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Audio Device Driver for Realtek Chipsets
Audio chipsets from Realtek are used in motherboards from many different manufacturers. If you have such a motherboard, you can use the drivers provided by Realtek.
Motherboard or PC manufacturers may be slow to catch up on the latest drivers from chipset manufacturers. Therefore the audio driver version you can download at your PC manufacturer's site is not the latest one. The Realtek HD Audio Driver you can download here supports all Realtek High Definition Audio chipsets.
Supported Chipsets
The supported Realtek HD Audio chipsets include:
Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 WHQL: ALC882, ALC883, ALC885, ALC886, ALC887, ALC888, ALC889, ALC892, ALC899, ALC861VD, ALC660, ALC662, ALC663, ALC665, ALC670, ALC671, ALC672, ALC676, ALC680, ALC221, ALC231, ALC260, ALC262, ALC267, ALC268, ALC269, ALC270, ALC272, ALC273, ALC275, ALC276, ALC280, ALC282, ALC283, ALC290
Windows 2000/XP WHQL: ALC880, ALC882, ALC883, ALC885, ALC886, ALC887, ALC888, ALC889, ALC892, ALC899, ALC861VC, ALC861VD, ALC660, ALC662, ALC663, ALC665, ALC670, ALC671, ALC672, ALC676, ALC680, ALC221, ALC231, ALC260, ALC262, ALC267,ALC268, ALC269, ALC270, ALC272, ALC273, ALC275, ALC276, ALC280, ALC282, ALC283, ALC290
HDMI Device WHQL Support: ATI HDMI Devices
Supported Operating Systems
Realtek HD Audio Driver supports the following operating systems: Microsoft Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Server 2003, Vista, Windows Server 2008, Windows 7, Windows 8. Both x86 and x64 operating systems are supported. The pack also includes Microsoft High Definition Audio UAAV1.0a(5013) for Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP1, XP SP2, Server 2003 SP1.
Driver Installation
For Windows 2000 and XP:
Before installing the Realtek High Definition Audio Driver, click the Cancel button if Windows detects the Multimedia Audio device.
Run setup.exe to start the installation.
Click Next to continue the procedure. If the screen resolution is lower than 1024x768, click Yes to continue the installation. If the message "Digital Signature Not Found" shows, click Yes to continue the installation.
Finally, select restart and click Finish to complete the installation.
For Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8:
Run setup.exe to start the installation.
Click Next to continue the procedure. If the screen resolution is lower than 1024x768, click Yes to continue the installation. If the message "Windows can't verify the publisher of this driver software" shows, click "Install this driver software anyway" to continue the installation.
Finally, select restart and click Finish to complete the installation.
Summary
If you have a PC that includes a Realtek audio chipset, use this download to make sure your audio driver is up to date.
Pros
Provides the latest driver for Realtek audio chipsets
Cons
Not an official package from your system/motherboard vendor
FAQ
What is Realtek High Definition Audio Driver?
Realtek High Definition Audio Driver is a free software program developed by REALTEK Semiconductor Corp. that helps your computer communicate with its audio hardware components.
What does the Realtek High Definition Audio Driver do?
The driver provides a way for your operating system to recognize and function with the audio hardware connected to your computer, delivering high-quality sound output.
Is Realtek High Definition Audio Driver safe?
Yes. Realtek High Definition Audio Driver is a legitimate and safe driver that has been widely used in computers with Realtek audio support.
Do I need Realtek High Definition Audio Driver installed on my computer?
If your computer has Realtek audio hardware installed, you need the driver for proper functionality of the audio hardware components.
What operating systems are compatible with Realtek High Definition Audio Driver?
Realtek High Definition Audio Driver supports various Windows operating systems such as Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, and Windows Vista.
Where can I download Realtek High Definition Audio Driver?
You can download the driver from the official website of REALTEK Semiconductor Corp. or various other websites that offer downloads for the driver.
Can I update Realtek High Definition Audio Driver?
Yes. It is recommended to keep the driver updated to avail the latest audio configurations and enhancements.
How do I install Realtek High Definition Audio Driver?
You can install the driver by running the downloaded executable file and following the on-screen instructions provided by the installation wizard.
Can Realtek High Definition Audio Driver fix audio-related issues?
The driver can resolve some software-related audio issues, but not hardware-related ones. If you encounter a hardware issue, you may need to contact a technician for assistance.
What should I do if I encounter an error while installing Realtek High Definition Audio Driver?
You should check if you have downloaded the appropriate driver version for your operating system and audio hardware. If the error persists, you can seek help from the official support forums or contact the REALTEK Semiconductor Corp. team for assistance.
