Sound restoration. Why is there no sound on my computer? Restoring sound The speakers are connected but the computer says that they are not

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.

The computer is one of the most multifunctional inventions of mankind. If it once existed in the form of computers (electronic computers) and was intended only for carrying out calculations, now it has evolved very much.

Now a computer can be anything - even a TV, even a slot machine, even a music player. All these capabilities are provided by devices connected to the system unit. Therefore, it is necessary for the computer system to be able to recognize them and begin to interact. If, for example, the computer does not see the speakers, then this is a rather unpleasant situation - because then you will not be able to listen to music. We will consider this situation in the article, and also give recommendations for solving this problem.

First, let's look at the reasons that lead to the computer's inability to recognize connected speakers. Difficulties may arise here, since there are many reasons, and it is not always possible to recognize the true cause. But we will try to help you with small tips and tricks so that you can identify the cause of the problem and immediately move on to the method of eliminating it. So, the reasons that the computer does not see the speakers may be the following:

If you were able to determine the cause of the malfunction, then you can immediately proceed to reading the relevant part of the article, guided by the headings. If not, then read the entire article in order and follow all the step-by-step instructions given in it sequentially. Do this until the speakers start working.

Correct connection

If you connect the device incorrectly, then it is logical that it will not work. And this applies not only to speakers, but to all devices in general. But specifically with speakers the situation is more complicated. The fact is that connecting a device incorrectly is quite problematic, since each connector in the system unit is designed for the plug of the corresponding device, and if you try to connect the plug to the wrong connector, it simply will not fit there.

That is, theoretically, even the most inexperienced user can plug the plug into each connector one by one and finish doing it when he fits in there - and he won’t make a mistake. The speakers are a completely different story - the speaker jack and the microphone jack have the same shape, but if you plug the speaker plug into the headphone jack, nothing will work.

To properly connect your speakers to your computer, follow these steps:

1. First and most importantly, find the right connector and do not confuse it with another. The speaker jack is round and green in color, while the headphone jack is pink. Sometimes (mainly in more modern computers) the connectors are marked with corresponding logos, the meaning of which is intuitive. The connector you need, like all the others, is located on the back side of the system unit, but some computer models have additional connectors on the front bottom side of the system unit. This should also be taken into account.

   

2. When you have found the connector you need, insert the plug from your speakers into it.

   

3. Check if the computer has detected the speakers. Right-click on the icon "Speakers" on the taskbar.

   

4. Then click on "Playback Devices". If the devices display your speakers, then you have connected everything correctly.

   

   

5. Once you are sure that the computer has recognized the new connected device, check its functionality. Open any file on your computer that contains audio (music, video or game) and check whether the sound is played through the speakers. If there is no sound, then the problem was not a faulty connection.

   

Installing drivers

Any connected device will not work correctly if the necessary drivers for it are not installed on the computer. To avoid this problem, you need to check for the presence of drivers, and then install them if there are none.

Automatic installation

For automatic installation, follow the following step-by-step instructions:

1. Right-click on the shortcut "Computer" on the desktop, then click on menu "Properties".

   

2. Go to the menu "Device Manager".

   

3. Open the list "Sound, video and gaming devices" and find your audio device in this list.

   

   Note! Pay attention to the icon next to the device icon. If there is a yellow triangle with an exclamation mark next to it, this means that a problem has been detected with the device. Most likely, the reason is that either the drivers are not installed, or an outdated version is installed.

4. Right-click on your device and click on "Update drivers...".

   

   Right-click on the device and click on “Update drivers...”

5. The system will prompt you to perform an automatic search, or select drivers from a directory on your computer. Choose the first option.

   

6. Wait for the drivers to be automatically searched and installed.

   

Manual installation

Automatic installation does not always work. If it doesn't work for you, then you will have to install the drivers manually.

To do this, follow these steps:

1. Download the AIDA64 program. The program is paid, but you can download a free 30-day version on the website https://www.aida64russia.com/%D0%A1%D0%BA%D0%B0%D1%87%D0%B0%D1%82%D1%8C. Any version will do.

   

2. Run the file and wait for the automatic installation.

   

3. Launch the program and go to the tab "Multimedia", then click on "HD Audio". After this, information about the manufacturer of your sound card will appear on the right.

   

4. Now you need to go to the official website of the manufacturer. In this case, this is Realtek, whose official website is located at www.realtek.com. If you don’t know how to find the official website of your manufacturer, then enter “Official website %manufacturer name%” into the search engine. Go to the official website and click on "Downloads".

