How to Save the Windows Volume Control Settings for Restart

Volume settings for Windows operating systems are stored in the system's Registry. By default, the volume levels are saved if you adjust them manually through the volume control tool. However, problems are known to occur for certain versions of Windows, where volume settings are not saved if they are adjusted via function keys. The pressing of function keys for this utility do not modify the settings in the Registry, and as a result, chosen settings do not remain after restart.

Instructions

Volume Control Tool

1. Double click the "Volume" icon, located on the bottom-right corner of your desktop. The "Master Volume" window opens up.

2. Adjust all volume levels to the desired setting. These levels include such levels as "Master Volume," "Wave," "SW Synth," "CD Audio," "Line In" and "PC Speaker."

3. Make sure the last level you adjust is the one that corresponds to "Master Volume."

   Click the "Options" menu and click "Exit."

4. Restart your computer and verify that the volume levels you set were saved.

Obtain the Latest Service Pack

1. Launch a Web browser and navigate to the "Microsoft Download Center" page.

2. Type "W2KSP4_EN.EXE" in the "Search" field and double click the "Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 Network Install for IT Professionals" result (see "Resources"). The latest service pack for your operating system contains a range of hot fixes and security updates.

3. Click "Download" and choose "run this program from its current location" to begin the installation. Allow for the installation process to complete.

4. The volume controls of your system should now remain after restart.

References

• Microsoft Support: Volume Control Settings May Not Persist After Restarting Your Computer
• Microsoft Support: Master Audio Volume Does Not Persist Through Reboot

Resources

• Microsoft: Microsoft Download Center Windows 2000 Service Pack 4