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Audio chipsets from Realtek are used in motherboards from many different manufacturers. If you have such a motherboard, you can use the drivers provided by Realtek.
Motherboard or PC manufacturers may be slow to catch up on the latest drivers from chipset manufacturers. Therefore the audio driver version you can download at your PC manufacturer's site is not the latest one. The Realtek HD Audio Driver you can download here supports all Realtek High Definition Audio chipsets.
Supported Chipsets
The supported Realtek HD Audio chipsets include:
Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 WHQL: ALC882, ALC883, ALC885, ALC886, ALC887, ALC888, ALC889, ALC892, ALC899, ALC861VD, ALC660, ALC662, ALC663, ALC665, ALC670, ALC671, ALC672, ALC676, ALC680, ALC221, ALC231, ALC260, ALC262, ALC267, ALC268, ALC269, ALC270, ALC272, ALC273, ALC275, ALC276, ALC280, ALC282, ALC283, ALC290
Windows 2000/XP WHQL: ALC880, ALC882, ALC883, ALC885, ALC886, ALC887, ALC888, ALC889, ALC892, ALC899, ALC861VC, ALC861VD, ALC660, ALC662, ALC663, ALC665, ALC670, ALC671, ALC672, ALC676, ALC680, ALC221, ALC231, ALC260, ALC262, ALC267,ALC268, ALC269, ALC270, ALC272, ALC273, ALC275, ALC276, ALC280, ALC282, ALC283, ALC290
HDMI Device WHQL Support: ATI HDMI Devices
Supported Operating Systems
Realtek HD Audio Driver supports the following operating systems: Microsoft Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Server 2003, Vista, Windows Server 2008, Windows 7, Windows 8. Both x86 and x64 operating systems are supported. The pack also includes Microsoft High Definition Audio UAAV1.0a(5013) for Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP1, XP SP2, Server 2003 SP1.
Driver Installation
For Windows 2000 and XP:
Before installing the Realtek High Definition Audio Driver, click the Cancel button if Windows detects the Multimedia Audio device.
Run setup.exe to start the installation.
Click Next to continue the procedure. If the screen resolution is lower than 1024x768, click Yes to continue the installation. If the message "Digital Signature Not Found" shows, click Yes to continue the installation.
Finally, select restart and click Finish to complete the installation.
For Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8:
Run setup.exe to start the installation.
Click Next to continue the procedure. If the screen resolution is lower than 1024x768, click Yes to continue the installation. If the message "Windows can't verify the publisher of this driver software" shows, click "Install this driver software anyway" to continue the installation.
Finally, select restart and click Finish to complete the installation.
Summary
If you have a PC that includes a Realtek audio chipset, use this download to make sure your audio driver is up to date.
Pros
Provides the latest driver for Realtek audio chipsets
Cons
Not an official package from your system/motherboard vendor
FAQ
What is Realtek High Definition Audio Driver?
Realtek High Definition Audio Driver is a free software program developed by REALTEK Semiconductor Corp. that helps your computer communicate with its audio hardware components.
What does the Realtek High Definition Audio Driver do?
The driver provides a way for your operating system to recognize and function with the audio hardware connected to your computer, delivering high-quality sound output.
Is Realtek High Definition Audio Driver safe?
Yes. Realtek High Definition Audio Driver is a legitimate and safe driver that has been widely used in computers with Realtek audio support.
Do I need Realtek High Definition Audio Driver installed on my computer?
If your computer has Realtek audio hardware installed, you need the driver for proper functionality of the audio hardware components.
What operating systems are compatible with Realtek High Definition Audio Driver?
Realtek High Definition Audio Driver supports various Windows operating systems such as Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, and Windows Vista.
Where can I download Realtek High Definition Audio Driver?
You can download the driver from the official website of REALTEK Semiconductor Corp. or various other websites that offer downloads for the driver.
Can I update Realtek High Definition Audio Driver?
Yes. It is recommended to keep the driver updated to avail the latest audio configurations and enhancements.
How do I install Realtek High Definition Audio Driver?
You can install the driver by running the downloaded executable file and following the on-screen instructions provided by the installation wizard.
Can Realtek High Definition Audio Driver fix audio-related issues?
The driver can resolve some software-related audio issues, but not hardware-related ones. If you encounter a hardware issue, you may need to contact a technician for assistance.
What should I do if I encounter an error while installing Realtek High Definition Audio Driver?
You should check if you have downloaded the appropriate driver version for your operating system and audio hardware. If the error persists, you can seek help from the official support forums or contact the REALTEK Semiconductor Corp. team for assistance.
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