Solving Audio Problems

Problem

Computer does not beep after the Power-On Self-Test (POST)

Internal speaker produces no sound

Possible Cause

System beeps have been turned down.

The volume controls on the left side of the computer may be set too low.

Line input may not be connected properly.

Headphones or speakers are connected to the stereo headphone jack, which disables the internal speakers.

Solution

Use the Fn+F5 hotkeys to turn up the system volume.

Adjust the volume of the stereo speakers using the volume control buttons on the left side of the computer. The left button adjusts the volume up; the right button adjusts the volume down.

Use the volume control and mixing features available in Control PanelMultimedia.

Adjust the volume using the speaker icon on the taskbar.

Check line input connection.

Disconnect the headphones or external speakers to enable the internal speakers.

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Compaq E500 specifications Solving Audio Problems, Possible Cause, Solution