Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
No sound on your Dell laptop after connecting an external monitor? In this video, I’ll show you exactly how to fix audio issues step-by-step, including how to reset your audio system and restore your internal speakers.
I also walk through what happens to your sound when using an external monitor, plus tips on HDMI and USB-C connectivity to help you avoid this issue in the future.
💻 Here is the exact ASUS ProArt monitor I’m using, which is shown in this video: geni.us/ASUSMonitor24
If you're using a Dell XPS or similar laptop and have suddenly lost sound after adding a second display, this fix should help you get everything working again quickly.
🔧 What you'll learn:
✔️ Why sound stops working after connecting an external monitor
✔️ How to check and fix sound output device issues
✔️ What to do if speakers are missing from Device Manager
✔️ How to reset Intel Smart Sound
✔️ How to restore internal speakers as the default device
✔️ Tips for HDMI and USB-C monitor connections
⏱️ In this video:
00:00 Sound Not Working? Here's the Solution
00:24 ASUS Monitor Connectivity (HDMI & USB-C)
00:34 ASUS Monitor Features Overview
00:47 Why I Lost Sound After Adding a Monitor
01:16 What Happens to Sound with External Displays
01:42 Things to Check if You Have No Sound
02:03 Sound Output Device Fix
02:21 Speakers Missing in Device Manager Fix
02:45 Reset Intel Smart Sound (Key Fix)
03:51 Testing Sound in Device Manager
04:38 Set Internal Speakers as Default
05:02 Why This Happens + Audio Tips
05:30 ASUS Monitor Benefits
06:16 Did This Help?
06:23 Share Your Experience
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No sound on your Dell laptop after connecting an external monitor? In this video, I’ll show you exactly how to fix audio issues step-by-step, including how to reset your audio system and restore your internal speakers.
I also walk through what happens to your sound when using an external monitor, plus tips on HDMI and USB-C connectivity to help you avoid this issue in the future.
💻 Here is the exact ASUS ProArt monitor I’m using, which is shown in this video: geni.us/ASUSMonitor24
If you're using a Dell XPS or similar laptop and have suddenly lost sound after adding a second display, this fix should help you get everything working again quickly.
🔧 What you'll learn:
✔️ Why sound stops working after connecting an external monitor
✔️ How to check and fix sound output device issues
✔️ What to do if speakers are missing from Device Manager
✔️ How to reset Intel Smart Sound
✔️ How to restore internal speakers as the default device
✔️ Tips for HDMI and USB-C monitor connections
⏱️ In this video:
00:00 Sound Not Working? Here's the Solution
00:24 ASUS Monitor Connectivity (HDMI & USB-C)
00:34 ASUS Monitor Features Overview
00:47 Why I Lost Sound After Adding a Monitor
01:16 What Happens to Sound with External Displays
01:42 Things to Check if You Have No Sound
02:03 Sound Output Device Fix
02:21 Speakers Missing in Device Manager Fix
02:45 Reset Intel Smart Sound (Key Fix)
03:51 Testing Sound in Device Manager
04:38 Set Internal Speakers as Default
05:02 Why This Happens + Audio Tips
05:30 ASUS Monitor Benefits
06:16 Did This Help?
06:23 Share Your Experience
👍 If this helped, feel free to like the video and subscribe for more tech tips, tutorials, and self-publishing content.
#dellxps #nosound #soundfix #externamonitor #techhelp #windowsaudio
Resources to check out:
▶ FREE Writing Ideas Book:
geni.us/freeideas
▶ FREE Author Journey Roadmap:
geni.us/7_steps
▶ FREE CapCut Tutorial for Beginners:
geni.us/capcut101
▶ FREE CapCut Trial:
geni.us/capcutfree
▶ 7 Steps to Your Bestselling Book:
geni.us/authorbook1
▶ Self-Publishing with KDP: Your Book on Amazon in 30 Days Step-by-Step Course (WITH COUPON):
geni.us/selfpubnow
▶ How to Download and Use Kindle Create
youtu.be/SO0RW2YyCpw?si=mwxvvq4y-_4S4tab
▶ HOW TO LAYOUT CHILDREN'S BOOK ILLUSTRATIONS FOR KDP WITH MARGIN BLEED AND PAGE SIZE IN WORD
youtu.be/wxiU43z2C2c?si=oka5yaW9SYW_fk7e
▶ WATCH THIS AMAZON MAJOR CHANGE TO CATEGORIES EXPLAINED
youtu.be/iGD2VjdHOSQ?si=4UN3Adx6N2U_vhqu
▶ AMAZON KDP BOOK CHANGES YOU MUST KNOW
youtu.be/mqgoeg2AshQ?si=SvJ9JHa856Otah50
▶ Canva Crash Course:
geni.us/learncanva
▶ WANT TO LEARN ALL ABOUT CANVA?
If you want to learn all about Canva, check out my Canva Made Simple: Design With Ease and Build Your Business course and get instant access to this course which includes step-by-step training videos on how to quickly and easily create graphics, animations, and videos for your business. Sections include Getting Started, Working with Graphics, Working with Text, Images, and Media, and Finding and Organizing Designs. Plus downloadable PDF handouts, bonus videos, and other materials.
▶ Get $50 off my Canva Course: geni.us/canva50
► Bookbolt - Create Low-Content Books (Get your free trial and use coupon code amelia20 for 20% OFF): geni.us/bookbolt_freetrial
Remember to share, like, and subscribe so you don't miss any new videos.
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By Amelia Griggs @ 2026
