connect the audio device to another device (e.g., a phone or another computer) to verify whether it is functioning properly.
Check if the computer recognizes the audio device. Open the Device Manager and ensure the audio device is displayed without a yellow exclamation mark, indicating the device is functioning correctly.
For built-in audio devices, check if the sound card or audio hardware is working properly. If hardware issues are detected, consider contacting the device manufacturer for repair or replacement.
Follow these steps to fix the no-sound issue in Windows 10. If it persists, contact the device manufacturer or technical support.
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