Realtek High Definition Audio Driver

Restart required AUTO 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 driver for the Realtek High Definition audio codec. Audio driver is the software that helps your operating system to communicate with audio devices such as internal sound cards, speakers, headsets, and microphones. This update addresses the Intel Security Advisory INTEL-SA-00409. A security advisory is a statement when a security vulnerability impacts a product, and a remedy is available for the vulnerability.
Recommended

Find the best download for your system

Please enter your product details to view the latest driver information for your system

Search support

Enter your Dell Service Tag or model

Want to look up your product? Enter a product identifier. Show me how

This driver is not compatible

This driver is not applicable for the selected product. Choose another product to re-enter your product details for this driver or visit the Product Support page to view all drivers for a different product.

Find more updates. Use SupportAssist to find all the latest driver updates for your device.

Fixes & Enhancements

- Driver updates to address the Intel Security Advisory INTEL-SA-00409 (CVE-2020-12307).
Read More

Version

6.0.9000.1, A18

Release date

17 Nov 2020

Download Type

Driver

Category

Audio

Importance

Critical
Dell Technologies highly recommends applying this important update as soon as possible. The update contains critical bug fixes and changes to improve functionality, reliability, and stability of your Dell system. It may also include security fixes and other feature enhancements.
Available formats
File Format: Update Package for MS Windows 32-Bit
File Name: Realtek-High-Definition-Audio-Driver_MMKCT_WIN_6.0.9000.1_A18_02.EXE
File Size: 564.58 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
Dell Update Packages (DUP) in Microsoft Windows 32bit format have been designed to run on Microsoft Windows 64bit Operating Systems. Dell Update Packages (DUP) in Microsoft Windows 64bit format will only run on Microsoft Windows 64bit Operating Systems. When selecting a device driver update be sure to select the one that is appropriate for your operating system.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
5b602ee2e6b8d71a977351c77b8f5bd1
SHA1:
2135232e7c13d0a45723db36a4e25832ca202484
SHA-256:
ed8fb5e7c368af141055918708d3cf86af47d4f96558f0f0a1e824f6eb143e12

By downloading, you accept the terms of the Dell Software License Agreement.

Additional details

Show All | Hide All
Realtek High Definition Audio
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.

Need help with audio issues?

Find a solution in Dell's Audio troubleshooting and usage guide.

Drivers help and tutorials