Multiple Realtek Audio Codec Device Manager Folders Cause Slow Sound
If you have recently noticed that your computer's sound is slower than normal, it could be due to multiple Realtek audio codec device manager folders present in your system. These folders may cause conflicts and result in slow sound output. In this article, we will discuss this issue in detail and provide appropriate solutions to fix it.
Understanding Realtek Audio Codec Device Manager Folders
Realtek is a well-known manufacturer of audio codecs used by many computer manufacturers. These audio codecs enable computers to produce sound. The device manager folders associated with Realtek audio codecs contain necessary drivers and software for the codecs to function correctly. However, having multiple folders for different Realtek audio codecs can cause issues, particularly slow sound output.
Identifying Multiple Realtek Audio Codec Device Manager Folders
To identify whether you have multiple Realtek audio codec device manager folders on your computer, follow these steps:
- Press the Windows key + E to open File Explorer.
- In the File Explorer address bar, type
C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepositoryand press Enter. - Check for the following folders associated with Realtek audio codecs:
realtekhda.inf_amd64_d715,realtekintapo.inf_amd64_8a55,realtekservice.inf_amd64_c607, andrealtekservice.inf_amd64_c607_XXXX(where XXXX represents a version number).
If you find multiple folders with the same name but different version numbers or dates, it is possible that these are causing the slow sound issue.
Resolving Slow Sound Issue Due to Multiple Realtek Codec Folders
To resolve the slow sound issue due to multiple Realtek codec folders, follow these steps:
- Press the Windows key + X and select "Command Prompt (Admin)" or "Windows PowerShell (Admin)" from the menu.
- Type the following command and press Enter:
setx DEVMGR_SHOW_NONPRESENT_DEVICES 1 - Reboot your computer.
- Launch the Device Manager by pressing the Windows key + X and selecting "Device Manager" from the menu.
- Click on the "View" menu and select "Show hidden devices".
- Expand the "Sound, video and game controllers" section and right-click on each Realtek audio device.
- Select "Uninstall device" and ensure the "Delete the driver software for this device" checkbox is checked. Click "Uninstall".
- Reboot your computer.
After rebooting, Windows will automatically re-detect and install the correct Realtek audio codec device driver. The slow sound issue should now be resolved.