Warning: Do this only if you are comfortable with motherboard schematics, as shorting the wrong pins can permanently damage the audio chip. Summary of Fixes Best Used For Difficulty Loose internal wires, recent moves CMOS Reset Corrupted BIOS hardware registry BIOS Disable Users who don't use front audio ports Pin Jumper Motherboards moved to custom PC cases
: If you have moved the motherboard to a non-HP case, the system expects an HP-specific proprietary connector that is now missing. New Sound Card 917-front audio not connected
If software fails, it’s time to get physical. Warning: Do this only if you are comfortable
Here is a methodical approach to troubleshooting the 917-Front Audio Not Connected error. You'll want to follow these steps in order, as the first one is the most likely to be the fix. Here is a methodical approach to troubleshooting the
Leave the battery out for 5 minutes. Reinsert it, plug the PC back in, and turn it on. Step 3: Disable the Error in the BIOS Settings