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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  • 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
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    Opera GX
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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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  • OS
    Windows 11 Pro 24H2 26100.3775
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell Optiplex 7080
    CPU
    i9-10900 10 core 20 threads
    Motherboard
    DELL 0J37VM
    Memory
    32 gb
    Graphics Card(s)
    none-Intel UHD Graphics 630
    Sound Card
    Integrated Realtek
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Benq 27
    Screen Resolution
    2560x1440
    Hard Drives
    1tb Solidigm m.2 nvme+256gb SKHynix m.2 nvme /External drives 512gb Samsung m.2 sata+1tb Kingston m2.nvme+ 4gb Solidigm nvme
    PSU
    500w
    Case
    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 10 Pro 22H2 19045.3930
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    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell Optiplex 9020
    CPU
    i7-4770
    Memory
    24 gb
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Benq 27
    Screen Resolution
    2560x1440
    Hard Drives
    256 gb Toshiba BG4 M.2 NVE SSB and 1 tb hdd
    PSU
    500w
    Case
    MT
    Cooling
    Dell factory
    Mouse
    Logitech wireless
    Keyboard
    Logitech wired
    Internet Speed
    still not telling
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    Firefox
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    Defender+MWB Premium
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
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    HP Pavilion
    CPU
    AMD Ryzen 7 5700G
    Motherboard
    Erica6
    Memory
    Micron Technology DDR4-3200 16GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
    Sound Card
    Realtek ALC671
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Samsung SyncMaster U28E590
    Screen Resolution
    3840 x 2160
    Hard Drives
    SAMSUNG MZVLQ1T0HALB-000H1
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.

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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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
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.
 

My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 11 Pro 24H2 26100.3775
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell Optiplex 7080
    CPU
    i9-10900 10 core 20 threads
    Motherboard
    DELL 0J37VM
    Memory
    32 gb
    Graphics Card(s)
    none-Intel UHD Graphics 630
    Sound Card
    Integrated Realtek
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Benq 27
    Screen Resolution
    2560x1440
    Hard Drives
    1tb Solidigm m.2 nvme+256gb SKHynix m.2 nvme /External drives 512gb Samsung m.2 sata+1tb Kingston m2.nvme+ 4gb Solidigm nvme
    PSU
    500w
    Case
    MT
    Cooling
    Dell Premium
    Keyboard
    Logitech wired
    Mouse
    Logitech wireless
    Internet Speed
    so slow I'm too embarrassed to tell
    Browser
    #1 Edge #2 Firefox
    Antivirus
    Defender+MWB Premium
  • Operating System
    Windows 10 Pro 22H2 19045.3930
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell Optiplex 9020
    CPU
    i7-4770
    Memory
    24 gb
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Benq 27
    Screen Resolution
    2560x1440
    Hard Drives
    256 gb Toshiba BG4 M.2 NVE SSB and 1 tb hdd
    PSU
    500w
    Case
    MT
    Cooling
    Dell factory
    Mouse
    Logitech wireless
    Keyboard
    Logitech wired
    Internet Speed
    still not telling
    Browser
    Firefox
    Antivirus
    Defender+MWB Premium
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.
the only usb devices i have is kbm and mouse plugged in right now
 

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
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.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11
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