Realtek audio control не работает на windows 11

Содержание

  • Способ 1: Ручной запуск исполняемого файла
  • Способ 2: Добавление программы в автозагрузку
  • Способ 3: Работа со звуковым драйвером
    • Ручная загрузка звукового драйвера
    • Автоматический поиск драйвера в Windows
    • Поиск драйвера из доступных на компьютере
    • Удаление драйвера звука
    • Самостоятельное скачивание Realtek PC Audio Codecs
  • Способ 4: Исправление работы приложения
  • Способ 5: Откат обновления Windows
  • Способ 6: Использование сторонних эквалайзеров
  • Вопросы и ответы

Не запускается Realtek Audio Console в Windows 11

Способ 1: Ручной запуск исполняемого файла

Если после установки «Диспетчера Realtek HD» вы заметили, что данная программа не запускается и, соответственно, с ее помощью не получается настроить звук, сначала следует в целом проверить ее работоспособность. Осуществляется это при помощи поиска исполняемого файла софта и его ручного открытия, что и позволит понять, отобразится ли графический интерфейс драйвера в Windows 11. Используйте для этого следующую простую инструкцию.

  1. Откройте «Проводник» и перейдите по пути C:\Program Files\Realtek\Audio\HDA.
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  3. В данном каталоге найдите файл «RAVCpl64.exe» и дважды кликните по нему, подтверждая тем самым открытие.
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  5. Если программа работает корректно, на экране должно появиться основное окно «Диспетчера Realtek HD», которое и используется для настройки звука.
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Следующие действия зависят уже непосредственно от того, открылась ли программа для дальнейшей работы. Если да, стоит попробовать добавить ее в автозапуск, о чем будет сказано ниже. При отсутствии какой-либо реакции нужно перейти в первую очередь к работе с драйвером звука, а затем к другим решениям проблемы, если исправление так и не будет найдено.

Способ 2: Добавление программы в автозагрузку

Если вам удалось открыть «Диспетчер Realtek HD» так, как это было показано выше, но вы не желаете выполнять это же действие при каждом входе в операционную систему, программу можно добавить в автозагрузку. Так значительно снижается шанс сброса настроек и установленные вами параметры звука всегда будут применены.

  1. Откройте «Пуск» и перейдите в «Параметры», кликнув по значку с изображением шестеренки.
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  3. На панели слева выберите раздел «Приложения», прокрутите колесико вниз списка справа и нажмите по пункту «Автозагрузка».
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  5. В списке приложений понадобится найти «Диспетчер Realtek HD» и перетащить переключатель справа в состояние «Вкл.».
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При отсутствии данного пункта в списке приложений для автозагрузки принцип действий немного меняется, поскольку придется взаимодействовать непосредственно с самим исполняемым файлом и вносить изменения в настройки операционной системы. Более детальную информацию об этом читайте в статье ниже. Попробуйте разные предложенные способы, пока не добьетесь того, чтобы «Диспетчер Realtek HD» включался вместе с Виндовс 11.

Подробнее: Добавление приложений в автозагрузку в Windows 11

Способ 3: Работа со звуковым драйвером

Неправильный звуковой драйвер или его отсутствие — одна из главных причин проблемы в работе «Диспетчера Realtek HD», поэтому мы и предлагаем основное внимание удалить данному методу. Он будет комплексным, подразумевающим выполнение разных алгоритмов действий для достижения нужного результата. Мы попробуем установить разные версии звукового драйвера, чтобы выяснить, какой из них обеспечит корректную работу программе от Realtek.

Ручная загрузка звукового драйвера

Сначала пойдем по стандартной рекомендации, которая заключается в использовании актуальной версии звукового драйвера, предназначенного конкретно для вашей модели материнской платы или ноутбука. Рекомендуем самостоятельно найти такой файл на официальном сайте или в крайнем случае использовать сторонние программы, если поддержка для вашей модели устройства уже прекращена. В некоторых случаях можно выполнить поиск по ID оборудования или загрузить официальную программу от производителя, которая как раз и предназначена для поиска апдейтов. Об этом более детально читайте в материале по следующей ссылке.

Подробнее: Обновление звукового драйвера в Windows 11

Не запускается Realtek Audio Console в Windows 11-07

Обратим ваше внимание: если при поиске такого драйвера на официальном сайте или уже после его установки вы обнаружили, что звуковое устройство не имеет в названии «Realtek», вполне возможно, на ПК установлена звуковая карта от другого производителя и «Диспетчер Realtek HD» не поддерживается. Вам предстоит самостоятельно проверить спецификацию вашего ноутбука или материнской платы, чтобы узнать, какой софт для настройки звука совместим, если он предоставляется производителем звуковой карты.

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Автоматический поиск драйвера в Windows

В некоторых случаях лучшим решением проблемы со звуковым драйвером станет установка рекомендованного из Windows 11. Стандартное средство прекрасно сканирует звуковые устройства и находит для них подходящие файлы, позволяя в пару кликов инсталлировать их и проверить работу. Давайте проверим это на практике и узнаем, поможет ли данное действие решить проблему с запуском «Диспетчера Realtek HD».

