The computer does not see the speakers

A personal computer can sometimes present an unpleasant surprise to the user, for example, it stops playing sound through the speakers. In this article we will try to find a solution to this problem. There can be several reasons for such a malfunction, and any user can deal with them. All it takes is a little attention and perseverance.

Why the computer does not see the speakers: reasons

The simplest and at the same time common reason is accidentally turning off the volume on the notification panel. You need to make sure that the volume slider is set to the middle of the scale and the speaker icon is not crossed out.

If you right-click on the volume icon, it will open volume mixer, in this menu all items must be enabled.

If the above points are in order, we continue to look for the cause of the problem. Below the volume mixer is the “playback devices” menu. The speaker icon should be marked with a green checkmark. It happens that at this point there are no speakers. To solve the problem, you need to click on the unoccupied space and select the action “show disabled devices”. After clicking, the speakers will appear and you will have the option to turn them on.

When connecting jbl speakers to a PC (personal computer) for the first time, you need to make sure that the wires are connected correctly. Many system units are marked with images of headphones or speakers.

The integrity of the wires and the serviceability of the speakers can be checked when connecting to other devices.

There are also speaker systems with a direct connection to USB. It is worth remembering that some types of USB ports are not compatible. For example, a device labeled as USB 3.0 is not always compatible with USB 1.1 and vice versa. Typically, higher speed connectors are indicated in blue.

How to fix problems

If the user is sure that the speakers are working and connected correctly, it is worth checking the sound card. To do this, go to “my computer” and right-click to access the “device manager” submenu. This menu will help determine whether the PC sees the sound card. Even if there is a yellow icon under the “Sound Card” icon, the problem can be solved.

Attention! Worse, if the sound card is not displayed at all, and later (after installing the drivers) the situation did not change, then the sound card may fail.

Outdated driver

All important PC components have drivers. A sound card is no exception, and drivers for it are usually installed automatically when the operating system boots. However, as a result of a failure or damage by a virus, the drivers may not work correctly. This can happen even if there is a sudden power outage. It is to eliminate such failures that experts recommend using a UPS (uninterruptible power supply unit).

Driver update

The update procedure is quite simple.You just need to go to the website of the manufacturer of the connected equipment and download the current version of the driver. You should be careful about choosing the correct OS (operating system) and the model of the speaker system for which you are downloading the driver.

You can also use one of the driver update programs. Such programs automatically scan your PC and install the necessary system components.

After installing or updating the driver, you must restart your computer.

Worth remembering! An outdated driver negatively affects the operation of the equipment and leads to a decrease in the performance of the entire system.

Experienced users advise updating drivers once every 3-4 months, or after installing any new equipment.

Virus attack

With the development of Internet traffic, the threat of infection by a virus or malware (software) has increased significantly. You should not neglect installing a modern antivirus, even if it is paid. As practice shows, restoring a damaged system and important data turns out to be more expensive.

When a computer is infected with a virus, problems arise with various components of the OS. The screen resolution may change and the sound or Internet connection may be lost. If there is no sound, you should check for a sound card driver and scan your computer for viruses.

If the sound cannot be restored, you will probably need to reinstall the operating system.

Incompatibility

Sometimes users encounter the problem of no sound from the speakers when connecting outdated equipment.If you use an old audio system with a new PC (laptop), or buy new acoustics for an old computer. In this case, only replacing the outdated component will help. When purchasing new speakers, you need to make sure they are compatible with your existing PC.

Depending on windows

Often the reason for the lack of sound in the speakers can be a pirated version of the OS. Such operating systems may contain errors and bugs that cannot be fixed on your own. In addition, by purchasing a licensed OS, the user receives qualified service support.

Some licensed drivers will simply be impossible to install on a pirated copy of the system, and such a system itself may be infected with malicious software. Solving sound problems is no different on versions 7, 8 or 10.

BIOS errors

This malfunction can occur if an unprepared user enters the BIOS menu. Earlier versions of this subsystem are not translated and without the appropriate knowledge you can easily damage your PC.

To reset the BIOS to factory settings, you will have to open the system unit.

Worth remembering! Any actions inside the system unit must be carried out after the PC has been completely de-energized.

After removing the side cover of the system unit, you need to find the battery; as a rule, it is located in a prominent place on the system board and is easily visible. When you remove the battery for a few minutes, the BIOS subsystem is reset to factory settings.

How to set up your speakers correctly

What you should pay attention to first after the sound disappears from the PC speakers.

• Volume icon on desktop.
• Availability of connected speakers in the “playback devices” menu.
• The integrity of the connected wires and the correctness of their connection.
• You should check the functionality of the speakers themselves.
• It is worth making sure that the sound card is present in the device manager.
• It is necessary to check the presence and relevance of the installed sound card driver.
• You should scan your PC for viruses.
• If you recently visited the BIOS subsystem, you should make sure that there are no changes in the sound settings.

As practice shows, in solving problems with the lack of sound in bluetooth speakers on a computer, the most difficult thing is to find the cause of this malfunction.

Knowing the cause of the problem, you can quickly correct the problem and avoid its occurrence in the future. By following the points in this short article, you can quite easily find the problem and fix it. And the additional knowledge gained from this text will help you avoid other unpleasant breakdowns.