   

5. Select an item "High Definition Audio Codecs (Software)".

   

6. Accept the terms of the agreement, click "Next".

   

7. Select the version that matches your OS and its .

   

8. Select the region from whose server the download will be made. Select the region that is closer to you geographically (in our case, it is China).

   

9. Run the downloaded installer file.

   

10. Click "Next" and wait for the download to complete.

    

If the drivers are installed, but the speakers still do not work, then the drivers have nothing to do with it. Perhaps it's all about the virus.

Treating your computer for viruses

It is very easy to pick up a virus, especially if you download dubious files from dubious sites. Therefore, install an antivirus on your computer from the official website. You can easily find the official website from which you can download the installation file in any search engine. The antivirus installation process occurs automatically after running the downloaded file, so it does not require separate instructions.

You can download any virus, but you should pay special attention to the following:

• Kaspersky;
• Avast;
• DrWeb;
• McAfee.

All antiviruses work according to the same algorithm: first scan, then remove viruses. Scanning can be fast and detailed, but it is better to choose detailed. The screenshot below shows an example with Kaspersky antivirus.

Virus scanning and removal occurs automatically, which does not require the user to have any deep knowledge of computer technology.

If you managed to solve your speaker problem, then that's good, but there is no guarantee that it won't happen again. To minimize this likelihood, you should follow a few simple rules:

If none of the methods helped you, then the problem is not in your computer, but in the speakers themselves. In this case, contact your nearest service center where they will repair them for you.

Video - What to do if the PC does not see speakers or headphones?

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. Treating your computer and 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 perfect order, 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 starting, 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 because 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.

Video on the topic

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.

Computer technology often causes many problems and questions among users. You can connect a huge number of different kinds of devices to your computer. Sometimes computer owners equip their equipment with simple speakers or complex speaker systems. But this type of technology does not always function correctly. Users often complain that the computer does not see the speakers. For what reasons could such a problem arise? What needs to be done to correct the situation. Why might speakers refuse to work normally? All this is much easier to understand than it might seem at first glance. The main problem is finding the device fault. Often a malfunction is detected by eliminating certain situations.

Incorrect speaker connections

One of the most common reasons for the failure of any device connected to a computer is its incorrect connection. Don't panic at first. What to do if the computer does not see the speakers? First, you should check whether the user has connected the speakers correctly. There are several slots on the panel of the personal computer. They are usually painted in different colors and marked with miniature pictures. If the speakers are connected correctly, the plug will be included in the line-in connector. You need to find the socket near which there is an icon with headphones. This is where you need to connect the speakers. Some users prefer to use a USB headset. In this case, the speakers will be connected to the USB port. The device must be connected to the network.

Sound card

For what other reasons might a computer refuse to see the speakers? For example, if the user can say with complete confidence that the headset was connected correctly, then the reason is most likely related to the operation of the sound card. To determine the problem, you need to go to Device Manager. To do this, right-click on the “My Computer” icon and select the appropriate service. Then the user needs to select “Sound, game and video devices”. If some sound devices work normally or with errors, then the situation can be corrected without any problems. But we will talk about this a little later. Under such circumstances, the computer does not distinguish between speakers, and the operating system requires an appropriate package of additional programs to function properly. If there are no sound devices and speakers in the specified list, then we can conclude that the sound card is malfunctioning. In this case, it is recommended to connect another headset. What to do if the error happens again? In this case, you can safely change the sound card in your computer.

Drivers

What should I do if there is no sound, but the speakers appear in Device Manager? The cause of the problem is most likely due to damaged or outdated drivers. You can correct the situation by updating or reinstalling the appropriate software. To do this, you will need to go to the speaker manufacturer’s website, find the model of the device connected to your personal computer in the list provided, and download the latest driver. Be sure to pay attention to what OS version the content you download is intended for. After downloading, install or update the driver. This process is no different from initializing a simple program. Then it is recommended to restart your personal computer. The connected speakers should then work normally.

Equipment malfunction

We have not listed all the situations that users may encounter when connecting speakers to a personal computer. What to do if the computer refuses to see the speakers? You can check the device itself for serviceability. Often the cause of problems is damage to the speakers. To bring all your ideas to life, another personal computer is quite suitable. Speaker malfunction is a very important problem, which is typical mainly for old equipment. This can be resolved by troubleshooting or replacing the headset.