  1. Нажмите по «Пуску» правой кнопкой мыши и из появившегося контекстного меню выберите пункт «Диспетчер устройств».
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  3. Разверните категорию «Звуковые, игровые и видеоустройства», чтобы отыскать там «Realtek High Definition Audio». Если такое устройство отсутствует, то вместо него выберите «Устройство с поддержкой High Definition Audio».
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  5. Щелкните дважды по строке с названием устройства и в новом окне выберите действие «Обновить драйвер».
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  7. Далее нажмите по варианту обновления «Автоматический поиск драйверов».
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  9. Ожидайте окончания сканирования и получения результатов. Если обновление удачное, перезагрузите ПК и проверьте работу компонентов. В противном случае переходите к следующим рекомендациям.
  10. Не запускается Realtek Audio Console в Windows 11-012

Поиск драйвера из доступных на компьютере

Для некоторых моделей звуковых карт оптимальным будет вариант поиска и установки стандартного драйвера, который уже присутствует на компьютере. По большей части это относится к старым устройствам, официальная поддержка которых уже была прекращена. Принцип действий немного отличается от предыдущей инструкции, но имеет сходства в плане использования одного и того же штатного инструмента.

  1. Дважды кликните по своему звуковому устройству в «Диспетчере устройств» и снова выберите действие «Обновить драйвер».
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  3. На этот раз в окне нажмите по «Найти драйверы на этом компьютере».
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  5. В следующем шаге вас интересует «Выбрать драйвер из списка доступных драйверов на компьютере».
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  7. Дождитесь загрузки списка и выберите из него «Realtek High Definition Audio», после чего подтвердите установку.
  8. Не запускается Realtek Audio Console в Windows 11-016

Удаление драйвера звука

Выше мы уже говорили о том, что неправильный звуковой драйвер тоже может быть причиной проблем с запуском «Диспетчера Realtek HD» в Windows 11. Иногда стандартная версия оказывается оптимальной, поскольку в будущем она сможет обновиться автоматически средствами ОС. Поэтому если предыдущие действия ни к чему не привели, найдите текущее звуковое оборудование, кликните по нему правой кнопкой мыши и выберите пункт «Удалить устройство».

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В следующем окне обязательно отметьте маркером пункт «Попытка удалить драйвер для этого устройства». Это позволит избавиться от всех связанных файлов и наладить стандартную работу звукового оборудования в операционной системе.

Не запускается Realtek Audio Console в Windows 11-018

По завершении просто перезагрузите компьютер и проверьте, будет ли работать программное обеспечение управления звуком. Если оно вовсе пропало, значит, было удалено вместе с драйвером. Понадобится загрузить его вручную, о чем еще будет написано ниже.

Самостоятельное скачивание Realtek PC Audio Codecs

Рассматриваемая в этой статье программа является частью Realtek PC Audio Codecs, распространяющегося как звуковой драйвер для устройств от Realtek. Этот компонент можно попробовать установить поверх текущего драйвера или сначала удалить его, как это было показано выше, и уже потом выполнить инсталляцию. Данные действия повторно добавят «Диспетчер Realtek HD» в Windows 11 и должны повлиять на его запуск.

Скачать Realtek PC Audio Codecs с официального сайта

  1. Перейдите по ссылке выше, чтобы попасть на официальный сайт программы, и выберите версию 64bits — с Windows 11 она тоже совместима, хоть на официальном сайте это и не заявлено.
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  3. На следующей странице примите условия использования и нажмите по «Download this file».
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  5. Перед началом скачивания обязательно понадобится подтвердить капчу, что займет у вас всего несколько секунд.
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  7. Ожидайте окончания загрузки, запустите полученный исполняемый файл, оставьте место для его установки по умолчанию и подтвердите инсталляцию. По завершении будет предложено перезагрузить компьютер, после чего уже можно будет приступать к проверке «Диспетчера Realtek HD».
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Способ 4: Исправление работы приложения

Для некоторых версий программ, обеспечивающих работу «Диспетчера Realtek HD», поддерживается функция исправления, которая запустит соответствующее средство и инициирует проверку на ошибки с их дальнейшим исправлением. Вам стоит проверить доступность этого инструмента и использовать его для решения ошибок с запуском приложения.

  1. Откройте «Пуск» и перейдите в «Параметры», нажав по значку с шестеренкой.
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  3. На панели слева выберите «Приложения» и перейдите в «Приложения и возможности».
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  5. Найдите приложение «Realtek High Definition Audio Driver» или другое, связанное с Realtek. Справа от приложения нажмите по кнопке с тремя точками и выберите пункт «Изменить». Если он неактивен, значит, исправление недоступно для данной версии и ее можно только попробовать переустановить.
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В редких случаях пользователи замечают, что ошибки с работой «Диспетчера Realtek HD» появились как раз после установки системных обновлений. Это может привести и к тому, что в Виндовс вовсе пропадет звук, но такие проблемы случаются нечасто. Если у вас есть повод полагать, что именно установленное недавно обновление и повлияло на работу компонента, его можно попробовать откатить и проверить, поможет ли это решить проблему. О доступных методах реализации подобной задачи читайте в материале по ссылке ниже.

