In this article, we will discuss how to fix Intel High Definition Audio Driver not working.
Uninstall and Reinstall Audio Driver
To fix Intel High Definition Audio driver not working, try uninstalling and reinstalling the driver. First, go to Device Manager by right-clicking on the Start menu and selecting it from the context menu. Look for the Intel High Definition Audio driver under the “Sound, video and game controllers” section and right-click on it. Choose “Uninstall device” and follow the prompts to remove the driver.
After uninstalling, go to the Intel website or your computer manufacturer’s website to download the latest driver for your device. Install the driver by double-clicking on the downloaded file and following the installation prompts.
Once the driver is installed, restart your computer and test the audio to see if the issue has been resolved. This simple process can often fix driver-related audio problems on Windows 10 laptops and desktop computers.
Update Audio Driver Automatically
- Open Device Manager by pressing Win+X and selecting Device Manager
- Expand the “Sound, video and game controllers” section by clicking on the arrow next to it
- Right-click on the audio driver that is not working and select Update driver
- Choose “Search automatically for updated driver software” and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the update
Manually Download & Install the Driver
To manually download and install the Intel High Definition Audio driver, you can follow these steps:
1. First, go to the Intel website and navigate to the Drivers & Software section.
2. Search for the specific driver that corresponds to your system and download the latest version.
3. Once the driver is downloaded, locate the file in your downloads folder and double-click to open it.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the driver manually.
5. After the installation is complete, restart your computer to apply the changes.
6. Check if the Intel High Definition Audio driver is now working properly on your system.
Roll Back to a Previous Driver Version
1. Right-click on the Start menu and select Device Manager.
2. Locate and expand the Sound, video and game controllers section.
3. Right-click on the Intel High Definition Audio device and select Properties.
4. Go to the Driver tab and click on Roll Back Driver.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.
6. Restart your computer to apply the changes.
If the rollback option is greyed out or unavailable, you can manually uninstall the current driver and then install the previous version.
To uninstall the driver, follow these steps:
1. Right-click on the Start menu and select Device Manager.
2. Locate and expand the Sound, video and game controllers section.
3. Right-click on the Intel High Definition Audio device and select Uninstall device.
4. Check the box that says “Delete the driver software for this device” and click Uninstall.
5. Once uninstalled, download and install the previous version of the driver from the manufacturer’s website.
Check for Issues in Device Manager
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Press the Windows key + X on your keyboard and select Device Manager from the menu. |
| 2 | Expand the Sound, video and game controllers section. |
| 3 | Look for any devices with a yellow exclamation mark next to them, indicating a problem. |
| 4 | Right-click on the device with the exclamation mark and select Update driver. |
| 5 | Follow the on-screen instructions to update the driver. |
Follow Steps to Reinstall the Driver
To fix the Intel High Definition Audio Driver not working issue, you need to follow these steps:
Step 1: Press the Windows key + X on your keyboard to open the menu.
Step 2: Click on Device Manager from the list of options.
Step 3: In the Device Manager window, locate and expand the “Sound, video and game controllers” section.
Step 4: Right-click on the Intel High Definition Audio device and select “Uninstall device”.
Step 5: Check the box that says “Delete the driver software for this device” and click “Uninstall”.
Step 6: Restart your computer to complete the uninstallation process.
Step 7: After restarting, Windows will automatically reinstall the driver.
FAQs
Why is my high definition audio device not working?
Your high definition audio device may not be working due to outdated or malfunctioning drivers. Ensure that your audio driver is up to date and update it if necessary. If that doesn’t resolve the issue, try uninstalling the audio driver (it will reinstall automatically). If the problem persists, attempt using the generic audio driver provided by Windows.
How do I update my Intel High Definition Audio driver?
To update your Intel High Definition Audio driver, open Device Manager by typing it into the Windows search bar and selecting the Device Manager entry. Expand the Sound, video, and game controllers category, then right-click on the audio card you want to update and select Update driver.
How do I enable Intel R display audio?
To enable Intel R display audio, you can do so by opening the Control Panel, clicking on Hardware and Sound, then Sounds. Under the Playback tab, right click on the empty area and ensure “Show Disabled Devices” is checked. Finally, right click on the Intel R display audio device and select Enable.
