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No Sound after AVG Install on Windows 10/11 Computers
Fix any sound issues by keeping your drivers up to date
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Updated onApril 25, 2024
updated onApril 25, 2024
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Some users reported no sound after installing AVG Antivirus. This can be a major problem since you won’t be able to enjoy any multimedia until you resolve this issue.
Luckily, this issue can be fixed, and there are a few simple solutions that you can use, so without further ado, let’s see what causes this issue and how to fix it on your PC.
Why is there no sound after installing AVG Antivirus?
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What can I do if there’s no sound after installing AVG Antivirus?
1. Run a full system scan with Windows Defender
Viruses and malware can cause damage to your audio device. Run a full system scan on your PC to remove every possible virus corruption.
2. Run the CHKDSK command
Another way of fixing the no sound after AVG install problem is to performCHKDSKon your Hard Drive.
Check Disk operation checks for and fixes Disk error, which could be responsible for the no sound problem on your PC. Also, it prevents the loss of program data.
3. Update the audio device driver
Another applicable solution is to update your audio device driver to the latest version. You may use Device Manager to update the driver.
However, we strongly recommend usinga tool that automatically detects and downloads all the outdated drivers on your Windows 10 computer.
Finding them on your own is time-consuming, and sometimes, you can install the wrong drivers, causing even more issues to your computer.
4. Reinstall AVG program
If the issue persists, your only option might be to switch to a differentantivirus software.
5. Use System Restore
System Restore is a Windows feature that enables you to reinstate your system to a previous state and fix any recent problems, especially the sound issue.
If you want to learn more about System Restore, what it is, and how to use it, don’t hesitate to check ourSystem Restoreguide.
6. Run Windows Update
Why not use AVG Antivirus?
While many reported no sound after installing AVG Antivirus, your restart and shutdown options can also become missing.
Sadly, this isn’t the only issue you can encounter, and many reported thatAVG won’t install on Windows 10or thatAVG won’t update or uninstall.
This can be a big problem ifAVG service is causing high CPU usage, and you can’t remove the software. Luckily, we covered all these issues in separate guides, so you should be able to fix them.
We’d love to hear from you. Share in the comments section below whether these solutions helped with the no sound after AVG install problem.
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Ivan Jenic
Windows Hardware Expert
Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan Jenic
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
