What to do if the computer does not see the speakers? Why doesn't the computer see the speakers? How to fix? There are no sound devices in Device Manager.

Every user should know how to deal with certain computer problems. Especially if the problems concern the main components: input/output devices, Internet and sound. What if there are no audio devices on the computer? What could be the cause of this phenomenon? How should the user behave to cope with the problem that has arisen? There are a lot of options for the development of events. Therefore, you should either immediately contact professionals at service centers, or independently, by going through possible situations, understand what is the matter.

Drivers

This scenario occurs most often. Are there no audio devices on your computer? Windows XP or any other operating system - it is not so important which one a person uses. After all, the problem does not depend on this.

Why? It's all about the drivers. This software is installed on all existing operating systems so that the computer sees the connected audio playback device. If they are not there (or they are outdated), then the audio devices will either work malfunction or completely refuse to perform their functions.

No connection

But it also happens that even after reinstalling the software, audio devices are missing. So that's not the problem at all. For what other reasons could the problem being studied occur?

For example, if there is no sound playback device at all. Most often this point relates to desktop computers. In other words, when the speakers are not connected to the PC. In this situation, the operating system, even after installing or updating drivers, will show that the sound component was not found.

What should I do? It's very simple: the intended audio playback device must be connected to the computer. And if the drivers have not been installed before, install them. If there is a connection, but the problem has not been resolved, you will have to look for another reason for this phenomenon.

No Windows Audio

Are there no audio devices on your computer? Windows XP, like other operating systems, sometimes suffers from this problem. It's time not to panic and check whether the service responsible for sound in the operating system is initially connected. If it is turned off, then even with properly connected speakers or headphones, the sound will not be played.

Not the most common occurrence, but it makes users think seriously. After all, usually few people pay attention to the disabled Windows Audio function. They simply forget about her.

How can I check if the Windows Audio option is enabled? To do this, go to "Control Panel" - "Administration" - "Services". In this window you will need to find the function you are studying. Now you need to click on “Actions” - “Properties”. In the window that opens, in the “Local Computer” tab, in the “Startup Type” parameter, you need to point to “Auto” and save the changes. This algorithm of actions is suitable for Windows XP. It is in this operating system that Windows Audio is most often disabled for one reason or another. Everything is ready, but the OS says "No audio devices"?

Malfunction

It may also be that this problem appears due to a malfunction of the speakers (headphones). This case is not so easy to detect. Especially when it comes to computer hardware.

If faulty equipment is found, it will have to be replaced. After this, drivers for the connected audio playback devices are installed. And if the cause of the error being studied is precisely the malfunction of any components, the problem will disappear.

Viruses

There are no audio devices on the computer (XP, "Seven" or any other operating system can cause you such trouble), but all the equipment is in good condition? The next scenario, which is far from the rarest, is an infection of the operating system.

Viruses are the main enemies of computer performance. And they can lead to unexpected situations. For example, disable I/O devices. Or block the sound altogether. Fortunately, this doesn't happen very often. But such cases cannot be called rare.

Therefore, if there is no sound on the computer or it suddenly disappears, it is recommended to check the operating system for viruses. Disinfecting your computer, as well as deleting all potentially dangerous files, will help solve the problem.

After cleaning and treatment, you will need to restart the operating system. Next, the Windows Audio service is checked. And if everything is in order there, the sound turns on. He should appear.

Connectors

Missing audio devices? Maybe it's all about the connectors and sockets for connecting equipment. The point is that if we are not talking about a built-in audio playback device, then most likely the component’s connection socket is damaged. The likelihood of this phenomenon is especially high on older computers.

It is recommended to take a closer look at the socket to which speakers or headphones are connected. And try to connect the audio playback component to another connector. Next you will need to update the drivers. You can check the result. If the problem lay in damaged connectors, then after reconnecting the speakers to another socket it will disappear.

Incompatibility

Are there no audio devices on your computer? If we are talking about new operating systems, it is likely that the problem may be due to incompatibility of the connected device. This also happens on built-in components, but much less frequently.

Now even speakers and headphones have so-called minimum system requirements. The computer to which the components are connected must meet the requirements. Otherwise, there is no way to get the device to work.

