How to Disable Windows 11 Startup Sound

This post shows students and new users how to turn off the Windows 11 startup sound.

Windows 11 comes with a default startup sound that some may find annoying. Windows play a very short sound when the System boots up just before the login screen. I love it, but again, I’m different.

You have two options when it comes to Windows startup sound. You can turn it on or off, which cannot be changed to something different. Turning the Windows startup sound on and off is simple, even for new users.

Disabling the startup sound in Windows 11 can be helpful in many situations. Some users may find the sound annoying or loud, while others may not want any sound playing during startup.

Disabling the Sound can also make your computer boot up faster, as it doesn’t have to play the sound file. Additionally, if you’re in a quiet environment like a library or a meeting, the startup sound can be disruptive to others.

To get started with turning off Windows 11 startup sound, follow the steps below:

Turn off Windows Startup Sound from System Settings.

There are multiple ways to disable or turn off Windows 11 startup sound. You can do it from the System’s settings page or the registry.

To disable the Sound from the System setting, click on Start and select Settings as shown in the image below:

On the System settings page, select Sound, as shown in the image below

When the Sound settings page opens, go to the More Sound Settings link as shown below.

That will open the Sound properties; switch to the Sounds tab. Then, uncheck the box highlighted below to stop playing the startup sound every time Windows 11 starts.

That should do it!

Disable Startup Sound from Registry

You can also disable or turn off the Windows 11 startup sound from the registry. To do that, use the Windows search feature and search for regedit. Select and open it.

When it opens, navigate to the path below.

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Authentication\LogonUI\BootAnimation

Then, double-click the DWORD named DisableStartupSound. Then, change the value data to 1 to disable it.

0 = On
1 = Off

Exit, and you’re done.

Conclusion:

In summary, disabling the Windows 11 startup sound can enhance your computing experience by:

• Reducing distractions in quiet environments like libraries or meetings.
• Preventing potential annoyance for users who prefer a silent startup.
• Potentially speeding up the boot process by omitting the sound file.
• Offering a straightforward method for customization based on user preference.

Following the steps mentioned, you can easily toggle this feature on or off according to your needs and preferences. Enjoy a quieter startup with Windows 11!