Подробнее: Как удалить обновление в Windows 11

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Способ 6: Использование сторонних эквалайзеров

По большей части «Диспетчер Realtek HD» используется в Windows 11 как эквалайзер с различными звуковыми настройками. Если в ходе выполнения предыдущих инструкций оказалось, что ваш компьютер не поддерживает данную программу или ее работу не получилось исправить, возможно, стоит обратить внимание на сторонние эквалайзеры, устанавливаемые отдельно от звукового драйвера. Таких программ существует большое количество с разными возможностями и преимуществами. Список самых популярных вы найдете в статье по ссылке ниже и сможете подобрать что-то подходящее для себя.

Подробнее: Популярные эквалайзеры для компьютера на Windows

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Дополнительно отметим, что некоторые проблемы со звуком, если именно ради них вы и решили открыть «Диспетчер Realtek HD», можно решить другими методами. Часть из них представлена в отдельных материалах по следующим ссылкам, поэтому можете воспользоваться рекомендациями и попытаться справиться без применения рассматриваемой программы.

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Включение тонкомпенсации в Windows 11

Realtek Audio is a driver that allows your computer to communicate with audio devices such as speakers and sound cards. It is important to have updated Realtek audio drivers to ensure that your computer can properly communicate with your audio devices.

There is no official word from Realtek on Windows 11 compatibility at this time. However, users have reported issues with Realtek audio drivers on Windows 11, including problems with sound quality, audio cutting out, and the audio not working entirely even.

If you’re having trouble with your Realtek audio not working in Windows 11, don’t worry! There are a few easy ways to fix this problem.

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There are several reasons for the Realtek audio not working in Windows 11. We have listed the most common causes below.

  • Outdated audio driver
  • Incompatible audio enhancements
  • Faulty audio settings
  • Conflict between Realtek and windows driver

Fixes for Realtek Audio Not Working in Windows 11

Just as there are many causes for this issue, there are several fixes as well. Here are a couple of ways to resolve Realtek audio not working in Windows 11.

Update Your Audio Drivers

One way to fix this problem is to update your audio drivers. Outdated or corrupt audio drivers can cause problems with your sound card. You may update your drivers manually by visiting your sound card manufacturer’s website. Additionally, you can automatically update your audio driver as well. To do so follow these steps.

  1. Search for Device Manager from the search bar in the taskbar.
  2. Double click Audio input and outputs.
  3. Then, right-click on Speakers and select Update Driver.
    device manager speaker
  4. Click on Search automatically for drivers.
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Adjust Your Audio Settings

Another way to fix the no audio problem is to adjust your audio settings. In some cases, the problem may be caused by incorrect audio settings. To adjust your audio settings, follow these steps.

  1. Press the Windows and R keys simultaneously.
  2. Type ‘control’ in the search bar and hit enter.
  3. Go to Hardware and Sound.
    Hardware and sound
  4. Go to Sound.
    control panel sound properties
  5. From here, you can change a number of settings, including your speakers and microphone.

Disable Enhancements

Another way to fix this problem is to disable audio enhancements. These enhancements can cause problems with your sound card, in a few cases. To disable enhancements, follow these steps.

  1. Press the Windows and R keys simultaneously to open Run.
  2. Type ‘control’ in the search bar and hit enter.
  3. Go to Hardware and Sound.
    Hardware and sound
  4. Go to Sound. Under Playback, select your active speaker.
    control panel sound properties
  5. Click on the Enhancements tab.
    Disable Audio Enhancements
  6. From here, you can disable any enhancements that are causing problems.

Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Realtek Audio Drivers

If updating does not fix the issue, you can further try uninstalling and reinstalling the Realtek audio drivers. To uninstall the Realtek audio drivers, follow these steps.

  1. Right-click on the Start menu.
  2. Go to Device Manager.
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  3. Click on Sound, video, and game controllers.
  4. Right-click on Realtek High Definition Audio.
  5. Click on the Uninstall device option.
    Realtek right click
  6. Checkmark Delete the driver software for this device option.
  7. Click on Uninstall.

To reinstall the Realtek audio drivers, follow these steps.

  1. Visit product’s official website and Download.
  2. After the setup file has been successfully downloaded, run the installation program.
  3. Follow the instructions and wait for the driver to be installed.

Restart Windows Audio Service

Restarting Windows audio service is one of the easiest ways to fix audio not working in Windows 11. To restart Windows audio service, follow these steps.

  1. Launch the Run app by pressing the Windows + R hotkeys.
  2. Type services.msc in the Run app, and press the Enter hotkey.
    services.msc
  3. Locate the Windows Audio service in the list and double-click on it.
  4. Then, click on the Stop button to stop the Windows audio service.
    Stop windows audio
  5. Close the Windows Audio Service Properties window and double-click on the Windows audio service again.
  6. Now, click on the Start button to start the Windows audio service.
  7. Click on the OK button to close the Windows audio service Properties window.