Particular attention should be paid to the operating system. Often, owners of older audio devices complain that they have no sound on Windows 10. This is normal. This OS has many incompatible devices. And the old components will not work with it. It is recommended to either purchase a new audio device or reinstall the operating system.

With the free upgrade to Windows 10, millions of PC users have replaced their old operating system. This type of update allowed many users to appreciate all the benefits of the new Windows 10. But as history shows, all new Windows operating systems are not without problems. After upgrading or completely installing Windows 10, many users experienced sound stoppage on their computer. In this material, we will describe in detail what problems with sound may occur in Windows 10, and also describe ways to solve these problems.

The easiest method to solve the problem when the sound disappears in Windows 10

Windows 10 can automatically fix sound problems when it stopped working. You can resolve this issue by using the Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Wizard. This master is troubleshooting utility. You can launch this wizard by right-clicking on the standard volume control icon, which is located on the taskbar in the notification area.

Now in the context menu that appears, you need to select the “” item, which will launch this wizard. After launch, the wizard will immediately run diagnostics, which should identify and fix the sound problem.

In our case, the test wizard found a problem with the disabled sound card and we were able to fix the problem.

This wizard often helps users out when there is no sound on the PC.

No sound in playback devices after installing updates

Very often, users with Windows 10 OS encounter a problem when Multimedia speakers and headphones do not play sound after installing updates. In this situation, the strange thing is that sound is not supplied to multimedia speakers and headphones, and the operating system still does not see problems. For example, if the OS was able to detect that there is no sound on the PC, then on the taskbar in the notification area you can see a corresponding icon that notifies you that there is no sound.

In this same situation, everything is fine with the icon. If we go to the device manager, we will find that the sound card has the name “ High Definition Audio enabled device».

If the sound card driver is installed normally, then in its name in the device manager you will definitely find a prefix indicating the supplier of the sound processor. For example, sound cards from Realtek have names in the task manager “ Realtek High Definition Audio" In our case, there is no such prefix. Typically, this situation occurs due to downloaded drivers in place with Windows 10 updates, which the system installed incorrectly or the sound card does not support.

Installing drivers from official sources will help solve this problem.

In the next chapter we will look at examples of installing drivers on a laptop and desktop computer. We hope this chapter will answer our readers why the sound does not work after updating Windows 10.

Clean installation of drivers on the sound card

Windows 10 cannot always find drivers automatically for new sound cards in laptops and desktop computers. Ten may also incorrectly install drivers downloaded from Windows Update. Therefore, in this example we will show how to install new drivers for a desktop computer and laptop from scratch.

For the desktop computer example, we will use a PC, which is based on a motherboard MSI A88X-G43. This motherboard has a sound card that is based on a chip Realtek ALC892. You can download the driver for this chip on the official website of the motherboard manufacturer www.msi.com. In our case, the driver is a 64-bit version for Windows 10 64 bit. After downloading the driver installer, run it.

Installing the driver from Realtek is very simple and comes down to a few clicks of the Next > button.

After installation, the installer will prompt you to restart your computer, which we will do.

After restarting the PC, an icon will appear in the notification panel.

Using this icon you can go to “ HD", where you can fine-tune the sound card.

Installing the driver on a laptop is almost identical to the first example. For example, we will use a laptop Acer Aspire V3-372. This laptop also comes with a sound chip from Realtek. You can download the driver for this laptop at www.acer.com/ac/ru/RU/content/drivers. After downloading, we will also launch it, as in the first example.

Having launched the installer, the same window will appear in front of us as in the first example. The process of installing a laptop driver in our case is identical to that of a desktop computer. If the sound stops working on chips not discussed in this chapter, then the principle of installing a driver on them is as similar as possible to the examples discussed.

Even for a stationary PC and laptop, these methods of solving the problem can help when no sound:

• If there is no sound on your PC due to the driver's fault, then this problem can often be solved complete driver reinstallation.
• When searching drivers for an old PC, the user often encounters a situation where his no for Windows 10. Many manufacturers often abandon old PCs and do not update drivers for them, so they are not available for new OSes. They can help in this situation drivers designed for Windows 7 and 8. The only thing you should pay attention to in this case is the bit depth of the OS for which this driver is intended.
• If you downloaded or found it on disk very old driver, then it will not be able to be installed since it does not support Windows 10. In this situation, it may help running the driver installer in OS compatibility mode for which it is intended.

