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Fix: Motherboard Audio is Not Working in Windows 11
Updating the audio driver and changing some settings will do the trick
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Sometimes, you may encounter an issue where the motherboard audio may not work on your Windows 11 PC.
AWindows 11 PC producing no soundduring an online presentation while listening to music or watching a video can be frustrating and is undoubtedly a matter of worry.
Why is my motherboard audio not working in Windows 11?
There could be different reasons why the motherboard audio of your Windows 11 PC may not be working, such as:
How do I fix it when the motherboard audio is not working?
Before you proceed with the primary methods, make sure to run the preliminary checks below to see if it helps fix the issue:
If the above steps do not help you fix the motherboard audio problem, and if it’s still not working, you can continue to try the workarounds below.
1. Update audio drivers
Once done, close Device Manager and restart your PC. Now, check if the motherboard sound problem is resolved.
If theWindows Update service is not running, we recommend a few practical methods to fix the issue.
2. Run the Windows audio troubleshooter
Now, close the Settings app, restart your PC, and check whether the motherboard audio is working. However, ifthere is still a problem with the audio device, here’s what you can do.
3. Set the audio device as the default
You can now restart your PC and check if the motherboard audio is working fine or not. You can also follow the instructions in our detailed guide toset the default speakers on Windows 11.
4. Disable audio enhancements
Once done, close the dialog box, reboot your device and check if the motherboard sound problem is fixed or persists.
5. Restart audio services
Now, exit the Services window, and restart your PC. The motherboard audio is not working issue should be fixed now.
If theaudio services are not responding in Windows 11, here’s an expert guide on what you can do to fix the issue.
How do I know if my motherboard sound is working?
To check if your motherboard sound is working or if it has a problem, follow the below instructions:
This indicates that your computer successfully detects the audio card, and the motherboard sound is working fine.
You must also check the sound settings, for example,if your Lenovo laptop (or any other device) is set to mute or if it has been disabled.
Alternatively, you can trydifferent audio formatsto check if that helps fix the mother sound problem.
Do leave a message in the comments section below for any other queries related to audio issues on your Windows 11 device.
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Madhuparna Roy
A diploma holder in computers and with a keen interest in technology, Madhuparna is passionate about writing How-to guides and helping people solve the most intricate Windows issues.
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