How To Fix No Sound After Windows 11 Update

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Microsoft's most recent operating system, Windows 11, included a brand-new user interface and several intriguing features. such any significant upgrade, though, it could occasionally bring about unforeseen problems, such the loss of hearing following the update. We've got you covered if you're experiencing the annoying issue of no sound after updating to Windows 11. We'll look at four practical fixes for the "No Sound After Windows 11 Update" problem in this blog post.

Examine the sound settings

Making sure your sound settings are configured properly is the first step in addressing sound-related issues. You can check and modify your sound settings by following these steps:

  1. Click the speaker icon in the taskbar with the right mouse button and choose "Open Sound settings."
  2. Go to the "Output" section of the Sound settings window.
  3. Verify the default device is set to the appropriate output device, such as speakers or headphones.
  4. Make sure the volume is set to an audible level and is not muted.

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Update or Revert Audio Drivers

After a Windows upgrade, outdated audio drivers can cause sound difficulties. Update or roll back your audio drivers to fix this:

  • Press "Windows + X" and select "Device Manager" from the menu.
  • Expand "Sound, video, and game controllers".
  • Right-click your audio device and select "Update driver."
  • Select "Search automatically for updated driver software" and follow the on-screen instructions to upgrade.

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If updating the driver doesn't work, roll back to a previous version:

  • Right-click the audio device in Device Manager and select "Properties."
  • Click "Roll Back Driver" on the "Driver" tab if accessible. If not, no driver version can be rolled back.

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Check Windows Audio Services

Windows Audio Services are necessary for sound playback. Sound troubles may occur if they are halted or malfunctioning. How to check and restart Windows Audio Services:

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  1. Start by pressing "Windows + R" to launch Run.
  2. Enter "services.msc" 
  3. Find "Windows Audio" and "Windows Audio Endpoint Builder." in Services.
  4. Double-click each service and set "Startup type" to "Automatic."
  5. Click "Start" to start services if any are not operating.

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Troubleshooter 

Windows 11's built-in troubleshooter fixes common system issues, including sound. To use this tool:

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  • Start by pressing "Windows + I" to launch Settings.
  • Select "Troubleshoot" from the left sidebar under "System".
  • Section "Troubleshoot" > "Additional troubleshooters."
  • Run "Playing Audio" troubleshooter.

Conclusion

No sound after a Windows 11 upgrade might be unpleasant, but these four solutions will help you solve it. Start by verifying your sound settings and selecting the right output device. Driver issues can be fixed by updating or reverting audio drivers. Verifying Windows Audio Services and utilizing the built-in troubleshooter can also help fix the sound issue. Following these procedures should restore sound after a Windows 11 update.

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