Checking and Resetting the Audio Device

Checking and resetting the audio device is also a way to fix Realtek audio not working in Windows 11. To check and reset the audio device, follow these steps:

  1. Launch the Device Manager program by pressing the Windows + R hotkeys.
  2. Type devmgmt.msc in the Run app, and press the Enter hotkey.
    devmgmt.msc
  3. Expand the Sound, video, and game controllers section in the Device Manager.
  4. Right-click on the audio device, select the Disable device option, and select the Enable device option after that.
    Disable speakers
  5. Close the Device Manager program.

Restart Your Computer

If all else fails, restarting your computer can sometimes fix this problem. In some cases, the problem may be caused by a temporary glitch. Restarting your computer will clear any temporary problems and allow your sound card to work properly.

Related Questions

Why Is My Realtek Audio Control Not Working?

There is no fixed answer for this issue but some of the most common causes include, corrupt system files (Realtek files), incompatible OS, outdated audio drivers, OS, and Realtek program, bugs, etc.

To fix this issue, you can re-install Realtek, and update your audio drivers, OS, and Realtek program. Moreover, you can also try troubleshooting.

Why Does My Speaker Work but Mic Doesn’t?

If the speaker works but the mic doesn’t, then it’s likely that the mic is muted or the volume is turned down too low. Additionally, the speaker and mic have different drives, while you may have updated your audio driver for speakers, you may have missed out on updating drivers for the microphone.

Moreover, the mic can be clogged by dust over time which is not an uncommon phenomenon. This can cause the mic to not work.

Why Is There No Sound After Upgrading to Windows 11?

This is probably caused by incompatibility issues; Windows 11 is fairly new and there are a lot of issues due to its incompatibility. The issue could also be caused by a corrupted Windows registry while updating the OS.

Explore tested solutions to solve Realtek HD Audio Driver errors

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  • The Realtek HD Audio Driver can stop working properly if it isn’t updated regularly.
  • After updating the driver, make sure to restart the Audio service.
  • Another solution is to reinstall the Realtek driver altogether.

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The Realtek HD Audio Driver is one of the most common pieces of software for changing and tweaking audio settings on your PC. However, there are some difficulties that might cause Windows 11’s Realtek audio driver to stop functioning properly.

A variety of factors might contribute to Realtek HD Audio Driver issues. The majority of the challenges may be addressed by taking the steps outlined in this guide. Keep up with us!

Is Realtek audio driver compatible with Windows 11?

Realtek HD Audio Driver is the most user-friendly audio driver software that enhances sound quality and provides Dolby or Surround sound support via a sound card.

This driver is completely compatible with Windows 11, and this is not the cause of different issues with the driver. Here are the most common causes:

  • Outdated drivers – Driver updates go hand in hand with OS ones. Thus, if your OS will update but your drivers won’t, it might cause miscommunications across your device. In this case, it is advised to update your Realtek audio driver.
  • Enhancement audio settings – There are multiple audio enhancement software and settings that may cause issues with the driver. Thus, we will show you below how to disable them.
  • Corrupted drivers – Corrupted drivers are another reason which causes your OS to unsuccessfully communicate with your driver. By reinstalling the driver or installing another one, you will be able to fix this issue.
  • Wrong port connections – Make sure that you connect the audio cable to the right port and not the one for an audio input, which is usually pink.

How do I fix my Realtek audio driver in Windows 11?

In this article

  • Is Realtek audio driver compatible with Windows 11?
  • How do I fix my Realtek audio driver in Windows 11?
  • 1. Check the audio output
  • 2. Restart the Audio service
  • 3. Update the driver
  • 4. Reinstall the Realtek driver or use your manufacturer’s
  • 5. Disable Audio Enhancements
  • 6. Run the Audio Troubleshooter
  • 7. Run System Restore
  • 8. Update Windows
  • What to do if there’s no sound at all?

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  • Check the audio output, unplug and reconnect the device, then connect it to another system to test its functionality.
  • Remove any third-party antivirus software and opt for a better one that’s optimized for Windows 11 and won’t interfere with your audio.

1. Check the audio output

  1. Click on the Volume icon in the Taskbar. Alternatively, you can press Windows + A to launch it.
    volume   windows 11 realtek audio driver
  2. In the Quick Menu, click on the carrot arrow icon next to the volume level.
    carrot arrow   windows 11 realtek audio driver
  3. It will prompt you with a list of audio devices connected to the system. Select the desired device.
    output devices   windows 11 realtek audio driver

If selecting the desired device did not resolve the audio issue, it is possible that other system faults, for which we have provided alternative solutions, were the source of the problem.

2. Restart the Audio service

  1. Press the Windows key + R, which opens Run. Then enter services.msc in the open box, and click the OK button.services-ok error printing windows 10
  2. Find the Realtek audio service, right-click it and select Restart.restart-realtetk-service realtek audio driver windows 11

3. Update the driver

If it isn’t constantly updated, the Realtek HD Audio Driver may stop functioning correctly. Follow these easy steps to correctly update the driver and fix the issue!

1. Right-click on the Start icon in the Taskbar or press Windows + X to launch the Quick Access menu then select Device Manager.

device manager windows 11 realtek audio driver

2. Locate and double-click the Sound, video, and game controllers option. Right-click on the Realtek Audio device and select Update driver from the context menu.

realtek-update realtek audio driver windows 11

3. Select the Search automatically for drivers option as Windows will find the best drivers on your system. Reboot your PC afterward.

search-automatically-drivers

We strongly advocate using a specialist program such as Outbyte Driver Updater to do automatic scans for out-of-date drivers.

