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    Dell XPS M1530 Buzzing Headphone Jack Problem!

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by AntTheMan, May 28, 2009.

  1. AntTheMan

    AntTheMan Newbie

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    The headphone jack emits a buzzing noise when I have it connected to my Logitech speakers. It only makes the annoying sound when the AC Adapter is plugged into it. Is there any quick fixes for this problem????

    I just had a technician replaced my motherboard today for a "new" one and no luck it still does it. :mad:

    -Ant
     
    AntTheMan, May 28, 2009
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  2. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    Hi there! The buzzing noise with the 1530's has been a known prob' for a while... :( I was lucky and didn't have that prob' with my 1530.

    You should call back Dell and have them continue to look at the prob' you are having for a fix, since you are having no resolve! ;)

    Here is a thread for you to check out:
    XPS 1530 headphone jack buzz/static?
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?p=4073482

    Hope that helps... :D

    Cin ;) :)
     
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  3. dr_korb

    dr_korb Notebook Consultant

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    I had a prob like that when I connected a cassette player to my 1530 to transfer tapes to mp3. I had an old 90-watt three-prong power supply from a D600 docking station, and using it the buzzing went away. Seems that the 1530s have an issue with ground loops. The 3 prong PS seems to give a good shunt to ground.
     
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  4. AntTheMan

    AntTheMan Newbie

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    I'm going to give Dell tech support a ring again and have them send me another power supply if no alternative fixes work. A Dell technician thought it was a motherboard/power supply issue but he was mistaken. Its still doing it... :(

    Thanks for the link on the thread Cin'. :)

    -Ant
     
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  5. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    I think that's a good idea calling back Tech Support! They shouldn't have a problem sending you a new power supply. I hope that you have a solution to the buzzing sound soon...I know that can be annoying!

    Good luck, and keep us posted! :D


    Cin ;) :)
     
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  6. Rnewman612

    Rnewman612 Notebook Consultant

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    i had that problem with a 1330 but when i got my 3 prong power supply it went a way
     
    Rnewman612, May 29, 2009
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