Windows Vista keeps auto-mute volume?

My volume guard auto muting itself. Why is that happening and how can I solve this problem?

THX.

Hi DdigitalD,

What is the number and the model of your system?

Please see if this problem still occurs in the clean boot state. In addition, you can get the latest driver for your sound card and see if it works.

Method 1: Run the clean boot

 

Please see this article for detailed information on how to do it.

 

How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista or in Windows 7

Restart the computer once you put the system in a clean boot state. Test and see how his behavior.

Method 2: Update sound card drivers

 

Update sound card drivers can help. Search for a driver on the device manufacturer's Web site. You can often download drivers from the support of these sites section. Reference: update drivers: recommended links

Note: Ensure that you switch your computer to normal startup mode after completing the troubleshooting steps. Steps are available in the article above.

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