How to Turn Off Windows Sounds

When you use those computers, you don't have to endure those inconvenient Windows sounds. You can switch them off during your start-up if you find them annoying.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Microsoft Windows
• Computer

1. Go to the Start menu on the left-hand side of your computer screen.

2. Click "Control Panel" in the right column.

3. 
   Sounds and audio devices screen shot

   Click on "Sounds and Audio Devices" within the control panel. Note: these choices are in order. It looks like a miniature black speaker.

4. Scroll down to the "Program Events Box," and you will see a list of sounds under the "Windows" heading. To turn off the start up and login sounds you usually hear, click "Start Windows," and select "None" from the drop-down box.
   
   And,"Windows Logoff" and select "none" respectively.

5. If you want to turn the "Windows Logon" sound off, click that choice and select "None" once again from the menu on your screen.

6. To turn off the Windows shut down noise, click "Exit Windows" from that same menu in the other steps and select "None" from the same drop-down menu.

Tips & Warnings

• Experiment with other sounds or turn off more sounds as needed. Use the drop-down box to explore more Windows sounds.
• Do not attempt this at work without prior permission

[MidniteWriter]

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[MidniteWriter]

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[chintan]

on 3/8/2008 Outstanding Tips and Topic. I want more help from u.

[bizewriter]

on 2/13/2008 My problem is turning mine on. I spilled coffee on my keyboard and the mute button keeps sticking. (sigh) Great job!

[bizewriter]

on 2/13/2008 My problem is turning mine on. I spilled coffee on my keyboard and the mute button keeps sticking. (sigh) Great job!