Another PC help thread

[Mardur]

Originally Posted by Hasbinbad [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Because:

You heard sound once for a second in the left channel.

and:

You tried other stereo devices which you know to work.

Your problem is:

A bad connection between the female audio connector and the portion of the sound card which translates the digital output to an audio signal. This is either due to an electrical short or a physically damaged connection

It is NOT part of the actual circuit board setup before the digital translation, or you wouldn't have heard it for a second.

The fix is probably very easy if you know anything about electronics. It may require some copper and some solder, it may just require that you rebend a bent tab.

The above fixes may void any warranty you have. Only attempt with knowledge and caution.

If you try to get it fixed by a corporate entity, they will replace your entire motherboard.

Thanks Hasbin, this is exactly the kind of response I was looking for. I'll take a look.

Edit: Now that I think of it, this occurs when I plug in from the back or the headphone jack in the front. Doesn't this kinda go against what you were saying?