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12-04-2019 10:24 AM
Hello, so I just bought a laptop (hp pavilion gaming 15-cx0015nc) and I have a problem with audio. When I connect either headphones or speakers the sound only comes from the left one and the right one remains silent. The thing is that when I test them the computer tells me that there is sound from both sides but the real outcome is from the left one only. I have tried several different headphones and speakers and everytime it goes the same. I have tried to look it up online but the only solution they recommend is that the balance is different in each one but when I get to the levels section in Sounds there is no difference between left and right. I have also tried installing new updates but that didnt work neither.
I am desperate to find the solution so any tip counts.
Thanks.
12-06-2019 02:44 PM
@daveedek Welcome to HP Community!
I understand that the left side of the speaker is not working.
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Windows Audio is a Windows service that manages audio for Windows-based programs. If at all this service is stopped due to any reason, audio devices will not function properly.
To fix audio services, open the run command and launch services.msc. -
In the services window search for Windows Audio and right-click on it to select Start to start the audio service.
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And ensure the Startup Type is set to Automatic.
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Click Apply and OK.
Restart the computer and check if it works.
If the issue persists, try the steps mention on this link: Click here.
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12-14-2019 12:01 PM
Sadly none of what you recommended worked. I am beginning to believe that there is a problem somewhere in the jack, so it registers only one side. I am going to try to come to and conclusion with the seller. There shouldn´t be a problem with changing the device.
Anyways, thanks for helping
David
12-14-2019 02:30 PM
Thank you for the update.
In that case, I would suggest you contact phone support. They will help you.
Here is how you can get in touch with phone support.
1)Click on this link - www.hp.com/contacthp/
2)Select the product type.
3)Enter the serial number of your device or select let HP detect your product option.
4)Select the country from the drop-down.
5)You should see the HP phone support number or Chat option listed.
Have a nice day!!