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Static Noise Unless Headphones

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  • Speakers
  • Headphones
  • Components
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August 28, 2014 9:49:31 PM

Hello,

For some time now, my laptop's speakers emit a loud static noise if I have the speakers unmuted. The static noise is constant no matter what level the volume is turned to. Strangely, the noise disappears as soon as I plug headphones into the audio jack.

Any suggestions? Why does plugging in headphones eliminate the noise?

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August 29, 2014 3:18:00 AM

Just checking, how old is your laptop?
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August 29, 2014 7:04:58 PM

About three years old. The problem started about 1.5 year in. It's a Thinkpad Edge if that matters.
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August 29, 2014 7:18:17 PM

Sounds like you could get them to fix it for free under warranty. I deduce it is a hardware problem, nothing much you can do by yourself. Try calling IBM service center and they will guide you.

X60 user here!
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