Correcting playback device settings in Windows 10

Windows 10 has many options that improve audio performance. But if your PC is already quite old, then it may abyss sound, just because of these improvements. To fix the problem where the sound disappears, these enhancements need to be disabled. To do this, let’s go to the “ Sound", which is located on the control panel. You can quickly open this snap-in using the program “ Execute", typing the command mmsys.cpl in it

In the window that opens, find the default audio playback device and right-click on it. In the context menu that appears, let's go to the properties of this device. The playback device can be either speakers or headphones. In the device properties that open, open the tab “ Improvements».

On this tab we are interested in the checkbox with the name “ Disable all sound effects" We need to enable this checkbox and click the Apply button to save the settings. After completing these settings, check your speakers and speakers for sound.

Even in Windows 10, users can watch hoarse sound in headphones or automatic volume reduction. This is also related to the options, which in this case should improve the quality of communication when talking via a PC. Disable these settings can be done through the same add-in in the control panel " Sound" Therefore, let’s open this control panel add-in and go to the “ Connection».

On this tab you need to select the radio button " No action required» and confirm saving this setting with the Apply button. After making these adjustments, playback quality should improve.

Let's sum it up

In this material, we tried to outline all the ways to solve problems when the sound stopped working in Windows 10. In addition to software problems with sound playback, the user may also encounter faulty headphones and multimedia speakers. It’s quite easy to check this problem by taking working speakers or headphones from another PC.

Also Incorrect connection of headphones and speakers to the front and rear panels may be a consequence of when the sound stopped working. There are also quite often cases when the sound stops working when connected to the front panel. This is usually due to incorrect connection of the front panel to the motherboard or incorrect wiring of the front panel. We hope this article will allow you to solve the problem when there is no sound in Windows 10, and you will be able to listen to your favorite song or watch a new movie normally.

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Most laptops contain a built-in sound card that emits various sounds, music, and alerts through the device's speakers.

Various factors can prevent the system from detecting built-in or connected external audio devices, including improper installation and outdated sound card drivers.

Internal devices

Drivers for the internal sound card are installed along with the operating system.

Sometimes new versions of sound card drivers can help solve any problems.

If your laptop does not recognize its internal sound card, the drivers may be corrupted or outdated.

Reinstall the drivers from the installation disc, or visit your laptop manufacturer's website for updates.

External devices

When connecting an external audio device, such as a set of speakers, refer to the installation instructions that came with it.

Some require you to install drivers before connecting to your laptop, while others allow you to connect devices automatically.

Try the device on another computer or laptop to see what doesn't work.

Files

Operating system files may be out of date, causing conflicts and errors when the laptop tries to connect to an audio application.

Check the Microsoft website for important system updates and install them as needed.

Restart your computer once all important updates have been installed and check your applications.

Drivers may be out of date, so check for newer versions for your operating system.

Card refusal

Your laptop will not detect the audio device if the internal sound card is faulty.

The laptop card is built into the motherboard, so replacing a faulty one involves replacing the motherboard.

This is an expensive investment that may be covered if your unit is under warranty.

Among other audio problems in Windows 10, 8 and Windows 7, you may encounter a red X on the speaker icon in the notification area and the message “No audio output device is installed” or “Headphones or speakers are not connected”, however, to fix this problem sometimes I have to suffer.

This guide details the most common causes of the “Audio output device is not installed” and “Headphones or speakers are not connected” errors in Windows and how to correct the situation and return normal sound playback. If the problem occurs after updating Windows 10 to a new version, I recommend trying the methods in the instructions first, and then returning to the current guide.

Perhaps this item could have been put first in the topic about “Audio output device not installed”

Sound card drivers

The next step to try is to make sure that the necessary sound card drivers are installed and working, while a novice user should consider the following points:

• If in the device manager in the “Sound, gaming and video devices” section you only see items like NVIDIA High Definition Audio, AMD HD Audio, Intel Audio for Displays - most likely, the sound card is either disabled in the BIOS (on some motherboards and laptops this is perhaps) or the necessary drivers are not installed on it, and what you see are devices for audio output via HDMI or Display Port, i.e. working with video card outputs.
• If you right-clicked your sound card in Device Manager, selected "Update Driver" and after automatically searching for updated drivers, you were told that "The best drivers for this device are already installed" - this does not provide useful information that the correct ones are installed drivers: there were simply no other suitable ones in Windows Update.
• Standard Realtek and other audio drivers can be successfully installed from various driver packs, but they do not always work adequately - you should use drivers from the manufacturer of specific equipment (laptop or motherboard).

