# \#audio-issues **URL:** https://community.frame.work/tag/audio-issues/161.md [Latest](https://community.frame.work/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.frame.work/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.frame.work/tags.md) --- ## [Bluetooth Audio Silent When AMD BT Audio Offload Enabled with QCNCM865 Card](https://community.frame.work/t/bluetooth-audio-silent-when-amd-bt-audio-offload-enabled-with-qcncm865-card/85055)
**Author:** [@Tony\_Goodhew](https://community.frame.work/u/Tony_Goodhew)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2026, 4:15pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/bluetooth-audio-silent-when-amd-bt-audio-offload-enabled-with-qcncm865-card/85055 "2026-09-27T16:15:40Z")
Hey All, \[Info, all drivers from latest bundle and Windows Update, latest BIOS 4.05, OS is Windows 11 Pro 25H2\] I updated the network card in my FW16 with a Qualcom QCNCM865 and I’m having problems with BT working with… --- ## [Sporadic audio issues when using 3.5mm expansion card](https://community.frame.work/t/sporadic-audio-issues-when-using-3-5mm-expansion-card/83786)
**Author:** [@Benjamin\_Maher](https://community.frame.work/u/Benjamin_Maher)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2026, 3:28pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/sporadic-audio-issues-when-using-3-5mm-expansion-card/83786 "2026-08-19T15:28:01Z")
I have a Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen 7040 Series), with OS: Linux Mint 22.3 - Cinnamon 64-bit. One of the expansion cards is a 3.5mm audio card. The issue I have is sporadic. Sometimes, when I have a device plugged i… --- ## [When Will Framework Start Shipping To India?](https://community.frame.work/t/when-will-framework-start-shipping-to-india/82301)
**Author:** [@Gaurish\_Metha](https://community.frame.work/u/Gaurish_Metha)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 12:08pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/when-will-framework-start-shipping-to-india/82301 "2026-08-11T12:08:59Z")
Many students and developers in India are interested in Framework laptops due to their repairability and long-term upgradeability. However, Framework currently does not ship to India. Is there any official roadmap or fu… --- ## [FW16 7040 intermittent onboard audio problems. Windows & Linux](https://community.frame.work/t/fw16-7040-intermittent-onboard-audio-problems-windows-linux/83465)
**Author:** [@Kenna\_M](https://community.frame.work/u/Kenna_M)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2026, 4:54pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/fw16-7040-intermittent-onboard-audio-problems-windows-linux/83465 "2026-07-12T16:54:32Z")
I watch a fair bit of YouTube and intermittently while I was using Windows 11 the onboard speakers would become really quite, barely audible. It would occasionally fix itself after a bit, but I usually just rebooted. M… --- ## [Broken drivers that can't be installed](https://community.frame.work/t/broken-drivers-that-cant-be-installed/82684)
**Author:** [@ratmanwarhammer](https://community.frame.work/u/ratmanwarhammer)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2026, 10:47pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/broken-drivers-that-cant-be-installed/82684 "2026-07-02T22:47:57Z")
Hi I’ve been having none stop new problems ever since I bought myself the framework laptop 16 so hopefully you guys can help because support tried for months and months and never solved anything One of my consistent on… --- ## [No HDMI audio - cachyos - Framework Laptop 13 - Roku TV 4k](https://community.frame.work/t/no-hdmi-audio-cachyos-framework-laptop-13-roku-tv-4k/82753)
**Author:** [@slickmann1](https://community.frame.work/u/slickmann1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2026, 3:21am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/no-hdmi-audio-cachyos-framework-laptop-13-roku-tv-4k/82753 "2026-06-18T03:21:15Z")
I tried the suggestions in \[RESOLVED\] No Audio via HDMI but still no luck, which is weird because cachyos IS Arch. I also tried with Kubuntu on this laptop. I am using the first model of HDMI card Framework ever shipped,… --- ## [\[Solved\] - FW16 no on-board audio output despite Windows showing speaker as working \[bonus swollen battery in the process\]](https://community.frame.work/t/solved-fw16-no-on-board-audio-output-despite-windows-showing-speaker-as-working-bonus-swollen-battery-in-the-process/82815)
