HP 205 G1 manual Solving Audio Problems, Select Device Manager

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Table 7-6Solving Audio Problems (continued)

Sound does not come out of the speaker or headphones.

Cause

Solution

 

 

The application is set to use a different audio device than

Some graphics cards support audio over the DisplayPort

speakers.

connection (if applicable), so multiple audio devices may be listed

 

in Device Manager. Make sure the correct device is being used.

 

To access Device Manager in Windows 8, from the Start screen,

 

type c, select Control Panel from the list of applications, and then

 

select Device Manager.

 

 

Some applications can select which audio output device is used.

Make sure the application has selected the correct audio device.

 

 

The operating system controls may be set to use a different audio

Set the operating system to use the correct audio device.

device as the default output device than what is expected.

 

 

 

Sound from headphones is not clear or muffled.

Cause

Solution

Headphones are plugged into the rear audio output connector. The rear audio output connector is for powered audio devices and is not designed for headphone use.

Plug the headphones into the headphone connector on the front of the computer.

Computer appears to be locked up while recording audio.

Cause

Solution

The hard disk may be full.

Before recording, make sure there is enough free space on the hard disk. You can also try recording the audio file in a compressed format.

Line-in jack is not functioning properly.

Cause

Solution

Jack has been reconfigured in the audio driver or application software.

In the audio driver or application software, reconfigure the jack or set the jack to its default value.

There is no sound or sound volume is too low.

Cause

Solution

The application is set to use a different audio device than speakers.

Some graphics cards support audio over the DisplayPort connection (if applicable), so multiple audio devices may be listed in Device Manager. Make sure the correct device is being used.

To access Device Manager in Windows 8, from the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel from the list of applications, and then select Device Manager.

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Default is enabledBus Options Device OptionsRecovering the Configuration Settings Safety and Comfort Before You Call for Technical Support Troubleshooting Without DiagnosticsHelpful Hints 1Solving General Problems Solving General ProblemsComputer date and time display is incorrect Cause Solution Computer will not respond to keyboard or mouse CauseCause Solution Solving General ProblemsThere is no sound or sound volume is too low Cause Solution Cannot remove computer cover or access panel Cause SolutionUnder Windows System, click Run Solution 2Solving Power Problems Solving Power ProblemsPower supply shuts down intermittently Cause Solution Solving Hard Drive Problems Solving Hard Drive Problems3Solving Hard Drive Problems Computer will not boot from hard drive Cause Solution Storage Boot Order listStorage Boot Order Computer seems to be locked up Cause SolutionSolving Media Card Reader Problems Solving Media Card Reader Problems4Solving Media Card Reader Problems Can not write to the media card Cause5Solving Display Problems Solving Display ProblemsBlank screen no video Cause Solution Screen resolution Solving Display ProblemsImage is not centered Cause Solution Dim characters Cause SolutionSelect the monitor’s Auto-Adjustment option No Connection, Check Signal Cable displays on screen CauseOut of Range displays on screen Cause Monitor’s on-screen display menu6Solving Audio Problems Solving Audio ProblemsSound from headphones is not clear or muffled Cause Solving Audio ProblemsThere is no sound or sound volume is too low Cause Select Device ManagerThere is no sound or sound volume is too low Cause Solution Solving Printer Problems Solving Printer Problems7Solving Printer Problems 8Solving Keyboard Problems Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems9Solving Mouse Problems Mouse does not respond to movement or is too slow CauseSolving Hardware Installation Problems Solving Hardware Installation Problems10Solving Hardware Installation Problems New device is not recognized as part of the system CauseComputer will not start Cause Solution Solving Network Problems Solving Network Problems11Solving Network Problems Power SavingsNetwork status link light never flashes Cause Solution Wake-on-LAN feature is not functioning Cause SolutionAdvanced Device Options S5 Wake on LAN Diagnostics reports a failure Cause Solution Correct operating modeSettings for the board Cable CorrectlyNew network card will not boot Cause Solution Solving Memory Problems12Solving Memory Problems Solving Memory ProblemsOut of memory error Cause Memory count during Post is wrong Cause SolutionSolving CD-ROM and DVD Problems Solving Processor Problems13Solving Processor Problems Some fans only operate when needed14Solving CD-ROM and DVD Problems Solving CD-ROM and DVD ProblemsComputer Setup utility Security Network BootCannot eject compact disc tray-load unit Cause Solving USB Flash Drive ProblemsSolving Front Panel Component Problems Solving Front Panel Component Problems15Solving USB Flash Drive Problems Set to Enabled in Security USB Security Solving Internet Access ProblemsUnable to connect to the Internet Cause Solution Click Internet OptionsSolving Software Problems Solving Software ProblemsType the password for the account Select Automatic RepairContacting Customer Support Why run HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi HP PC Hardware DiagnosticsHow to access and run HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to a USB devicePage Backup and recovery in Windows Backup and RecoveryBacking up your information To recover information you previously backed up Performing a system recoveryFollow the on-screen instructions Backup and Recovery Using f11 recovery tools Post Error Messages Post Error MessagesPost Numeric Codes and Text Messages 1Numeric Codes and Text MessagesPost Numeric Codes and Text Messages Reseat power supply fan Flash Screen Image Corrupted Flash Screen image has errorsReconfigure card resources and/or run Computer Setup or Windows utilitiesEmulation to IDE, and select File Save Try a different USB key device for Inventory error during MEBx executionSystem Bios version Functionality contained in the system BiosGeneral error during MEBx execution System Bios and ME firmware2Diagnostic front panel LEDs and audible codes Interpreting Post diagnostic front panel LEDsPossible Cause Recommended Action White Power LED On ActivityPossible Cause Recommended Action Interpreting Post diagnostic front panel LEDsRecovery Mode section of the Desktop Red Power LED flashes sevenInstall a TXT capable processor Previously enabled on thisEstablishing a Setup or Power-on password Password Security and Resetting CmosEstablishing a Setup or Power-on password Clearing and resetting the Cmos Resetting the Setup and Power-on passwordPassword Security and Resetting Cmos Cmos button Japanese Power Cord Requirements Power Cord Set RequirementsGeneral requirements Country-specific requirements Country-specific requirementsCountry Accrediting Agency Specifications SpecificationsAppendix B Specifications Index 109 Power-on Setup Optical drive connectorMemory Monitor Mouse Network Power Printer Wlan module Removing battery ResettingWlan module removing Spare part number 7, 9 Index
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