In general, if your sound card shows up in Device Manager, the best steps to install the correct driver for it would be as follows:

Once the installation is complete, check if the problem has been resolved.

An additional method that sometimes works (provided that everything worked “just yesterday”) is to look into the properties of the sound card on the “Driver” tab and, if the “Roll Back” button is active there, click it (sometimes Windows can automatically update drivers to the wrong ones , what do you need).

Note: If there is no sound card or unknown devices in the device manager, there is a possibility that the sound card is disabled in the BIOS of the computer or laptop. Look in the BIOS (UEFI) in the Advanced/Peripherals/Onboard Devices sections for something related to Onboard Audio and make sure it is Enabled.

Setting up playback devices

Setting up playback devices can also help, especially often if you have a monitor (or TV) connected to your computer via HDMI or Display Port, especially if through some kind of adapter.

Update: In Windows 10 versions 1903, 1809 and 1803, in order to open recording and playback devices (the first step in the instructions below), go to the Control Panel (can be opened through a search on the taskbar) in the viewing field, set “Icons” and open "Sound" item. The second method is to right-click on the speaker icon - “Open sound settings”, and then select “Sound Control Panel” in the upper right corner (or at the bottom of the list of settings when changing the width of the window) of the sound settings.

Additional ways to fix the "Audio output device not installed" problem

In conclusion, here are a few additional, sometimes effective, methods to correct the sound situation if the previous methods did not help.

Note: the instructions do not describe a method for automatically troubleshooting Windows audio problems, since most likely you have already tried it (if not, try it, it may work).

Troubleshooting is automatically launched by double-clicking on the speaker icon with a red cross through it, you can also launch it manually, see, for example,.

Audio card is a device for processing audio on a PC. They come in two types: integrated (soldered to the motherboard) and discrete (installed separately). The first are the most common and represent two basic elements - a microcircuit and a host controller.

Quite often it happens that the computer does not see the sound card or it does not work correctly. This problem is most often detected when communicating on Skype and is common to both laptops and laptop computers. Let's look at the causes of this problem and try to find the best solution that is suitable for all versions of the OS, including Windows 7, 8 and 10.

Sound card malfunctions and their elimination:

Drivers

It's incredibly common to have problems with sound card drivers. Based on this, the first step to restore sound is to carefully check the availability and relevance of firewood.

To find out their status, you need to go to "". To do this, first go to “Start”, then “Control Panel” and open “Hardware and Sound”. After this, a window will appear in which you can find the required item. This is the easiest and fastest way.

Next, we need the “Sound and Video Devices” section, and if your PC has an audio card installed, then it should be displayed here. Based on this, there are several options for further development of the situation:

Also incredibly important is the order in which the drivers are installed. It is as follows:

After the operating system is loaded, we proceed to install the previously downloaded software.

No codecs for audio

If there is sound when you start your laptop or PC, but there is no sound when you turn on audio or video, then the problem is most likely in the codecs. In this situation, it is recommended to do 2 things:

Also keep in mind that it is necessary not only to install them, but to do it correctly, that is, a full set. To download, select the full set and select the “Lots of Stuff” mode during installation.

These codecs are compatible with all versions of the OS, including Windows 10.

Incorrect BIOS setting

If the built-in sound card does not work, be sure to check the BIOS and its settings. If the sound reproduction device is disabled, no matter how much you want, you won’t be able to make it work in Windows. However, this problem is extremely rare because this device is enabled by default.

Motherboard failure

Another reason why your computer may not see the sound card installed in it. To check this, connect the component to another PC; if the audio card works, then the problem is a faulty motherboard.

It is quite difficult to repair it yourself without special knowledge of radio engineering, so it is recommended to immediately take it for repair.

Nothing helps?

