Windows 11: Fix Device Disconnect Sounds

Sooner or later, your Windows 11 computer will give you some problems. It may be minor such as hearing the sound you typically hear when you disconnect a device. But the weird thing is you haven’t disconnected anything. Keep reading to see what you can do to fix device disconnect sounds and eliminate this sound so it doesn’t distract you.

How to Fix Random Device Disconnect Sound on Windows 11

An easy fix you can start with is to remove all the USB peripherals you have on your Windows 11 computer one by one. You know where the issue originates if the random sound stops after removing one from a specific port. If you’re dealing with a faulty port, it can send all kinds of weird signals.

You can also stop hearing those disconnected sounds by turning off the Device Disconnect feature in sound settings. To get to this option, go to:

• Settings
• System
• Sound
• More Sound Settings

You can also right-click on the speaker icon at the bottom right and click on Sound Settings. Whatever is easier for you.

Another path you can take is to go to:

• Settings
• Personalization
• Themes
• Sounds Windows Default

When the small window appears, you’ll see different tabs. Click on the Sounds tab, and in the Program Events, look for the Device Disconnect option. Click on the option to see a dropdown menu under Sounds. Click on it, and from the available options, choose None. Remember to click Apply, followed by OK.

If you ever want to remove, all system sounds, choose the No Sounds option under the Sound Scheme option.

Fix Device Disconnect Sounds on Windows 11: Update Drivers

When your driver is not updated, they can cause many issues. If you want to avoid being dependent on third-party software to update your drivers (but it saves you a lot of time), you can open the Device Manager by right-clicking on the Windows Start Menu and choosing Device Manager.

Open the sections used by your computer to update the drivers by clicking on the arrow pointing right. For example, if you have a USB mouse, you suspect it could be the culprit in expanding the Bluetooth section. While opening this window, do you see a device that appears and disappears? If you do, right-click on it and choose the update option.

You can choose from two options when updating, you can choose to Search automatically for updated driver software, or you can select Browse my computer for driver software. You may need help updating the driver if it keeps flickering. You can get around that by clicking on the View tab at the top, followed by Show hidden devices. Once you’ve updated the drivers, restarting your computer will be necessary.

Are you still hearing the sound after the update? You can follow the same steps but choose the uninstall option the second time. Uninstalling it will not prevent you from using the device since everything will install again when you use it.

Use Ashampoo Driver Updater to Keep Your Drivers Up to Date

If checking to see what drivers you need to update, you can also use software such as Ashampoo Driver Updater. It keeps all your drivers updated and shows you a list of the ones that are up to date. You can also run a scan if you want it to check again. It’ll only set you back U$30 for three devices for a year.

Use a Different USB Port

The cause of the issue could also be a faulty USB port. You can remove them all and only use one to see which one it is. If you don’t hear the sound, then you can try another port, and so on. Giving it a good clean or taking it for service may also be necessary.

Further Reading

Besides getting rid of random disconnect sounds, in case you want to turn off notification sounds on Windows 10 and 11, here are the steps to follow. Here are some tips on what you can do if Skype Mutes all other sounds on your computer. But if you’re looking for a specific topic, remember to use the search bar at the top.

Conclusion

You know when you connect or disconnect something and don’t need your computer to make a sound every time to let you know. By following the steps in this guide, you can get rid of it and get that peace you’ve been looking for. How long have you been dealing with this issue? Let me know in the comments below, and don’t forget to share the article with others on social media.