Audio Drivers

An Audio Driver is software which connects and controls the Audio (or sound) card in your computer, tablet or smartphone. Typically, out-of-date, corrupt or missing Audio Drivers can cause problems such as a "No Sound" error, or crackled or distorted sound. The problem could also be the result of improper configuration or incompatible hardware. Upgrading from one version of Windows to another can create problems, because your current driver may work only for the previous version of Windows. Downloading and installing the latest driver for your specific device can fix these types of errors.

Find Driver Updates by Audio Model

Driver Updates for Popular Audio Models

Audio Driver Update Utility
Install the driver automatically
Crystal Semiconductor CS4297 CS4614 CS4624 Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
Samsung YP K3 Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
Behringer U-PHORIA UMC202HD Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
Behringer UM2 Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
HP Realtek HD Audio Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
Cirrus Logic CS4208 Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
E-MU 0202 USB 2.0 Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
Creative Labs CT4810 + chip 5880 Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
Behringer UCA222 Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
M-Audio Fast Track Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
Genius Sound Maker Value 5.1 Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
RealTek Bluetooth A2dp Device Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
Behringer UCA202 Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
Creative Labs ct4810 Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
CMedia CMI8738 Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
CMedia CMI8738/C3DX PCI Audio Device Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
Creative Labs sb0220 Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
Genius SOUND MAKER 5.1 Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
Intel(r) 82801DB/DBM/DA AC '97 Audio Controller Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
Realtek ALC880(D) @ Intel 82801FB ICH6 - High Definition Audio Controller [B-1] Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
Realtek AC97 Audio Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver
Ensoniq Creative Ensoniq AudioPCI Driver
Install the driver automaticallyDownload driver

Featured Audio Device Driver Updates

How to Update Drivers to Fix Audio Problems Quickly & Easily

Many Audio problems can be fixed by updating the drivers. After you upgrade your computer to a new operating system, such as Windows 11, problems can occur because your current driver may work only for the prior version of Windows. There are two ways you can update your Audio drivers.

Option 1 (Recommended): Update drivers automatically - Even computer newbies can update drivers with just a few clicks of a mouse. Use trusted software to identify, download and install the newest driver updates for your PC in one step. Your old drivers can be backed up and restored if you encounter any problems. You'll need novice to beginner level computer skills to use this method.

Option 2: Update drivers manually - Use DriverGuide to find the correct driver for your device and operating system. Next, download and install it by following the step by step instructions. You'll need average to intermediate level computer skills to use this method.

Option 1: How To Update Drivers Automatically

If you do not have the skill level or time to update your drivers manually, or are having difficulty finding the correct driver, you can do it automatically with the Audio Driver Update Utility.

This utility is an intelligent program which will automatically recognize your computer operating system and device. Then, it will find the correct drivers for it. There is no need to know which specific operating system you have, and there is no risk of downloading and installing the wrong driver. Automatic driver updates eliminate mistakes when installing or updating drivers.

You can scan for driver updates automatically with the FREE version of the software, and complete all necessary driver updates with the premium version.

  1. Download the Audio Driver Update Utility.

  2. Run the driver update utility and click the green Scan Now button. Your system will be scanned and automatically detect any problem drivers.  Driver Update Utility Scanning

  3. After the scan is complete, the utility will display a results page similar to the one below: Driver Update Utility Results

  4. Click the Update button next to the out-of-date or missing driver. The correct version will be downloaded and installed automatically. Or, you can click the big green Update All button to automatically download and install the correct version of all the drivers that are missing or out-of-date on your system.

  5. Once updating is complete, re-scan your system to verify that all drivers are up-to-date.

Option 2: How To Update Drivers Manually

To get the latest driver, including Windows 11 drivers, you can choose from our list of most popular Audio downloads or search our driver archive for the driver that fits your specific Audio model and your PC's operating system.

If you cannot find the right driver for your Audio, you can request the driver and we will find it for you. Or, try the automatic option instead.

Once you have downloaded the new driver, next you must remove the current driver if it is installed. On a Windows PC, you do this by using a built-in utility called Device Manager. It allows you to see all of the devices attached to the PC, and the drivers associated with them.

How to Open Device Manager

  • In Windows 11, Windows 10 & Windows 8.1, right-click the Start menu and select Device Manager

  • In Windows 8, swipe up from the bottom, or right-click anywhere on the desktop and choose "All Apps" -> swipe or scroll right and choose "Control Panel" (under Windows System section) -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager

  • In Windows 7, click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager

  • In Windows Vista, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance -> Device Manager

  • In Windows XP, click Start -> Control Panel -> Performance and Maintenance -> System -> Hardware tab -> Device Manager button

How to Install Drivers using Device Manager

The audio driver should typically be located under a category called "Sound, video and game controllers."

  1. Locate the device that is having the issue and double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.

  2. Click the Driver tab.

  3. Click the Uninstall button and follow the instructions.

  4. To reinstall, you can either insert the disk you have from the manufacturer, or run the installer you have downloaded onto your computer and follow the instructions.

  5. If you want to just update the driver instead of removing it, you can click the Update Driver button on the Properties window, and follow the instructions.

Visit our Driver Support Page for helpful step-by-step videos.

All company names/logos are properties of their owners, and are not affiliated with this website.
server: web5, load: 0.73