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