Static audio with new (used) motherboard


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So i got an msi b450 gaming plus max used for 50 euros and i put it in my pc everything works fine and i really like it. But when i plugged in the headphones, the only thing i heard was static. I started updating drivers, reinstalling, bios update, everything. I could just hear a little faint noise on a youtube video but it was overridden by the static. Today, i hear the static much less, like, if you had bad ears you wouldnt notice it, but no audio still. ChatGPT told me i could buy a usb sound card, idk if it works, i just dont want to lose this mobo cuz its very good. Please help
 
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    16GB 3600mhz
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Yes, you can use a usb sound card. I've never used one so know nothing about the quality of sound you will get from it.
 

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Use LatencyMon to see if its device driver problem.

In this guide, we’ll discuss what Audio latency is, some of the common symptoms, and how to troubleshoot any issues you may encounter.

 

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  • OS
    Windows 11
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    PC/Desktop
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    HP Pavilion
    CPU
    AMD Ryzen 7 5700G
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    Erica6
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    Micron Technology DDR4-3200 16GB
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    NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
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    Realtek ALC671
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    Samsung SyncMaster U28E590
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    3840 x 2160
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    SAMSUNG MZVLQ1T0HALB-000H1
FreeBooter said:
Use LatencyMon to see if its device driver problem.

In this guide, we’ll discuss what Audio latency is, some of the common symptoms, and how to troubleshoot any issues you may encounter.

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it says "Conclusion: Your system appears to be suitable for handling real-time audio and other tasks without dropouts" but i still hear the static. Also i forgot to say, everytime i move my mouse or click on something it makes a noise, not loud but i can notice it , and when i play a sound it does something weird but not too loud

edit: After 10 minutes it says "Conclusion: Your system seems to be having difficulty handling real-time audio and other tasks. You may experience drop outs, clicks or pops due to buffer underruns. One problem may be related to power management, disable CPU throttling settings in control panel and BIOS setup. Check for BIOS updates."
What does this mean
 
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    Gigabyte B450M DS3H
    Memory
    16GB 3600mhz
    Graphics Card(s)
    gtx 1060 6gb
    Monitor(s) Displays
    1
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    1920x1080
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    2
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    550w
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    Opera GX
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There's always a outside chance another component could be causing intereference. Start a youtube video. When you hear the sound, unplug your usb devices one at a time to see if it makes a difference. Yes, your mouse and KB too.
 

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    Windows 11 Pro 25H2
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    Dell Optiplex 7080
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    i9-10900 10 core 20 threads
    Motherboard
    DELL 0J37VM
    Memory
    32 gb
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    none-Intel UHD Graphics 630
    Sound Card
    Integrated Realtek
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Benq 27
    Screen Resolution
    2560x1440
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    2x1tb Solidigm m.2 nvme /External drives 512gb Samsung m.2 sata+2tb Kingston m2.nvme
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    500w
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    MT
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    Dell Premium
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    Logitech wired
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    Logitech wireless
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    so slow I'm too embarrassed to tell
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    #1 Edge #2 Firefox
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    Defender+MWB Premium
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    Windows 11 Pro 24H2 26200.8457
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    AMD Ryzen 7 6800U
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    32 gb
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    integrated
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    integrated
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    Benq 27
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    System 3 is non compliant Dell 9020 i7-4770/24gb ram Win11 PRO 26200.8457
glasskuter said:
There's always a outside chance another component could be causing intereference. Start a youtube video. When you hear the sound, unplug your usb devices one at a time to see if it makes a difference. Yes, your mouse and KB too.
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the only usb devices i have is kbm and mouse plugged in right now
 

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    Gigabyte
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    Ryzen 5 5500
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    Gigabyte B450M DS3H
    Memory
    16GB 3600mhz
    Graphics Card(s)
    gtx 1060 6gb
    Monitor(s) Displays
    1
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080
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    2
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    550w
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Find your MOBO manual and inspect the area around the audio section and also the connections and connectors for damage, dry soldering etc.
Not so easy these days with microscopic components and multi layer PCBs.

Assuming you can disable the MOBO audio. Then other possibilities are to add a PCI-E or USB Audio Card to use instead.
Quality would be a non-issue as normally the integrated MOBO audio is the worst.

However, your post #4 suggests somewhat more damage.
 

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Helmut said:
Find your MOBO manual and inspect the area around the audio section and also the connections and connectors for damage, dry soldering etc.
Not so easy these days with microscopic components and multi layer PCBs.

Assuming you can disable the MOBO audio. Then other possibilities are to add a PCI-E or USB Audio Card to use instead.
Quality would be a non-issue as normally the integrated MOBO audio is the worst.