**Author:** [@Trolske](https://community.frame.work/u/Trolske)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2026, 4:26pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/solved-fw16-no-on-board-audio-output-despite-windows-showing-speaker-as-working-bonus-swollen-battery-in-the-process/82815 "2026-06-01T16:26:21Z")
OS: Windows11 25H2 (and tested with Live Boot Mint) FW16, AMD Ryzen™ 7040 Series I recently discovered, that the inbuilt speakers of my FW stopped working. External sources (screen via HDMI, headset, BT speaker) work … --- ## [Framework 16 AMD AI 300 Series Bluetooth Issues (RZ717 / MT7925)](https://community.frame.work/t/framework-16-amd-ai-300-series-bluetooth-issues-rz717-mt7925/82435)
**Author:** [@Jeff1](https://community.frame.work/u/Jeff1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2026, 6:53pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/framework-16-amd-ai-300-series-bluetooth-issues-rz717-mt7925/82435 "2026-05-08T18:53:40Z")
I have a Framework 16 with the AI 350 Mobo and a MediaTek MT7925 Wifi card. I’m having some issues with the Bluetooth not working. I did a Fresh install of Windows 11 and I had it working briefly where it would connect a… --- ## [Speaker Malfunction Randomly](https://community.frame.work/t/speaker-malfunction-randomly/82156)
**Author:** [@austindoestuff](https://community.frame.work/u/austindoestuff)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2026, 12:44am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/speaker-malfunction-randomly/82156 "2026-04-26T00:44:20Z")
Every once in a while, while watching a video or playing music, the speakers will drop to a weird low-volume tinny sound. Usually some light percussive maintenance will fix it, so I think maybe it’s a loose connection? I… --- ## [Framework 16, one speaker becomes really quiet](https://community.frame.work/t/framework-16-one-speaker-becomes-really-quiet/81918)
**Author:** [@MikeChunger](https://community.frame.work/u/MikeChunger)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2026, 8:16pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/framework-16-one-speaker-becomes-really-quiet/81918 "2026-04-19T20:16:45Z")
Framework 16 AMD 7080HS. Windows 11 installed via framework’s guide. Having another issue with my Framework 16. I’ve finally gotten passed all of the bluescreens I was having before. But now it seems like my audio is ha… --- ## [\[Bug Report\] Internal microphone non-functional on Framework 13 AMD Ryzen AI 300 (Krackan Point) — Pin21 configured as "Not Connected" in RTAIODAT.DAT](https://community.frame.work/t/bug-report-internal-microphone-non-functional-on-framework-13-amd-ryzen-ai-300-krackan-point-pin21-configured-as-not-connected-in-rtaiodat-dat/81904)
**Author:** [@Dufourd\_Damien](https://community.frame.work/u/Dufourd_Damien)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2026, 4:15pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/bug-report-internal-microphone-non-functional-on-framework-13-amd-ryzen-ai-300-krackan-point-pin21-configured-as-not-connected-in-rtaiodat-dat/81904 "2026-04-18T16:15:35Z")
Hardware Framework Laptop 13 (AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series) CPU : AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 (Krackan Point) OS : Windows 11 Pro 24H2 (build 26200) BIOS : INSYDE 03.04 Driver bundle installed Framework13\_AMD\_RyzenAI… --- ## [Fedora/Arch Microphone Auto Leveling?](https://community.frame.work/t/fedora-arch-microphone-auto-leveling/81439)
