How to Fix Computer Sound Problems

Published by dipti, on December 1st, 2011, in the categories: computer speakers

Suppose while playing audio files on the computer, its speakers stop functioning all of a sudden then what one must do in order to fix such sound related problems in computer?


There can be a lot of factors that may affect proper functioning of sound of the computer. Making changes in the operating system, installing new devices or any program on computer or a virus attack can create problem in computer speakers. Sometimes sound problem may occur due to delay in updating sound drivers. Thankfully we have solutions to all such computer sound related problems. Let’s discuss some tips to fix computer sound problems.

You can start by examining audio card. Check whether audio card is attached to the socket or not. All you have to do is enter into BIOS settings and open Integrated Peripherals and look out for AC97 audio. Once you find it, set it to Active or Enable mode and exit BIOS mode by saving the changes you have made. Another possible reason can be defect in Audio sound card and to check it right click on the My Computer icon, select Manage and then click on Device Manager. There you can look out for Audio Sound Card. Wrong insertion of speaker cables in the computer port may interrupt in proper functioning of the speakers. Always make sure that you insert speaker cable in right port only and not in any other computer port. If you are unable to hear audio, check for the volume level by clicking on the speaker icon present on the Task Bar of computer.

80% of sound related problem in computer is due to corrupted sound drivers. If you hear sound static sound while playing audio files, it means that your sound driver needs to be updated. You can find end number of sites online from which you can update sound drivers but the most trusted method is to perform updates from Windows website. Windows update will look in Microsoft database for sound drivers thereby giving you best drivers for your computer. You can utilize automatic updates option by turning it on or off. You can check for this option in System and Security available in the Control Panel.

Suppose if computer audio stops functioning all of a sudden due to some changes made in the volume settings by mistake, the best way to come out of this problem is System Restore. This is the very best way to get rid of computer sound problem. System Restore will undo all the changes made recently hence switching back to settings prior to the occurrence of error. Another possible way is to reinstall the audio driver once again. You can use the drivers CD available with you and if not then you can download drivers through net and do reinstallation once again. Once you have installed audio driver, you can test built in speakers individually through Sound Effect Manager option of Control Panel. There you will find one Speaker Test tab that you can use to check whether both computer speakers are working or not?

There may be various possible reasons for problems related to computer sound but if the problem is diagnosed then the task becomes easy. Troubleshooting computer sound problem on your own is the best option if problem is related to audio driver. However if there are technical issues related to computer speakers then instead of experimenting it is better to contact computer service center for the solution.

High Quality Low Volume Stereo Speakers

Published by HqSpeakers, on August 1st, 2011, in the categories: computer speakers

As long as you use stereo speakers, you can set their volume to a high level or to a low level.

There are no low volume stereo speakers on market. There are only stereo speakers and this is it. If you don't like to listen to music using a high level of the volume, you are always capable of setting the level of the volume to a low level.


I have found on Amazon something that I think that you will love: I am talking about the SuperTooth Disco High Power Bluetooth Stereo Speaker. Don't let yourself fooled by the “high”, which is in the name of the product. This means that the product is available to offer you a high quality or high-performance in sound. The price of this stereo speaker is of $117.60. As you can see from my expression, this is only a single stereo speaker. On Amazon, it has received 4 stars and a half. Which means that the product is more than appreciated by those who bought it. This product is sold and it's shipped by Blutekusa. There are also 2 used stereo speakers of the same kind, which have a starting price from $105.99. This speaker is available of streaming music files using the Bluetooth A2DP profile. This can be done from a smartphone or personal computer that comes equipped with the same technology that is integrated in the creation of this stereo speaker. In the devices do not speak the same language, they will not be able to understand one to another.


This is a portable and lightweight item and it allows you to listen to your favorite music anywhere you are. It has a rechargeable battery, that can be charged at a moments thanks to the power adapter that comes with this product. Among the functions that you can use, we can name: the Next function, Stop, Volume up, Volume down, Pause, Previous, Play. The weight of this product is of 3.8 pounds. The name of the product says this is a disco item, but as I said in the previous paragraph, you can use it wherever you go, and I imagine that you go in different locations, not only in discos. The product offers you a high quality and clarity of the sound and the powerful bass. It is very easy to use and if you want to hear only yourself the music that is played by it, you can connect the 3.5 mm stereo cable, that allow you to connect the headphones. More information about this product, if you search for the name of the product online.

Installing Computer Speakers

Published by HqSpeakers, on July 30th, 2011, in the categories: computer speakers

When you buy some new computer speakers, first of all you have to install them and then you have to download the software program from the Internet or simply to insert the CD or the DVD that came with the computer speakers, in the drive in order to make the computer to understand that now it has a new component and it must work with it properly.

But many problems can appear during the installation of the computer speakers. If you're not good at this operation or if you have never done this before, most likely you will encounter some issues. There are several methods of installing the speakers. I will not talk about the hardware procedure, simply because I do not know what computer model you have and because this operation is different from one computer brand to another. Even the same brand can have two different computers, that require special attention.


