The Ask anything about computers thread

[fredgmuggs]

My computer is making a crackling noise when it plays sound, even with headphones. Windows 10, Dell Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming, Realtek audio. I've looked around on the Internet and it seems to be a fairly common issue, but I've tried pretty much all of the solutions (updating BIOs and drivers, don't have audio enhancements, etc.) I'm about at my wit's end. Anyone have any ideas?

Buy a new one. It's the American way.

[JL25and3]

My computer is making a crackling noise when it plays sound, even with headphones. Windows 10, Dell Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming, Realtek audio. I've looked around on the Internet and it seems to be a fairly common issue, but I've tried pretty much all of the solutions (updating BIOs and drivers, don't have audio enhancements, etc.) I'm about at my wit's end. Anyone have any ideas?

Maybe your ears are crackling.

[Soriambi]

Buy a new one. It's the American way.

This one's too new and too expensive to do that. I could call tech support, but I'd REALLY like to avoid calling tech support if I can.

[Soriambi]

Never mind, folks. I finally found a solution that works. Very relieved. Do not have to call customer support.

[ojo]

Never mind, folks. I finally found a solution that works. Very relieved. Do not have to call customer support.

LOL Come on man.

Tell us what you did to address the situation so that you can add to the wealth of knowledge this thread can possess!

[OhioYankee]

I have an apple airport for my router for wifi. I have to reset it about once or more a day. I want to buy a new router but would like to minimize my expenses. I would like something that covers the whole house. It is about 2400 sq feet one story house. The one I have does not have enough range. I was looking at Netgear orbit today but not sure what i need or want. I watch youtube and some videos along with internet. Tell me what might be good for abuut 150 or less I hope.

[ojo]

I have an apple airport for my router for wifi. I have to reset it about once or more a day. I want to buy a new router but would like to minimize my expenses. I would like something that covers the whole house. It is about 2400 sq feet one story house. The one I have does not have enough range. I was looking at Netgear orbit today but not sure what i need or want. I watch youtube and some videos along with internet. Tell me what might be good for abuut 150 or less I hope.

You’ve got a one story, 2400 sq ft house. You’re on point with the Netgear Orbi, though it would appear it’s more than you’d like to spend.