Outbyte Driver Updater

Safely update the Realtek driver as well as all other outdated drivers on your system.

4. Reinstall the Realtek driver or use your manufacturer’s

  1. Right-click on the Start icon in the Taskbar or press Windows + X to launch the Quick Access menu. Select Device Manager from the list of options displayed.
    device manager   windows 11 realtek audio driver
  2. Locate and double-click on the Sound, video, and game controllers option. Right-click on the Realtek Audio device and select Uninstall device from the context menu.realtek-uninstall enable hadset
  3. You can now either reboot your PC to automatically reinstall the Realtek driver, or head to your manufacturer’s website and search for an audio driver and download it. For example, here is Lenovo’s support page where you can find all drivers.realtek-lenovo realtek audio driver windows 11

After you have completed the procedures outlined above, restart your computer. Windows will automatically update the driver to the most recent version available. It will also remove any corrupted driver files that may have been present.

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5. Disable Audio Enhancements

  1. Press on the Windows key + S, and search for Change system sounds.
    change system sound   windows 11 realtek audio driver
  2. Inside the Sound panel, navigate to the Playback tab, then select the speaker you are having trouble with, and click on Properties at the bottom.
    playback speakers   windows 11 realtek audio driver
  3. Click on the Enhancements tab, then tick the checkbox for Disable all enhancements, and click the OK at the bottom to save the changes and close the window.
    enhancements tab   windows 11 realtek audio driver

6. Run the Audio Troubleshooter

  1. Right-click on the Start icon in the Taskbar or press Windows + X to launch the Quick Access menu. From the list of options, select Settings.
    settings   windows 11 realtek audio driver
  2. The System tab will be open by default. Scroll down on the right side of the window and select Troubleshoot from the list of options.
    troubleshoot menu realtek hd audio device windows 11
  3. Tap on Other troubleshooters.
    other troubleshooters   windows 11 realtek audio driver
  4. Locate the Playing Audio troubleshooter and click on Run next to it.
    run   windows 11 realtek audio driver
  5. Select the audio output device you are having issues with and click on Next at the bottom.

Windows will now identify any issues with the device or configured settings and fix them. Instructions will be displayed once the errors are found, so make sure to follow them carefully.

7. Run System Restore

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NOTE

System Restore will not delete any files on the system, however, recently installed applications, changes in settings, and driver updates may be removed.

  1. Press on the Windows key + S, search for Create a restore point, and click on the relevant search result.
    restore point   windows 11 realtek audio driver
  2. The System Protection tab will automatically open. Click on System Restore under it.system-rest realtek audio driver windows 11
  3. The Recommended restore point will be selected by default, but you can select another one by clicking on the Choose a different restore point option. After this, click on Next at the bottom.
    recommended restore   windows 11 realtek audio driver
  4. If everything looks fine, click on Finish at the bottom.

After your system has been successfully restored, the Realtek audio problem will be immediately repaired by the operating system. In case you don’t have a restore point created, check our guide on how to create a restore point in Windows 11.

8. Update Windows

  1. Press Windows + I to open the Settings app. Click the Windows Update section then click Check for updates on the right.check-updates-w11 windows 11 blue screen
  2. Reboot your PC afterward. The Realtek audio driver not working in Windows 11 issue will be fixed.

What to do if there’s no sound at all?

If you notice your sound has been missing altogether after installing Windows 11, you might want to check in with Microsoft’s help center.
no sound   windows 11 realtek audio driver

The help service will offer you more actions to take in order to solve the sound issues at hand. To talk with its support team, click the Get support link on the Contact Microsoft Support page. Thereafter, click the Contact Support button after entering a description.

We hope that these methods were helpful in resolving your Realtek HD Audio Driver issues. Let us know what you think in the comment section below, and which solution worked best for you!

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Windows 11 was released in October 2021 worldwide with a lot of bugs and errors. This is most evident with the new OS, especially the drivers who are still in the testing phase. Recently many users have been complaining about Realtek audio console not enhancing audio in Windows 11 like headphone virtualization, loudness equalization, etc. for headphones, speakers, and other such devices. So, today we bring a perfect guide that will help you to fix Realtek audio console not working in Windows 11.

How to Fix Realtek Audio Console Not Working in Windows 11

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Realtek Audio console not working issue have risen after people upgraded to Windows 11 and weren’t there in Windows 10. Though Microsoft has been constantly working on improving Windows 11 and the recent version has attained much stability as compared to initial versions. However, you may still face the said issue. There can be a lot of reasons which can lead to problems with the Realtek audio console, a handful of such reasons are listed down as follows for you to get an idea about the scenario;

  • Damaged peripherals or outdated devices
  • Connectivity issues with the device, damaged cable wires
  • Drivers corrupt or outdated for the specific device
  • Mismanaged audio settings or disruption in driver installation due to the presence of an unwanted application interfering with the background process
  • Loose connection at the cabinet end of the system failing to complete the circuit.
  • Wrongly inserted cables to incorrect ports

Usually, one of these reasons may be causing Realtek audio console not working on Windows 11 properly problem. To rectify these, let’s move forward with the methods

Method 1: Basic Hardware Troubleshooting

To start from the very basic, check the connectivity of the devices you’ve plugged in. Follow the given points to do so.

