Headphones plugged in but no sound on PC
When using a Windows computer, some users may encounter the issue where the headphones are plugged in but no sound is output. This article provides several common solutions to help resolve the issue and restore normal audio functionality.
1. Check the Headphone Jack
Ensure that the headphone jack is fully plugged into the headphone port.
If the computer has multiple audio ports, try plugging the headphones into a different port.
Check if the headphone jack is loose or has a poor connection.
2. Update Device Drivers
Outdated or corrupted drivers can cause the headphones to stop working properly, leading to the issue where the headphones are plugged in but no sound is heard. Checking and updating the audio driver is an effective way to fix this problem. It is recommended to use Driver Sentry to automatically detect and update drivers, saving time and avoiding the risk of downloading or installing incorrect drivers.
Click the download button to get the latest version of Driver Sentry. After installation, open the software and click "Scan".
After the scan is complete, it will display which drivers are missing or need updating. Find the audio driver in the list and click the "Upgrade" button.
After updating, it is recommended to restart the computer to ensure the updated drivers take effect.
3. Set Headphones as the Default Playback Device
Right-click the volume icon in the lower-right corner of the taskbar and select "Sounds".
Under the "Playback Devices" tab, find your headphone device and click the "Set Default" button at the bottom.
If the headphones are already the default device, click "OK" to save the settings.
4. Check Volume Settings
Click the volume icon in the lower-right corner of the taskbar to ensure that the volume is not muted and the volume slider is set to an appropriate level.
If the headphones are not selected as the playback device, right-click the volume icon, choose "Playback Devices", and check if the correct output device is selected.
5. Run the Audio Troubleshooter
Open the "Settings" menu and select "Update & Security".
On the left, select "Troubleshoot" and then click "Additional Troubleshooters".
Find "Playing Audio" and click "Run the Troubleshooter".
Follow the on-screen instructions to see if it resolves the issue.
6. Disable Audio Enhancements
Right-click the volume icon in the lower-right corner of the taskbar and select "Sounds".
Under the "Playback Devices" tab, select the headphone device and click "Properties".
In the "Enhancements" tab, check "Disable all sound effects" and click "Apply" and then "OK".
Check if the issue is resolved.
7. Update the Operating System
Open "Settings" and select "Update & Security".
In "Windows Update", click "Check for Updates".
Install all available updates and restart the computer.
Check if the headphone audio issue is resolved.
With these effective solutions, you should be able to quickly fix the issue where the headphones are plugged in but there is no sound. If the problem persists, you may need to contact technical support or consider replacing the headphone device.
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