Incompatibility of connected equipment

Another problem that users may encounter when connecting speakers is the incompatibility of the connected equipment with the hardware of a personal computer or operating system. Correcting the situation is actually not as difficult as it might seem at first glance. What to do if the computer does not see the speakers? You should check whether the machine you are using meets the minimum system requirements of the device you are connecting to. If all the requirements are met, then the reason for the device’s failure to work may be something else. If the system requirements are not met, then the following methods can be proposed to solve the problem:

— purchase new speakers that are compatible with the computer you are using. This action will be relevant if you are using a new personal computer, and the equipment connected to it is already outdated.

— upgrade your computer so that it meets the requirements of the connected equipment.

No more options can be offered. It is precisely because of possible incompatibility that it is recommended to pay great attention to the system requirements of any equipment when purchasing.

System Settings

But what if the device worked normally until a certain point, and suddenly suddenly refused to perform its functions? In this case, it would be best to check the operating system settings, or more precisely, the options and programs that work with the headset. It is possible that the operating system recognized the connected speakers, but simply did not set them as a device for sound playback. To correct this situation, you must perform the following steps:

— right-click on the gramophone image at the bottom of the screen in the OS;

— select “Playback devices”;

— on the “Playback” tab, select the speakers to connect and click on the “Default” button. It is also recommended to adjust the audio volume. To do this, you also need to press the gramophone near the clock and adjust the position of the slider.

Possible problems

In fact, these are not all the reasons why a computer may not recognize speakers. Users may also encounter this issue under the following circumstances:

- computer infection with viruses. In this case, usually the operating system suddenly stops recognizing the headset for no apparent reason. In this case, it is necessary to treat PC. After this, the problem goes away on its own.

— the user is using a pirated copy of the OS. Replacing the operating system or reinstalling it will help get rid of the problem. In some cases, it may be enough to simply restart the computer.

— occurrence of system failures.

Many PCs are already equipped with speakers, but usually poor sound quality and volume force users to purchase separate speakers or even speaker systems.

Below is a guide on how to independently and at the same time correctly connect this equipment to a computer running the Windows 7 operating system.

Options

Currently, in addition to ordinary computer speakers, there is a huge variety of acoustic systems on sale. However, if in the first option there are rarely connection difficulties, then in the second there are some nuances.

The main thing is that before purchasing speakers, the user should definitely check the technical characteristics of the audio card installed in the PC.

In addition to the standard pair of stereo speakers, the following options are also very popular among computer owners:

1. Normal connection of a pair of speakers;
2. Connected to PC via USB connection;
3. Via bluetooth;
4. Acoustic system (5.1, 7.1).

Standard option

An ordinary desktop PC or laptop is always equipped with a special green connector (regardless of the manufacturer of the computer and its components, the color is always the same, i.e., complies with the global standard), into which the speaker plug is inserted.

Thus, if you use a pair of speakers of a 2.0 system or even in a set with a subwoofer, then the wire from them should simply be connected to the green connector of the sound card.

The procedure consists of the following steps:

In most cases, the “Seven”, immediately after connecting the speakers, displays a message on the monitor about the new equipment found. The user only needs to use this automatic notification and adjust the sound.

Sometimes Windows 7 does not see the columns and does not display the above menu. In this case, you need to perform the following several steps yourself:

Connecting speakers to a PC via USB

Before connecting, you must install drivers for sound-reproducing equipment.

If the device comes with a software disc, install its optical drive and install the software.

Otherwise, if there is no disk, you will have to first find suitable drivers on the global network by the name of the speaker model and, after downloading them, install them.

Then restart the computer, and only after that you can connect the device to one of the USB ports and start adjusting the sound.

If the software was installed correctly, the OS will automatically recognize the new hardware, and it will be ready for use.

Via Bluetooth

If your computer has a Bluetooth adapter, then you can choose the convenient “wireless” option. To do this you just need to follow a few steps:

1. Click on the button to turn on the speakers. Usually, their successful launch is indicated by a lit light on the speaker housing;
2. Next, activate the Bluetooth adapter on the computer and wait until the search for Bluetooth equipment is completed;
3. Then in the list of devices, click on the name of the speakers and click “connect”;
4. Ready. If everything is done correctly, then the light on the speakers usually begins to blink or it changes color.

Of course, it will be a little more difficult for owners of more advanced speaker systems with many speakers, for example, 5.1 or 7.1. At the same time, just one standard linear input to a PC is no longer enough.

In simple words, if you plan to use 5.1 equipment, then in addition to the green connector, there should be two more: orange and black. And if you have 7.1, you will have to purchase an external audio card.

But the connection algorithm will be almost the same, the main thing is that after making a wired connection between the speakers and with the PC sound card, do not forget to supply power to the speakers through the outlet and turn them on by pressing the special button.