(If you have the Classic version of the Control Panel on, it will just say Sounds and Audio Devices). 1  On the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties box, click on the Volume tab. 2  Put a check in the box that says Place Volume icon in the Taskbar.*. 3  Uncheck the Mute box. 4  You should now be able to hear sound on your computer.If you have the Classic version of the Control Panel on, it will just say Sounds and Audio Devices). 1  On the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties box, click on the Volume tab. 2  Put a check in the box that says Place Volume icon in the Taskbar.*. 3  Uncheck the Mute box. 4  You should now be able to hear sound on your computer.
Ground beef already formed into patties or separated into smaller quantities take less time and defrost quicker. For instance, 1/2-inch (1.25-cm) ground beef patties that were frozen separately usually take about 10 hours to defrost.
If using the microwave, cook the ground beef immediately because some areas may begin to cook during the defrosting. To defrost in cold water, put the meat in a watertight plastic bag and submerge. Change the water every 30 minutes. Cook immediately. Do not refreeze raw ground meat thawed in cold water or in the microwave oven unless you cook it first. Never leave ground beef or any perishable food out at room temperature for more than 2 hours (1 hour at 90 Â°F and above). Is it dangerous to eat raw or undercooked ground beef? Yes.