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Sound problems

There are a number of ways for sound playback to break on your computer. Which of the topics below best describes the problem you are experiencing?

I can't hear any sounds on the computer — Check that it's not muted, that cables are plugged in properly, and that the sound card is detected.I hear crackling or buzzing when sounds are playing — Check your audio cables and sound card drivers.

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