**Author:** [@JibberX](https://community.frame.work/u/JibberX)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2026, 5:57pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/fedora-arch-microphone-auto-leveling/81439 "2026-04-03T17:57:21Z")
I’ve recently moved from Fedora to Cachy (as Fedora still haven’t resolved an issue with libimobiledevice) The one thing that I can’t work out is what Fedora are using to auto level the microphone. On Fedora the mic le… --- ## [Speaker audio disconnecting](https://community.frame.work/t/speaker-audio-disconnecting/81484)
**Author:** [@Andrew\_N\_DeSilva](https://community.frame.work/u/Andrew_N_DeSilva)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2026, 4:12pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/speaker-audio-disconnecting/81484 "2026-03-24T16:12:33Z")
Laptop 16 speaker disconnecting issue, persistent as in multiple months System: Ryzen™ 9 7940HS Memory: DDR5-5600 - 64GB (2 x 32GB) Storage: WD\_BLACK™ SN770 NVMe™- M.2 2280 - 1TB Operating System: Windows 11 … --- ## [\[Solved\] - Framework 16 AI 300 Series -\> Ubuntu 24.04 Speakers Work but not Headphones](https://community.frame.work/t/solved-framework-16-ai-300-series-ubuntu-24-04-speakers-work-but-not-headphones/81363)
**Author:** [@Ethan\_Fitzsimons](https://community.frame.work/u/Ethan_Fitzsimons)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2026, 7:45pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/solved-framework-16-ai-300-series-ubuntu-24-04-speakers-work-but-not-headphones/81363 "2026-03-18T19:45:21Z")
As the title states, got a Framework 16 quite recently, set up Ubuntu 24.04 desktop on it and I’ve been finding no matter what I tweak I can’t get my wired headphones to work. They worked on the laptop when it was Window… --- ## [Intermittent noise when headphone is connected via cable / audio jack](https://community.frame.work/t/intermittent-noise-when-headphone-is-connected-via-cable-audio-jack/79140)
**Author:** [@Homunculus](https://community.frame.work/u/Homunculus)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2026, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/intermittent-noise-when-headphone-is-connected-via-cable-audio-jack/79140 "2026-03-16T20:46:22Z")
Hi, I’m experiencing intermittent noise when my headphones (Major IV) are connected to the notebook via audio jack. It’s more noticeable when the volume is low. I think the issue is related to Framework 16 hardware and … --- ## [Audio issues when more than 1 audio stream playing (USB Headphones)](https://community.frame.work/t/audio-issues-when-more-than-1-audio-stream-playing-usb-headphones/81269)
**Author:** [@Nathan\_Allen](https://community.frame.work/u/Nathan_Allen)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2026, 9:29am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/audio-issues-when-more-than-1-audio-stream-playing-usb-headphones/81269 "2026-03-13T09:29:27Z")
I recently got a Framework Laptop 16 (AMD 7040, Radeon RX expansion bay, running Windows 11 since I got the pre built overkill model) and while for the most part it works as expected if I run 2 audio streams at once (For… --- ## [Audio not working--will replacing the audio board help?](https://community.frame.work/t/audio-not-working-will-replacing-the-audio-board-help/81014)
**Author:** [@Raph](https://community.frame.work/u/Raph)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2026, 4:17am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/audio-not-working-will-replacing-the-audio-board-help/81014 "2026-03-02T04:17:26Z")
A few months ago, my audio stopped working properly: any time I’m using the built-in mic or plugging in a headset in the jack input, there is a very loud buzz and no sound (eg. my voice) is picked up by the mic. Everythi… --- ## [Audio jack doesnt work at all in laptop, other devices see it fine](https://community.frame.work/t/audio-jack-doesnt-work-at-all-in-laptop-other-devices-see-it-fine/80551)
**Author:** [@Hello\_human](https://community.frame.work/u/Hello_human)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2026, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/audio-jack-doesnt-work-at-all-in-laptop-other-devices-see-it-fine/80551 "2026-02-11T22:09:40Z")
Which OS (Operating System)? both windows and arch linux fully updated have this issue Which Framework product (Laptop 13, Laptop 16, Laptop 12 or Desktop) and which fw16 with ai 9 hx370, no gpu. suddenly (within the… --- ## [Annoying sound scratch when scrolling with mouse](https://community.frame.work/t/annoying-sound-scratch-when-scrolling-with-mouse/78610)