  • Go to the cabinet of your system or the dock board and check if the connections are done properly.
  • Untangle and reconnect the wire if so, might be straining the cables.
  • Also, check your system in case of muted or low leveled audio which is done by some applications to optimize the system for comfortable hearing experiences.
  • Plugging out and reconnecting the device should also be performed to verify.

This method could fix the basic issues with the connectivity of the peripherals, but if this wasn’t the case, proceed to the next method.

Method 2: Run Playing Audio Troubleshooter

Troubleshooting the audio might sometimes fix all the persistent problems with the audio on the system. To try them out, follow these steps:

1. Click on the Search icon, type troubleshoot settings, and click on Open.

open Troubleshoot settings from Windows 11 search menu

2. Here, click on Other troubleshooters under the Troubleshooting options.

Other troubleshooters options in Settings

3. Locate Playing Audio and click on Run on the right to start the troubleshooter.

click on Run button for Playing Audio troubleshooter Windows 11

4. Now, select the Realtek audio device and click on the Next button.

select an audio device in the Playing audion troubleshooter and click on Next Windows 11

5. Wait for the troubleshooter to detect the problems.

6. Apply the fix if there are any issues as instructed by the troubleshooter.

7. Restart the PC after making changes.

Open your audio console and choose your settings to check the audio whether the issue of Realtek audio console is not working got fixed.

Also Read: Fix Low Microphone Volume in Windows 11

Method 3: Set Default Audio Device

Multiple audio devices can sometimes lead to misbehavior, thus might lead to Realtek audio console not enhancing audio. Follow these steps to set your specific audio input/output as a default device for your system.

1. Right-click on the speaker icon in the Taskbar overflow section and select Sound settings, as illustrated below.

Sound icon in System tray

2. Click on More sound settings under Advanced section.

More sound settings in Settings

3. Click on the Playback tab on the Sound window.

playback tab in Sound window Windows 11

4. Locate Realtek audio device in the list, click on it and choose Set default options below.

select realtek hd audio device and click on Set default button in Sound playback tab Windows 11

5. Click on Apply > OK to save changes and close the window.

Open the console, set your desired settings, and check the audio too if this fixed Realtek audio console not enhancing audio. If this didn’t solve, proceed to the next method.

Method 4: Verify the Audio Output

This can sound silly but confirming the correct audio output can be equally important in case you’ve multiple audio outputs connected. Sometimes repeated failed attempts of optimizing the audio device by overlooking these little details keep you struck for hours not leading you to the desired audio outputs. To verify this,

1. Click on the search icon, type Realtek audio console, and click on Open.

open realtek audio console through windows 11 search menu

2. On the left pane, click on Realtek HD Audio output from the listed devices.

select device in Realtek audio console

3. Now make the desired audio changes for the device and close the application.

4. Then, play any random music after choosing your desired settings in the console and check if still the issue remains. If this didn’t work, proceed with the next method.

Also Read: How to Turn Off Windows 11 Camera and Microphone Using Keyboard Shortcut

Method 5: Change Realtek Audio Device Format

Improving the sound quality for the audio output can be advised by choosing the best studio quality available in Windows to cure this problem. To do so, follow these simple steps:

1. Navigate to Sound settings > More sound settings > Sound window as shown in Method 3.

2. Right-click on Realtek audio device and select Properties.

right click on realtek hd audio device and select Properties in Sound Playback tab Windows 11

3. Click on the Advanced tab and select the drop-down menu under the Default format.

in the Advanced tab click on the dropdown menu for Default format option in Realtek hd audio device properties Sound control panel settings windows 11

4. Then, select the 2 channel, 24 bit, 192000 Hz (Studio Quality) from the dropdown options.

select the best quality format in the Realtek hd audio device properties advanced tab Windows 11

5. Click on Apply > OK to save changes.

Check the settings on the audio console and play any audio to check if Realtek audio console not enhancing audio is fixed.

Method 6: Reinstall Audio Service

Here are the steps to reinstall audio service to fix Realtek audio console not enhancing audio on Windows 11 problem.

1. Click on the Search icon, type services, and click on Open.

open services from windows 11 search menu

2. On the Services window, scroll down the list in front to locate the Windows Audio service and check its Status tab.

3A. If the Status tab says Stopped, then click on the Start option on the Windows Audio section.

3B. If the Status tab says Running, click on the Restart option as highlighted in the given pic below.

select Windows audio service and click on Restart option in Windows 11 services window

4. Now, restart the following services too by repeating the above steps.

  • Windows Audio Endpoint Builder
  • Remote Procedure Call

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Method 7: Update Audio Driver

A pending update for the audio driver would restrict further work by other applications related to it. To check this, follow these steps:

1. Click on the Search icon, type device manager, and click on Open.

open device manager from windows search menu Windows 11

2. Double click on Audio inputs and outputs to expand and view the installed drivers.

double click on Audio inputs and outputs device to expand audio drivers

3. Right-click on your audio driver and select the Update driver option.

right click on Realtek audio driver and select Update driver option in Windows 11

4. Click on Search automatically for drivers to download and update the driver automatically.

click on Search automatically for drivers in the Realtek audio Update driver wizard

5A. If any updates are available, then Windows will download and install them.

