Uninstalling Newest Realtek Audio Drivers Results in Driver Issues on Asus Laptop
If you own an Asus laptop and have recently updated your Realtek audio drivers, you may have encountered issues with your external displays and speakers connected via HDMI. This article will guide you through the process of uninstalling the problematic drivers and provide you with some troubleshooting tips to resolve the issue.
Identifying the Problematic Driver
The first step in resolving the issue is to identify the problematic driver. In this case, the driver in question is the Realtek audio driver, which has the hardware ID of {4d36e96c-e325-11ce-bfc1-08002be10318}.
Uninstalling the Problematic Driver
To uninstall the problematic driver, follow these steps:
- Press the Windows key + X and select Device Manager from the list.
- Expand the Sound, video and game controllers category.
- Right-click on the Realtek Audio driver and select Uninstall device.
- Check the box that says "Delete the driver software for this device" and click Uninstall.
Resolving the Issue
After uninstalling the problematic driver, you can try the following troubleshooting steps to resolve the issue:
- Restart your laptop and allow Windows to automatically install the driver.
- If the issue persists, try installing an older version of the Realtek audio driver.
- If the issue still cannot be resolved, try using a different HDMI port or cable.
References
- Microsoft Support: How to uninstall or roll back an audio driver in Windows 10
- Realtek: High Definition Audio Codecs
- Asus: Support
By following the steps outlined in this article, you should be able to successfully uninstall the problematic Realtek audio driver and resolve any issues with your external displays and speakers connected via HDMI on your Asus laptop.