If none of the above methods helped you, then try the following:

1. If there was sound before, but now there is no sound, then it is likely that you have installed some drivers or programs that cause conflicts. In this case, it is worth trying a system restore.
2. If there is a second card, then connect it to the PC and install new drivers on them, being sure to remove the old ones.
3. The card may be poorly installed on the motherboard or connected incorrectly. It is recommended to check this just in case.
4. If all else fails, take a chance and reinstall Windows. After that, install new software, and if sound appears, then monitor it when installing any program. In this case, you will immediately understand what is wrong and find the culprit.

These are extreme measures, however, and they can be beneficial and solve the problem.

Replacing or repairing a sound card

The last thing you can do, and what is always correct, is to repair or replace the audio card. If its output simply wheezes or it is completely broken, then it is clear that the unit will not work correctly and reproduce a good sound.

In this case, you need to contact a specialized service with experienced craftsmen who will carry out high-quality repairs and, if necessary, select an audio card that is suitable for your computer. Of course, you don’t have to spend money on restoring it if it breaks, but just go and buy a new one at the store yourself. This way you will save yourself both time and money.

Now you know what to do if the sound card does not work on your computer, and you can fix the problem yourself in the shortest possible time without contacting service.

A computer is a complex technology that often causes many problems and questions among users. You can connect a huge number of different kinds of devices to it. Most often, PC owners equip their equipment with speakers. But they don't always work. Sometimes there are complaints that the computer does not see the speakers. For what reasons could this happen? What is needed to correct the situation? Why do speakers refuse to work properly? Understanding all this is easier than it seems. The main problem is finding the cause of the device malfunction. It is often discovered by eliminating certain situations.

Incorrect connection

The first and very common reason for the failure of any device connected to a computer is an incorrect connection. Therefore, there is no need to panic at first.

The computer does not see the speakers? It is necessary to check how correctly the user connected them. There are several slots on the PC panel. They are usually painted in different colors and marked with a variety of miniatures.

If the speakers are connected correctly, the plug will be plugged into the connector. You need to find the socket near which the headphones are shown. This is where the speakers are included.

Some people prefer a USB headset. In this case, the speakers must be connected to a USB port. Be sure to turn on the device to the network.

Sound card

Why doesn't the computer see the speakers? For example, if the user can confidently say that the headset connection was correct, it is more likely that the reason lies in the sound card.

You need to go to To do this, right-click on the “My Computer” icon, then select the appropriate service. Next, the user selects the “Sound, gaming and video devices” item.

What's on the list? If some work fine or with errors, the situation can be corrected without any problems. But more on that later. Indeed, in such circumstances, it is not the computer that does not see the speakers, but the operating system that requires an appropriate package of additional programs for proper operation.

When there are no speakers or sound devices in the above list, it is generally assumed that the sound card is malfunctioning. It is recommended to connect another headset. Did the error happen again? Then you can safely change the sound card in your PC.

Drivers

What should you do if the computer does not see the speakers (there is no sound), but they are displayed in the “Device Manager”? Most likely, the cause of the problem is damaged or outdated drivers.

Reinstalling or updating the appropriate software will help correct the situation. To do this you need:

1. Go to the speaker manufacturer's website.
2. Find the model of the device connected to the PC in the list.
3. Download the latest driver for the speakers. Be sure to pay attention to what version of the operating system the content is downloaded for.
4. Install the driver or update it. The process is not much different from initializing a regular program.

Equipment malfunction

But this is not all the situations that users may encounter. What to do if the computer does not see the speakers?

It would be a good idea to check the device for serviceability. Often it is damage to the speakers that leads to them not coping with their task. To bring your idea to life, another PC will work well.

Speaker malfunction is a problem that is inherent mainly in old equipment. This can be resolved either by repairing faults or replacing the headset.

Incompatibility

Another feature that users are increasingly encountering is the incompatibility of connected equipment with the operating system or PC hardware. Correcting the situation is not so difficult.

The computer does not see the speakers? You need to check that the machine meets the minimum system requirements of the device. If they are satisfied, the reason the device is not working is something else.

System requirements not met? Then the following outputs are offered:

1. Buy new speakers compatible with your computer. This is relevant if the PC is new and the connected equipment has been working for a long time.
2. Upgrade your computer to suit your speakers' needs.

