The third and fourth option are simply there for people who are looking for them essentially. If you are looking for additional functionality like sound effects, get the first option. Check your cables, plugs, jacks, volume, speaker, and headphone connections. Verify that all Windows Updates are installed. If you are looking to just fix sound issues, pick the second option. If the Get Help app is unable to resolve your sound or audio issue, try the possible solutions listed: 1. Realtek High Definition Audio Drivers appears to be a legacy driver for Windows 2000, Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP. I wouldn't recommend this unless you already know why you would need this as it for most users just adds unnecessary headache.
Contents of this zip file may just be a compressed executable or it may require an alternative way to install the driver. this comes also in an executable, which means it is a one-click install as well.ĭriver only (ZIP File) is the above, except it comes in a ZIP file. It comes as an executable so it is an installer for ease of use.ĭriver only (Executable file) is the audio drivers to allow your sound to work, but does not come with the optional program that allows you to configure volume and effects, you would have to use the default Windows 10 volume slider. Realtek HD Audio Driver is a driver with a companion program that comes with it for configuring sound options.
Allow me to explain the differences between each as they appear and post a conclusion on which one you should choose.