**Author:** [@Keesjan\_Deelstra](https://community.frame.work/u/Keesjan_Deelstra)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2026, 9:14am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/annoying-sound-scratch-when-scrolling-with-mouse/78610 "2026-02-06T09:14:04Z")
Annoying sound scratch when scrolling with mouse. Which OS (Operating System)? Windows 11 Which Framework product: Laptop 16, AMD AI 300 , GPU (NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070, SSD 4gb SN850x and a 2gb SN770M. Latest bios 03… --- ## [\[Solved\] - No sound from speaker but audio expansion module and bluetooth headphones works, how to troubleshoot?](https://community.frame.work/t/solved-no-sound-from-speaker-but-audio-expansion-module-and-bluetooth-headphones-works-how-to-troubleshoot/79259)
**Author:** [@Christian\_Eriksson](https://community.frame.work/u/Christian_Eriksson)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2025, 10:33am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/solved-no-sound-from-speaker-but-audio-expansion-module-and-bluetooth-headphones-works-how-to-troubleshoot/79259 "2025-12-31T10:33:28Z")
I’ve recently received my Framework 16 DIY, and I’m having some audio issues. I’m getting sound from my bluetooth headset and I also get sound when I plug a headset into a audio expansion module but for some reason I don… --- ## [Sound problem with an external monitor + HDMI on laptop 12](https://community.frame.work/t/sound-problem-with-an-external-monitor-hdmi-on-laptop-12/78411)
**Author:** [@ColineJ](https://community.frame.work/u/ColineJ)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2025, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/sound-problem-with-an-external-monitor-hdmi-on-laptop-12/78411 "2025-11-28T22:32:33Z")
Debian 13, Linuxmint and Fedora Laptop 12 - i3 Hello, I have a sound problem when I connect an external monitor : on a regular basis, I would say about every 5 minutes (but it’s random, it’s not exactly every 5 minute… --- ## [11th gen microphone problem](https://community.frame.work/t/11th-gen-microphone-problem/77064)
**Author:** [@Steven\_Tyrer](https://community.frame.work/u/Steven_Tyrer)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2025, 8:37am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/11th-gen-microphone-problem/77064 "2025-10-24T08:37:24Z")
Hi I am having an intermittent problem with the microphone on my first-generation 13 laptop. I think it’s down to the cable, as it passes the hinge. I have looked at the Framework Store for a replacement unit, but can n… --- ## [\[Framework 13\]\[AMD 300 series\]\[Windows 11\] Sometimes No Sound from Apps, But Volume Sound Works](https://community.frame.work/t/framework-13-amd-300-series-windows-11-sometimes-no-sound-from-apps-but-volume-sound-works/76900)
**Author:** [@Jan\_Bronicki](https://community.frame.work/u/Jan_Bronicki)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2025, 8:16am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/framework-13-amd-300-series-windows-11-sometimes-no-sound-from-apps-but-volume-sound-works/76900 "2025-10-20T08:16:10Z")
I am experiencing an audio issue where sometimes I boot into my Windows 11 (no other OSs installed so far) and I can hear the sound when changing audio volume however no audio is coming out of the speakers when it is bei… --- ## [Framework 16 Audio Expansion Card - Buzzing](https://community.frame.work/t/framework-16-audio-expansion-card-buzzing/75981)
**Author:** [@Wilfstor](https://community.frame.work/u/Wilfstor)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2025, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/framework-16-audio-expansion-card-buzzing/75981 "2025-10-08T23:15:19Z")
Framework 16 Running Windows 11, AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS I bought the audio expansion card and plugged my speakers into it. The speakers emit a constant whine/buzzing noise that fluctuates in pitch and volume, getting louder… --- ## [Is the awful Bluetooth Latency Windows or my Laptop 16?](https://community.frame.work/t/is-the-awful-bluetooth-latency-windows-or-my-laptop-16/75897)