There are no more options. It is precisely because of the incompatibility of devices that it is recommended to carefully study the system requirements of any equipment before purchasing.

System settings

Has your computer stopped seeing your speakers? If the device was working normally up to a certain point, and then suddenly stopped performing its functions, it is best to check the operating system settings. More precisely, all the programs and options that work using the headset.

It is likely that the operating system recognized the speakers, but did not set them as a sound playback device. To correct the situation, you need:

1. Click on the right mouse button on the image of the gramophone in the lower right part of the screen (near the clock) in the operating system.
2. Select "Playback Devices".
3. In the "Playback" tab, select the connected speakers and click on the "Default" button.

Other problems

In fact, these are not all the reasons why the computer does not see the speakers. There are still a lot of them. Users may encounter this issue under the following circumstances:

1. The computer is infected with viruses. Usually, in this case, the OS suddenly stops recognizing the headset for no apparent reason. The PC is treated, after which the problem is successfully resolved.
2. The user has a pirated copy of the OS installed. Replacing the system or reinstalling it helps get rid of the problem. Sometimes just restarting your computer is enough.
3. System failure. No one is safe from them. The computer does not see the speakers? Windows 7 or any other system is not so important. If all the previously listed methods did not help, you can roll back the system to the moment when the device was working properly.

It is not so easy to predict the true reason for a device failure. The computer does not see the speakers and does not play sound - two similar problems. And every user should be able to distinguish between them.

Millions of PC users took advantage of the free upgrade to Windows 10. They were able to evaluate all the advantages and disadvantages of the new operating system, including a considerable number of errors that arose due to incompatibility of equipment with 10, incorrect system settings, and lack of necessary software. Sound was no exception in this regard. Windows 10 users have already received the Creators Update, and will soon receive the Full Creators Update. However, the error “Sound devices are not installed on Windows 10” continues to occur. What to do in this case and how to fix it?

Ways to solve the problem when sound devices are not installed on Windows 10

If you encounter a message that no sound devices are installed and you don’t know what to do on Windows 10, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the following recommendations.

Method number 1. Troubleshooting

If this problem appears on Windows 10 after an update or a clean installation of the operating system, you should use a standard troubleshooting tool. To do this we do the following:

• Right-click on the speaker icon (located in the lower right corner of the desktop in the system tray) and select “Detect sound problems.”

• A small window will appear. Click “Detect problems”. And we wait for the verification to complete.

• The wizard will detect problems and notify you about them. We choose options for action. Often, this is the “Apply this fix” option.

• After fixing the problem, you should restart your computer.

Method number 2. Device update

If your device stops playing sound after installing an update for Windows 10, the drivers may have gone missing. To correct this situation, you need to do the following:

• Right-click on the Start icon and select Device Manager.

• A new window will open. From the list, select “Audio devices” and find “Device that supports High Definition Audio.”

• Right-click on the element and select “Update Drivers”. We select search on the PC (if drivers are downloaded) or automatic on the network (in this case, the system can install its own driver from Microsoft).

After updating the software, you must reboot the system for the changes to take effect.

Method No. 3. Clean installation of software

You can find a dozen sites on the Internet that offer to download sound drivers. However, you should download software ONLY from the official websites of motherboard or sound card developers. Moreover, the drivers are distributed free of charge and the only issue is system security.

Therefore, we find sound drivers on the website. Select the version and bitness of Windows. After downloading, you can install them. To do this, you can select the option to update or double-click to launch the software and follow the prompts of the installer wizard.

IMPORTANT! If the drivers are not suitable for Windows 10, they can be installed in compatibility mode.

Method number 4. Setting audio playback options

If the methods of installing software for the sound card did not help solve the problem, it is worthwhile to correctly configure the sound parameters. To do this we do the following:

• Go to “Control Panel” and select “Sound”.

• A small window will appear. From the list, select the device that is responsible for playing sound. Right-click on it and select “Properties”.

• Another window will open. Go to the “Improvements” tab. Here we check the “Disable all improvements” checkbox. Click “Apply”.

• After making these changes, you need to restart your PC and check the result.

If the above methods did not help solve the problem, it is worth checking that the sound device itself is connected correctly to the PC and make sure that it is working.