5B. If your driver is updated then, you will receive the message The best drivers for your device are already installed. Click on the search for updated drivers on Windows Update option.

select search for updated drivers on Windows update in the Update Drivers wizard Windows 11

6. Then, select Advanced options in the right pane of the Windows Update menu.

Windows update section in the Settings app

7. Click on the Optional updates option under Additional options.

Optional updates options

8. If there are any updates available then, they will be listed here. Find the audio driver update and check the box next to it.

9. Then, click on Download & install.

select optional updates and click on Download and intall button in Windows 11

10. Finally, restart your PC after installing the updates.

Method 8: Reinstall Audio Driver

If all these methods didn’t work, the installed drivers might be the problem, and reinstalling would fix Realtek audio console not enhancing audio in Windows 11 problem. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Click on the Search icon, type device manager and click Open.

open device manager from windows search menu Windows 11

2. In the device manager window, double click on Audio inputs and outputs to expand it.

3. Right-click on audio driver and click on Uninstall device from the context menu.

right click on Realtek audio driver and select Uninstall device in Windows 11

4. In the Uninstall Device confirmation prompt, click on Uninstall.

click on Uninstall in the Uninstall device confirmation promt to remove realtek audio driver Windows 11

5. Then, restart your PC.

6. Download the latest Realtek audio driver from the official website.

Note: You can also select the compatible driver for your system from the Intel Driver and Support Assistant page.

download realtek audio driver for Windows 11 from official website

7. Go to the location where you downloaded the driver setup file.

8A. In case the downloaded file is executable, double click on .exe file and follow the on-screen instructions to install Realtek audio driver on Windows 11.

8B. If the downloaded file is in formats like .zip or .rar, use an archive extraction application like 7Zip or WinRAR. After extracting the contents of the archive, double-click on the executable setup file and install the driver.

Now, check Realtek audio console is working or not.

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Method 9: Perform System Restore

If none of the above methods fix Realtek audio console not working on Windows 11 problem. Then, you should restore your system back to when the issue did not exist. Follow these steps to perform a System resote.

1. Click on the Search icon, type Control Panel and click on Open.

Start search results for Control Panel. How to Fix Realtek Audio Console Not Working in Windows 11

2. Set View by: > Large icons and click on the Recovery option, as depicted.

go to Recovery in Control Panel

3. Then, click on Open System Restore.

click on Open System Restore in Recovery window

4A. Now, choose Recommended restore and select Next in the System Restore window. And, click on Next.

System restore dialog box

4B. Alternatively, you can manually Choose a different restore point. Then, select latest restore point to restore your computer to the point when you were not facing the issue. Click on Next.

Note: You can click on Scan for affected programs to see the list of applications that will be affected by restoring the computer to the previously set restore point. Click on Close to close the newly opened window.

List of available restore points

5. Finally, click on Finish to start the System Restore.

System Restore dialog box. How to Fix Realtek Audio Console Not Working in Windows 11

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With this article, we hope you were able to fix Realtek audio console not working in Windows 11. A couple of these methods are feasible for the issue, tell us in the comment section below which of these methods work for you and if there are further queries.

Audio problems can be one of the most frustrating issues on a computer. Imagine watching a movie or a video, only to be left with no sound and no idea how to fix it!

Many Windows users have reported that after upgrading to Windows 11 from Windows 10, their Realtek audio stopped working. If you’re experiencing this issue with your Realtek audio on Windows 11, don’t worry; fortunately, there are a few fixes.

In this article, we will show you how to fix the Realtek audio not working in Windows 11. We will also provide some tips to avoid audio problems on Windows 11.

If the Realtek audio drivers are not functioning on your Windows 11 device, it could be due to any of the following reasons:

  • Outdated or corrupted Realtek audio drivers: If the sound driver is outdated or corrupted, it may not work correctly on your device.
  • Incorrect audio settings: If you have selected incorrect audio settings on your device, the audio may not work correctly.
  • Hardware compatibility: If you are using hardware that is not compatible with the Windows 11 operating system, it may not work correctly.
  • Changes in Windows settings: If you have changed certain Windows settings, it may cause the audio to not work properly.
  • Wrong connections: If you have connected your device to the wrong audio port, it may cause the audio to not work properly.
  • Audio service stopped working: If the audio service on your device has stopped working, it may cause the audio to not work.

Fix Realtek Audio Driver Not Working on Windows 11

Now you know the reasons why your Realtek audio may not be working on Windows 11. Here are various fixes that you can apply.

1. Check Your Connection and Audio Source

The first thing you should do is check the connections between your device and the audio source. Make sure that you have connected your device to the right port and that it is adequately secured. Also, make sure that you are using the correct audio source.

2. Update Realtek Audio Driver

If your Realtek audio driver is outdated or corrupted, it may cause the audio to not work. To fix this issue, you need to update your Realtek audio driver.

