Laptop audio driver crashing

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Sound stops working suddenly and requires a restart.

Symptoms
  • Sudden silence
  • Audio service error
  • Buzzing sound before crash
Possible Causes
  • Driver conflict
  • Memory leak
  • Corrupt system files

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Restart Audio Service

Open services.msc and restart "Windows Audio".

2

Reinstall Driver

Uninstall the driver and install a fresh version.

3

Disable Enhancements

Turn off "Audio Enhancements" in sound properties.

When to See a Technician

Audio driver crashes are often caused by third-party "enhancement" software or corrupt driver files.

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