However, your post #4 suggests somewhat more damage.
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so usb sound card will work right?
idc about good sound and that i just want to hear my game
I just found a ugreen it has really good reviews
edit: when i play a game the static goes crazy but now its too low
 

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  • OS
    Windows 11
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    PC/Desktop
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    Gigabyte
    CPU
    Ryzen 5 5500
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte B450M DS3H
    Memory
    16GB 3600mhz
    Graphics Card(s)
    gtx 1060 6gb
    Monitor(s) Displays
    1
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080
    Hard Drives
    2
    PSU
    550w
    Browser
    Opera GX
    Antivirus
    Windows

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  • OS
    Microsoft Windows 11 Home
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    PC/Desktop
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    MSI MS-7D98
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    Intel Core i5-13490F
    Motherboard
    MSI B760 GAMING PLUS WIFI
    Memory
    2 x 16 Patriot Memory (PDP Systems) PSD516G560081 6400MT (32-37-37-74); 1.35V)
    Graphics Card(s)
    GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 4070 WINDFORCE OC 12G (GV-N4070WF3OC-12GD)
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    Bluetooth Аудио
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    INNOCN 15K1F
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    1920 x 1080
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    WD_BLACK SN770 250GB
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    Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1000W
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    CG560 - DeepCool
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    ID-COOLING SE-224-XTS / 2 x 140Mm Fan - rear and top; 3 x 120Mm - front
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    Corsair KATAR PRO XT
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    https://www.userbenchmark.com/UserRun/66553205
"so usb sound card will work right?"
It should do assuming the MOBO is OK.

It could be bad design of MOBO or quality control by MSI though they will not admit such things.

"I just found a ugreen it has really good reviews"
I have a Ugreen charger and USB-C cables, they seem to be of decent quality.

The MSI article referenced is the sort of analysis you need to do in more detail.
 

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Helmut said:
"so usb sound card will work right?"
It should do assuming the MOBO is OK.

It could be bad design of MOBO or quality control by MSI though they will not admit such things.

"I just found a ugreen it has really good reviews"
I have a Ugreen charger and USB-C cables, they seem to be of decent quality.

The MSI article referenced is the sort of analysis you need to do in more detail.
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If i get a usb sound card where should i plug it in?
edit: the static has noticeably reduced, you can only hear it when you move the mouse and i also think the problem is with some ground loop idk
im gonna try to put a different psu in and if that doesnt work ill just buy a usb sound card
 
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    Windows 11
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    PC/Desktop
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    Gigabyte
    CPU
    Ryzen 5 5500
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte B450M DS3H
    Memory
    16GB 3600mhz
    Graphics Card(s)
    gtx 1060 6gb
    Monitor(s) Displays
    1
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080
    Hard Drives
    2
    PSU
    550w
    Browser
    Opera GX
    Antivirus
    Windows
i put in a corsair cx650m and now it has a different static noise and its louder
 

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  • OS
    Windows 11
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    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Gigabyte
    CPU
    Ryzen 5 5500
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte B450M DS3H
    Memory
    16GB 3600mhz
    Graphics Card(s)
    gtx 1060 6gb
    Monitor(s) Displays
    1
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080
    Hard Drives
    2
    PSU
    550w
    Browser
    Opera GX
    Antivirus
    Windows
Something I have not seen asked yet: Are you SURE that you have the correct sound output selected in Windows settings when you plug in the headphones?

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    Win11 Pro 25H2 (RTM+)
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    Acemagic
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    Intel i7-14650HX
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    32 GB
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    No GPU - Built-in Intel Graphics
    Sound Card
    Integrated
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    Varies as machine will often be moved to locations with different monitors
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    Varies
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    1 x 1TB Gen 4 NVMe SSD
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    120W Power Brick
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    Corsair K70 Max RGB Magnetic Keyboard
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    Logitech MX Master 3
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My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Gigabyte
    CPU
    Ryzen 5 5500
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte B450M DS3H
    Memory
    16GB 3600mhz
    Graphics Card(s)
    gtx 1060 6gb
    Monitor(s) Displays
    1
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080
    Hard Drives
    2
    PSU
    550w
    Browser
    Opera GX
    Antivirus
    Windows

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Custom
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    AMD Ryzen 9 5950X
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    Asus ROG Strix X570-F Gaming
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    Corsair Vengeance LPX CMK32GX4M2B3200C16 (64 GB)
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    Asus ProArt RTX 5070 Ti OC
    Sound Card
    Sound Blaster AE-9
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    2 x Dell UltraSharp U2413f
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    1920 x 1200
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    Samsung 990 Pro (2000 GB, M.2 2280)
    Seagate Barracuda Pro (12TB, 3.5")
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    Samsung SSD 870 EVO 2TB (SATA)
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    Seasonic Vertex PX-1000 (1000 W)
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    Corsair Obsidian 750D
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    Deepcool GamerStorm Captain 240 Pro (12cm)
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    Logitech G910
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    Logitech G502
    Internet Speed
    1000 Mbit/s (synchronous)
    Browser
    Firefox, Vivaldi
    Antivirus
    GDATA Internet Security

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11
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    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Gigabyte
    CPU
    Ryzen 5 5500
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte B450M DS3H
    Memory
    16GB 3600mhz
    Graphics Card(s)
    gtx 1060 6gb
    Monitor(s) Displays
    1
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080
    Hard Drives
    2
    PSU
    550w
    Browser
    Opera GX
    Antivirus
    Windows
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