Windows silences audio when locked.

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09-25-2020, 03:15 PM

Sometimes when I lock my laptop (HP Folio 13), the sound gets silenced in Windows. I can turn it back on by increasing the volume or using the mute button, but I wanted to see if anyone else has experienced this before. It's a Windows 7 Pro system with the latest drivers, and I don’t use any third-party software for this purpose. I’m aware there’s a tool for this, but I’m trying to stop it from working. Any advice?

SSGSS_Saiyan

09-25-2020, 03:15 PM #1

c_x_y
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09-30-2020, 07:35 AM

I haven't come across anything similar before, and I'm not sure how to resolve it, but best of luck!

c_x_y

09-30-2020, 07:35 AM #2

I haven't come across anything similar before, and I'm not sure how to resolve it, but best of luck!

NaiYs_
Junior Member

09-30-2020, 08:16 AM

Looking up information shows that many users experience total loss of sound when locking or sleeping, while my situation is different. It's unusual and doesn't occur consistently.

NaiYs_

09-30-2020, 08:16 AM #3

Looking up information shows that many users experience total loss of sound when locking or sleeping, while my situation is different. It's unusual and doesn't occur consistently.

_Anton
Junior Member

10-21-2020, 03:07 PM

It seems like a possible issue with the driver or another software application.

_Anton

10-21-2020, 03:07 PM #4

It seems like a possible issue with the driver or another software application.

Raunchy
Junior Member

10-21-2020, 05:08 PM

Several aspects may be affected, such as functionality or performance. A driver reinstallation could potentially cause issues if not handled properly.

Raunchy

10-21-2020, 05:08 PM #5

Several aspects may be affected, such as functionality or performance. A driver reinstallation could potentially cause issues if not handled properly.