Disable Startup Sound from Your ROG Zephyrus in Minutes! Simple Guide

The ROG Zephyrus gaming laptop is a powerful machine, but its startup sound can be a bit excessive for some users. If you’re looking to silence the startup symphony and enjoy a more peaceful computing experience, here’s a comprehensive guide on how to turn off ROG Zephyrus startup sound.

BIOS Configuration

1. Restart the Laptop: Start by restarting your ROG Zephyrus laptop.
2. Enter BIOS: As the laptop restarts, press the “F2” key repeatedly until you enter the BIOS setup utility.
3. Locate Startup Settings: Navigate to the “Advanced” tab in the BIOS menu. Under “Advanced,” select “Startup Settings.”
4. Disable Startup Sound: In the “Startup Settings” menu, look for the option “Startup Sound” or “Boot Sound.” Set it to “Disabled.”
5. Save and Exit: Press “F10” to save the changes and exit the BIOS setup utility.

Registry Editor

1. Open Registry Editor: Press “Windows Key ++ R” to open the Run dialog box. Type “regedit” and press “Enter” to launch the Registry Editor.
2. Navigate to Key: Expand the following key in the left-hand pane:
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HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareAsusASUS Power Center
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3. Create New DWORD Value: Right-click on the “ASUS Power Center” key and select “New” > “DWORD (32-bit) Value.”
4. Name the Value: Name the new DWORD value “DisableStartupSound.”
5. Set Value Data: Double-click on the “DisableStartupSound” value and set its “Value data” to “1.”
6. Close Registry Editor: Close the Registry Editor after making the changes.

Task Scheduler

1. Open Task Scheduler: Press “Windows Key ++ R” to open the Run dialog box. Type “taskschd.msc” and press “Enter” to launch the Task Scheduler.
2. Locate Startup Task: In the left-hand pane of the Task Scheduler, expand the “Task Scheduler Library” folder. Under this folder, navigate to the following path:
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MicrosoftWindowsAudio
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3. Disable Startup Task: Right-click on the task named “Startup” and select “Disable.”
4. Close Task Scheduler: Close the Task Scheduler after disabling the startup task.

Sound Settings

1. Open Sound Settings: Right-click on the speaker icon in the taskbar and select “Sounds.”
2. Select Playback Tab: In the Sound window, switch to the “Playback” tab.
3. Disable Startup Sound: Right-click on the default playback device and select “Properties.” In the “Properties” window, go to the “Advanced” tab and uncheck the box for “Play startup sound.”
4. Click OK: Click “OK” to save the changes and close the “Properties” window.

Device Manager

1. Open Device Manager: Press “Windows Key ++ X” and select “Device Manager.”
2. Expand Sound Devices: Expand the “Sound, video, and game controllers” section in Device Manager.
3. Disable Audio Device: Right-click on the audio device that is currently set as the default playback device and select “Disable.”
4. Close Device Manager: Close Device Manager after disabling the audio device.

In a nutshell

By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively turn off the ROG Zephyrus startup sound and enjoy a quieter computing experience. Whether you prefer the silence of the BIOS configuration or the more detailed control of the Registry Editor, there’s a solution for every user.

Frequently Discussed Topics

Q: Why can’t I find the “Startup Sound” option in my BIOS?
A: Some older ROG Zephyrus models may not have the option to disable the startup sound in the BIOS. If you can’t find the option, try using one of the other methods described in this guide.

Q: After disabling the startup sound in the Registry Editor, it still plays. What should I do?
A: Make sure that the “DisableStartupSound” value is set to “1” and that you have restarted your laptop after making the change. If the issue persists, try using one of the other methods in this guide.

Q: I’ve tried all the methods in this guide, but the startup sound is still playing. What else can I try?
A: Contact ASUS customer support for further assistance. They may have additional troubleshooting steps or a firmware update that can resolve the issue.