HP PCs - No sound from speakers

If no sound comes from the speakers or headphones connected to your computer, an application controlling the device might be preventing other applications from using the speakers or headphones.

1. Restart your computer, and then test the audio to see if the problem is fixed.

Run Audio Check in HP Support Assistant to make sure that the audio device is functioning properly.

1. Go to HP Support Assistant to download and install the HP Support Assistant software, if it is not already installed on your computer.

2. In Windows, search for and open HP Support Assistant.

3. On the My Dashboard tab, click Fixes & Diagnostics.

   

4. Click Audio Check in the One click fixes section.

5. Click Next, and then wait for the audio test to complete.

   

6. Review the test results on the audio and microphone diagnostic results sections, and then click Test Audio.

   

7. If sound is not heard correctly, click Unable to Hear Audio and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Automatically identify and fix audio errors with the Windows sound troubleshooting tool.

1. Right-click the notification area speaker icon , and then select Troubleshoot sound problems.

2. Select the device you want to troubleshoot, and then click Next to start the troubleshooter.

3. If a recommended action displays, select Apply this fix, and then test for sound.

If you are using external speakers or headphones, they might be faulty.

1. Connect and try to use other speakers or headphones with your computer. If they produce sound without problems, the original device is faulty.

   Note:

   If you use Bluetooth or wireless devices, make sure that they are paired per the manufacturer's instructions.

Use Windows Update to update to the latest audio drivers available for your computer.

1. In Windows, search for and open Check for updates. Install any available updates.