**Author:** [@Joe\_S75](https://community.frame.work/u/Joe_S75)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2025, 1:30pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/is-the-awful-bluetooth-latency-windows-or-my-laptop-16/75897 "2025-10-07T13:30:09Z")
Which OS - Windows 11 24H2 Which release of your OS - 24H2 Which Framework product - Framework 16 with 7840HS I cannot figure out how the latency is so bad on my Bluetooth headphones, my primary model that I use are th… --- ## [FIXED - No sound through HDMI in Coolermaster Case - 11th gen Intel](https://community.frame.work/t/fixed-no-sound-through-hdmi-in-coolermaster-case-11th-gen-intel/75822)
**Author:** [@Alex\_K1](https://community.frame.work/u/Alex_K1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2025, 4:45am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/fixed-no-sound-through-hdmi-in-coolermaster-case-11th-gen-intel/75822 "2025-10-04T04:45:38Z")
Hello! I’ve upgraded my Framework 13, and installed my old 11th gen intel board into the coolermaster case. Unfortunately, when I connect the board to my TV through HDMI, I get no sound. Originally when I first connect… --- ## [Speakers seemingly glitch, causing terrible sound quality](https://community.frame.work/t/speakers-seemingly-glitch-causing-terrible-sound-quality/75770)
**Author:** [@Matthew\_B](https://community.frame.work/u/Matthew_B)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2025, 2:29pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/speakers-seemingly-glitch-causing-terrible-sound-quality/75770 "2025-10-01T14:29:47Z")
Hello everyone! I’ve got a batch 10 preorder Framework 16 running Windows 11, with the Ryzen 9 7940HS and the Radeon RX 7700S Graphics Module. I’ve had this odd issue pop up where while using the laptop, the speakers s… --- ## [\[Linux\] Audio popping when coming out of ALSA suspend](https://community.frame.work/t/linux-audio-popping-when-coming-out-of-alsa-suspend/75717)
**Author:** [@briaguya](https://community.frame.work/u/briaguya)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2025, 2:51am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/linux-audio-popping-when-coming-out-of-alsa-suspend/75717 "2025-09-30T02:51:12Z")
I have my speakers connected to the 3.5mm jack on my machine. I noticed a popping sound would happen after leaving sound off for a little bit. After some investigation, I found it was happening when the ALSA sink was in … --- ## [\[RESOLVED\] Out of the box microphone issue on Fedora 42](https://community.frame.work/t/resolved-out-of-the-box-microphone-issue-on-fedora-42/75587)
**Author:** [@Yak\_Gilfrey](https://community.frame.work/u/Yak_Gilfrey)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2025, 4:00pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/resolved-out-of-the-box-microphone-issue-on-fedora-42/75587 "2025-09-26T16:00:26Z")
I just opened up a brand new Framework 13 yesterday and am loving it so far. However, the microphone out of the box did not seem to be working. My colleague described the audio coming from my end as “it sounds like you’r… --- ## [Audio Jack Not / Possibly Never Working. Speakers and Bluetooth working fine](https://community.frame.work/t/audio-jack-not-possibly-never-working-speakers-and-bluetooth-working-fine/75340)
**Author:** [@Fungi](https://community.frame.work/u/Fungi)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2025, 10:01pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/audio-jack-not-possibly-never-working-speakers-and-bluetooth-working-fine/75340 "2025-09-20T22:01:40Z")
My framework laptop audio jack simply doesn’t work. I have never tried to plug anything into it since I bought it in 2021. Does anyone know what could be wrong with it? The speakers and Bluetooth work fine. It is only th… [Next page](https://community.frame.work/tag/audio-issues/161.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=audio-issues)