If you think at an X computer released in 2004, it will have another installation procedure that the computer released in 2011. Of course, this is caused not only by the hardware equipment and components installed in that computer, but also because of the operating system and software programs that run in the computer. Because I have mentioned the computer released in 2004, I will speak about how you can realize the installation of the computer speakers, by installing only the driver that allows the speakers to be recognized by your computer. The information is taken directly from the Microsoft site. Most likely when you get a new program or a new component for your computer, you will receive a CD or DVD that has the information stored in it, information that allows you to make the computer to understand how the new component work parts works. So usually you will get CDs that basically install the driver by themselves. Nevertheless, if we speak about older operating systems and older drivers, you have to do the installation manually. As any other thing that is done inside your computer, the installation of the computer speaker is done beginning with the Start button. After this, you have to point to Settings, then make sure you reach the Control Panel. Make sure to click Add New Hardware. You have to click on Next several times and when you will be asked about the type of the hardware, click on Sound, Video, And Game Controllers. Select that you have the disk of the installation and then copy the information that is stored on the disk in your computer.


During the installation, there may appear problems such as the disconnection of the computer from the wall power source or the remaining without battery power, if you use a laptop computer. To be certain that this does not happen, if you use a laptop, make sure that the battery is fully loaded. If you use a desktop computer, you better start praying the electric current will not be interrupted during your installation.

Do USB Speakers Slow Down The Computer

Published by HqSpeakers, on July 30th, 2011, in the categories: computer speakers

The peripherals should not slow down the computer, but in some of the cases, if the computer is full of applications, music tracks, movies, photos, e-mails and more, it will find it difficult to process some information. And if this information is related to the connection to a TV, connection to a speaker or to a printer, the computer might experience some problems.

These problems can be showed in different ways: either the computer will not function at the standard parameters, or the speaker, the TV, the printer, the scanner will not function properly and you will think that they have a possible problem, and this can be generated by a full hard drive.


The stereo speakers that may be connected to the computer, whether you connect them via the USB cable or Wirelessly should not slow down the activity of your computer. They are supposed to bring performance to your computer, not to slow it down. Nevertheless when you experience a problem like this, you should first see if you have enough space in your hard drive to install another driver for an USB speaker or for a stereo speaker and, at the same time check if the RAM memory of the computer is functioning properly. You may experience some problems with the RAM memory, and you might not know. If you have the possibility of adding more chips to the memory module, you should do this as soon as you can. This is called the upgrade of the memory. Then users should not upgrade the memory from the first time he or she buys the computer; in time, you will experience problems like this and you will be forced to upgrade the memory you have in your computer. If you upgrade the memory from the start, when he will face problems like this, you will not be able to find a solution for the problem.


So if you're planning to get an USB stereo speaker, you can buy it without problems, because it will not interfere with the computer’s activity. Check online to see what are the best stereo speakers that can be connected to a computer via the USB cable. Or simply enter Amazon. If you don't know what speakers to buy, you will benefit of the assistance of the sales representatives that were there. You need to register on the site, the account will be created for free and also, you dont have to pay a thing to maintain the acount. Nevertheless, you will be required to provide the number of your credit or debit card, because in other manner you cannot pay with your card. Or, you can use the PayPal account, if you have one.

Polk Audio Computer Speakers

Published by HqSpeakers, on July 27th, 2011, in the categories: computer speakers

The computer speakers are some accessories that cannot be forgotten when you buy a computer. This is why on this site we tend to speak very much about computer speakers and car speakers. In fact the car speakers are also connected to a computer, the computer of the car.

What I was searching online for the best computer speakers, I have found a site named polkaudio.com. This site is said to be the speaker specialists.


This site has several tabs: Products, Where To Buy, Forums, Support. This is the world of the home theaters and stereo speakers. If you are a gamer or if you simply love to use your computer, you will find the sound that you need from Polk Audio. The speakers created by this company enhance the sound offered by a computer, but also by a TV. The sound surrounds you and no matter if you are playing a game or watching a movie, the characters from the screen will be brought to life in your bedroom or in your living room. If you don't have enough space in your room, you can buy smaller satellites and speakers; if you have plenty of room, they can buy a true stereo system, which is most likely represented by home theater system. The speakers use the same technology so you don't have to worry about the quality of the sound. Usually the speakers created by this company are white or black, but this does not mean that you cannot personalize them how you want it. The stereo speakers created by Polk Audio do not look, nor feel like toys. They are extremely advanced devices, allowing the users to discover a world of surround-sound. The speakers did not have pretensions; you can position them anywhere you want in your room, but my recommendation is to place them next to the computer or next to the TV, because you need to connect the speakers to one of those devices. And the cables that come from the speaker to the computer do not have kilometers.


The Polk Audio stereo speakers have received many awards during time, having an unprecedented history. This is thanks to the design of the speakers probably, or the overall performance offered by them. More information about computer speakers and about other brands, not only Polk Audio on our site. Make sure you visit the site from time to time, so that you will be permanently informed. And if you want to know when a new article is written in your favorite category, you can always subscribe to the newsletter.