Windows 8 has a built-in tool specifically designed to find and fix common audio configuration errors. How to Fix Audio Problems on Windows 8 / Windows 8.1
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
In the tab, right-click on an empty area and check both Show Disabled Devices and Show Disconnected Devices . Drivers Installed But No Sound Windows 8
Right-click in the bottom-left corner of the screen and select .
If your speakers appear as disabled, right-click them and select . Windows 8 has a built-in tool specifically designed
Windows might be trying to send audio to a disconnected monitor (HDMI) or a "ghost" device instead of your speakers.
Even if drivers are active, the background service that manages sound may have crashed or failed to start. Restart the Windows Audio Service In the tab,
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