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Realtek High Definition Audio Update (Windows 8.1 64bit)

    Applicable Models
    About this download
    System Requirements
    File Info
    Preparation
    Download & Install

    IMPORTANT: This file is only for use with the models identified. Not all models are sold in all countries.

    This information is for the following models:

    • SVF14413CLW
    • SVF14415CLB
    • SVF14415CLW
    • SVF15411CDW
    • SVF15412CXB
    • SVF15413CDW
    • SVF15414CXB
    • SVF15414CXW
    • SVF15415CDB
    • SVF15415CDW
    • SVF15416CXB

    About this download

    Benefits and improvements

    This utility installs an updated version of the Realtek® High Definition Audio driver to resolve an issue where sound distortion may occur while music is playing. This driver also updates the playback device (speaker) settings.

    System Requirements

    Operating Systems

    • Windows® 8.1 64-bit

    File Info

    File Name

    • EP0000600982.exe

    File Version

    • 6.0.1.7048

    File Size

    • 156.62 MB

    Release Date

    • 12-10-2013

    Before You Start


    Important Notes

    • During the installation of this file, be sure that you are logged in as the Administrator or as a user with Administrative rights.
    • To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
    • It is highly recommended that you print out these instructions for use as a reference during the installation process.

    Download & Install


    Download and Installation Instructions

    1. To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
    2. Download the EP0000600982.exe file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
    3. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the EP0000600982.exe file to begin the installation.
    4. At the "User Account Control" screen, click "Yes".
    5. At the "Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Realtek High Definition Audio Driver" screen, click "Next".
    6. At the "Maintenance Complete" screen, select "Yes, I want to restart my computer now", then click "Finish" to restart the computer.

    After the computer restarts, the installation of the Realtek High Definition Audio Update is complete.