Noise emanates from the headset connected to the mainboard
Noise emanates from the headset connected to the mainboard
Hello everyone. I recently assembled my latest PC this weekend: B450-F Strix, Ryzen 3600x with hyper 212 cooler, Crucial 2*8GB RAM. The issue started when I connected my Hyperx Cloud Core to the rear audio output of my motherboard. A buzzing or humming noise began, getting louder whenever I moved my mouse, scrolled pages, or used the PC. I tried various fixes—uninstalling/installing drivers, adjusting audio settings, installing old Realtek drivers, using generic Windows drivers—but nothing resolved it. I'm growing increasingly frustrated by this annoying sound! What can I do?
The noise likely comes from the headset connected to the motherboard, not the motherboard itself.
I think there might be an issue with the motherboard. Likely, insulation near the audio controller isn't correct, causing interference. This problem appears only when connecting via the board but not the front panel audio connector. You could try swapping the motherboard, using USB audio, or installing a front panel audio port.
It might result from an ungrounded USB port. That buzzing noise is quite typical. Numerous factors could be responsible. Poor ground connection, faulty motherboard port, or strong electrical interference from connected peripherals are all possible causes.
Checking if USB audio works with your setup is possible, but it might affect sound quality. Using an adapter could help, though you may notice some loss.
USB audio fixed the problem. Front panel audio also helped. The audio quality depends on the specific USB device used.
I remember facing a similar issue before. There might be a workaround you can try—I’ll keep an eye out for any old screenshots or solutions, but I need a bit more time to dig through your device. You’re not alone in this!