Laptop speakers not working
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No sound comes from the laptop speakers, even when volume is up.
Symptoms
- Silence
- Audio service error
- Red "X" on volume icon
Possible Causes
- Audio service stopped
- Headphone jack stuck
- Driver corruption
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Check Output Device
Ensure "Speakers" is selected, not HDMI or Bluetooth.
2
Restart Audio Service
Restart "Windows Audio" in services.msc.
3
Test with Headphones
If headphones work, the internal speakers or cable might be dead.
When to See a Technician
Sometimes the headphone jack sensor gets stuck, making the laptop think headphones are always plugged in.
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