Realtek High Definition Audio Driver
Restart required Installed This file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.This package contains the Realtek High Definition audio driver. Audio driver is the software that helps your operating system to communicate with audio devices such as internal sound cards, speakers, headsets, and microphones.
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Fixes & Enhancements
- Improved the stability of the system.
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Version
10.0.251.1, A82
Release date
24 Feb 2025
Download Type
Driver
Category
Audio
Importance
RecommendedDell Technologies recommends applying this update during your next scheduled update cycle. The update contains changes to maintain overall system health. It ensures that the system software remains current and compatible with other system modules (firmware, BIOS, drivers, and software) and may include other new features.
Available formats
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File Format:
Update Package for MS Windows 64-Bit.
File Name:
Realtek-High-Definition-Audio-Driver_RNHMD_WIN64_10.0.251.1_A82_01.EXE
File Size:
231.51 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
Dell Update Packages in native Microsoft Windows 64-bit format do not require that Microsoft WOW64 be installed on the Microsoft Windows Server.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
d9bd4bd043a71d0aee6951151462395a
SHA1:
499ecc283477ab89a048ab91c3d48e4fa7cad9be
SHA-256:
084066a0f05a585dd8337a5006d8b26e6a83618b1fed35e4d51a105507e1090d
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Important Information
- This audio driver requires the Waves MaxxAudio Pro or Dell Optimizer application to be installed to have full functionality.
Select the This Device filter to obtain the correct driver on the Drivers and Downloads page. If you are not on the Drivers and Downloads page, identify your product.
- Audio drivers and applications take no more than 4 minutes to be installed on your system. You can install the updates in the background while using the system.
Select the This Device filter to obtain the correct driver on the Drivers and Downloads page. If you are not on the Drivers and Downloads page, identify your product.
- Audio drivers and applications take no more than 4 minutes to be installed on your system. You can install the updates in the background while using the system.
Supported Operating Systems
Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2019
Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024
Windows 11
Windows 10, 64-bit
Applies to
Realtek High Definition Audio Driver
Installation instructions
Dell Update Package Instructions
Note: Your system requires a restart after installing the driver. The restart can be deferred but must be completed to ensure that the update is installed.
Download
1. Click Download File.
2. When the File Download window is displayed, click Save to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file.
2. Read the information in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites that are identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
Note: Your system requires a restart after installing the driver. The restart can be deferred but must be completed to ensure that the update is installed.
Download
1. Click Download File.
2. When the File Download window is displayed, click Save to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file.
2. Read the information in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites that are identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
Need help with audio issues?
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