Static noise in my new laptop

I keep getting a low static noise in my new hp laptop, also one of the lights on the side of the laptop (looks to be the hard drive light) keeps flashing on and off.
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@Laura1989 
Thank you, that one works much better. This is the support page for that model.
HP Notebook - 15-r101na (ENERGY STAR) - Software & Drivers
Also here is the Maintenance guide for that notebook series. Within you will find other information, such as the the locations of the LEDs, to better identify which ones may be flashing irregularly.
HP 15 Notebook PC HP 15 TouchSmart Notebook PC Compaq 15 Notebook PC Compaq 15 TouchSmart Notebook P...
Is the static sound noticeable always, or is it more when the volume is up?
Does the static noise seem to vary depending on what you are doing? (moving the mouse cursor, for example)
Was the static noise present immediately when you first powered the notebook on, or was it after using it a bit, or going online?
There is only the one driver on the site for Windows 8.1, but it may be worth reinstalling it.
Realtek High-Definition (HD) Audio Driver
Also, you should look through the following. I realize that you have sound, but many of the steps are still useful for sound quality issues.
No Sound from Speakers (Windows 8)
Let me know if any of this helps, and if not, then please post the answers to me questions, and hopefully it will point to a solution.
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