You can do this manually by visiting the website of Realtek and downloading the latest drivers for your device. Or, if you can update the Realtek audio drivers through Device Manager:

1. Press the Windows + X keys at the same time and click on Device Manager.

windows device manager

2. Expand the Sound, video, and game controllers option by clicking on it.

sound video and game controllers drivers

3. Right-click on Realtek(R) audio and select Update driver.

update realtek driver

4. Choose “Search Automatically for Updated Driver Software” from the options available and wait for Windows to finish the process.

3. Re-Install Realtek Audio Drivers

If updating the audio drivers doesn’t help, you may need to re-install them. You can do this by following these steps:

1. Press Windows + X keys at the same time and click on Device Manager.

2. Expand the Sound, video, and game controllers option by clicking on it.

3. Right-click on Realtek(R) audio and select Uninstall device.

uninstall device

4. Restart your device, and Windows will automatically install the latest Realtek driver. If not, you can manually re-install the latest version of the drivers from the website of Realtek.

4. Verify Audio Settings

If you have selected incorrect audio settings, it may cause the audio to not work correctly. To fix this issue, verify your audio settings and make sure that they are correct:

1. Right-click on the “speaker icon” in the taskbar and select Sound settings from the context menu.

windows 11 sound settings

2. Under the Output heading, click Choose where to play sound.

choose where to play sound

3. Select the correct audio source from the list. Also, adjust the volume as per your preference.

choose the correct audio source

5. Run Windows 11 Audio Troubleshooter

You can also run the Windows 11 audio troubleshooter to detect and fix any audio-related issues on your device. It can help you resolve any conflicts or incorrect settings causing the Realtek audio not working problem.

Here are the steps to run Windows audio troubleshooter:

1. Launch Windows Settings by pressing the Windows + I keys at the same time.

windows 11 settings

2. On the left pane, remain on the System tab and select Troubleshoot on the right.

windows troubleshoot

3. Under the Troubleshoot settings, select Other troubleshooters.

other troubleshooters

4. Click the Run button next to “Playing Audio” to begin troubleshooting.

run audio troubleshooter

5. Follow the on-screen instructions to fix any audio-related issues on your device.

6. Restart Realtek Audio Service

Realtek audio service is responsible for running the audio on your device. If it has stopped working, it can cause the audio to not work. To fix this issue, you need to restart Realtek audio service.

Here is how to restart Realtek Audio Service:

1. Press Windows + R keys at the same time and type “services.msc” into the Run box. Press Enter to launch the Services window.

windows 11 services

2. Locate Realtek Audio Universal Service or RtkAudioService in the list, right-click on it, and select Start.

start realtek audio service

3. Wait for Windows to finish the process and verify that your Realtek audio is now working correctly.

7. Disable Audio Enhancements

It is possible that any audio enhancements enabled on your device can interfere with the Realtek audio and cause it to not work correctly. To fix this issue, you need to disable all audio enhancements. Here is how to do that:

1. Click the ‘search icon’ on the taskbar, type Change system sounds on the Windows search box, and click on its icon to launch.

change system sounds

2. Now switch to the Playback tab, select your Speaker, and click Properties at the bottom.

speakers properties

3. Under the Speaker Properties window, switch to the Advanced tab and uncheck Enable audio enhancements.

uncheck enable audio enhancements

Now check if the Realtek audio is working correctly on your device. If it still doesn’t work, try the next solution.

8. Restore Windows 11 to a Previous State

Windows 11 automatically creates restore points every time you install an app or make any major changes to the system. If any app or recent changes are causing the problem, restoring your PC to a previous state can help fix it.

However, remember that restoring Windows to a previous state would delete all the recent applications and restore all the changes you have made to the system. Here are the steps to run the system restore:

1. Press Windows + R to launch the “Windows Run Command.”

2. Type this command to open the “System Restore” Window: rstrui

run rstrui command

3. Under the “System Restore” window, click Next.

click next to begin system restore

4. Select an appropriate system restore point from the list where Realtek audio was working fine and click Next.

select a restore point

5. Finally, click Finish to restore the system to its previous state.

finish the system restore

9. Update Windows 11

Finally, if none of the above methods have helped you fix the Realtek audio not working issue, try updating your computer. It might be possible that the Realtek audio driver is incompatible with the current version of Windows.

Updating Windows 11 to the latest version can help fix most of the sound-related issues on your device. You can check for any available updates and install them using Windows Settings. Here is how to do that:

1. Click the Start button and launch Settings from the Start menu.

2. Switch to the Windows Update tab on the left, and on the right, click on Check for Updates.

windows 11 check for updates

3. Windows will now check for available updates and download them.

4. Finally, click on the Install all button to install all the available updates.

install all updates

Restart the system and check if the problem is solved.

Summing Up

Realtek audio not working can be frustrating, but luckily you can usually fix it easily. In this article, we have discussed 9 solutions that you can use to fix the Realtek audio not working issue on your device. We hope these steps have helped you resolve any conflicts or incorrect settings causing the Realtek audio not working problem.

We have listed some of the most effective methods to resolve this issue; still, if none of these methods help, we suggest you contact customer support for further assistance with this problem.

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