Drivers Installed But No Sound Windows 8 -

Highlight your preferred speakers/headphones and click . 3. Run the Audio Troubleshooter

If your audio drivers are installed but you still have no sound in Windows 8, the issue is often caused by a stalled system service or incorrect playback settings. 1. Restart the Windows Audio Service Drivers Installed But No Sound Windows 8

Even if drivers are active, the background service that manages sound may have crashed or failed to start. Highlight your preferred speakers/headphones and click

Open the (point to the top-right corner), select Search , type "Sound," and click Settings . Windows might be trying to send audio to

Windows might be trying to send audio to a disconnected monitor (HDMI) or a "ghost" device instead of your speakers.

Double-click , then click Services . Locate Windows Audio in the list. Right-click it and select Restart . Confirm the status now says Running . 2. Verify the Correct Playback Device