If you are using Windows 11 and are getting "Windows could not start the Windows Audio Endpoint Builder service on Local Computer. Error 1053: The service did not respond to the start or control request in a timely fashion." which stops your audio from working properly. This article will guide you through quite a few different steps you can use to solve the problem.
Takeaways:
- Learn how to fix "Windows could not start the Windows Audio Endpoint Builder service on Local Computer. Error 1053: The service did not respond to the start or control request in a timely fashion."
- What is causing "Error 1053: The service did not respond to the start or control request in a timely fashion."
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How to Fix Audio Service Error in Windows 11 | Windows Audio Service Not Running
Most Windows services require other services to work correctly and the Windows Audio Endpoint Builder service needs the following components.
- Windows Audio
- Windows MIDI Service
If either of these services is not running, the Windows Audio Endpoint Builder service cannot start. To check and enable these services:
- Press Win + R, type services.msc, and press Enter.
- In the Services window, locate Windows Audio and double-click it.
- Set Startup type to Automatic and click Start if the service is not running.
- Repeat the same steps for Windows MIDI Service.
Restart or Enable the Power Service
The Power service controls power management policies on your computer. If this service is disabled, audio services may fail to start. To restart or enable the Power service:
- Open the Run dialog by pressing Win + R, type services.msc, and press Enter.
- Find the Power service and double-click it.
- If the service is running, click Stop, set Startup type to Automatic, and then click Start.
- If the service is not running, simply click Start.
- Ensure the Service status shows Running.
Update Windows and Audio Drivers
Outdated system updates or audio drivers can cause this error. To update Windows and drivers:
- Press Win + I to open Settings and navigate to Windows Update.
- Check for updates and install any pending updates.
- Go to Advanced options and check Optional updates. Expand Driver updates and install any updates related to audio devices.
- Restart your computer after the updates are installed.
Reinstall Windows Audio Driver
Corrupted or outdated audio drivers can trigger this error. Reinstalling the driver may resolve the issue:
- Open Device Manager and expand Sound, video and game controllers.
- Right-click your audio device, such as Realtek High Definition Audio, and select Uninstall device.
- Confirm the uninstallation and restart your computer.
- Download and install the latest driver from the manufacturer’s website.
Disable Third-Party Audio Equalizers
Third-party audio equalizers such as Viper4Windows, Equalizer APO, or Windows Audio Loudness Equalizer may interfere with Windows audio services. Temporarily disable or uninstall these programs and check if the error persists.
This is the first place that you need to start in order to solve this problem. It will scan your system for any corruptions and missing files then fix and replace everything to defaults.
Run System File Checker
System File Checker scans and repairs corrupted Windows files.
- Open Command Prompt as administrator.
- Run the following command:
sfc /scannow
- Wait for the scan to complete.
Run DISM
- After SFC finishes, run Deployment Image Servicing and Management.
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
