NVIDIA High Definition Audio Driver

Looking for the right nvidia high definition audio drivers for HDMI or DisplayPort sound? This page helps you quickly identify, download, and install the correct package for your system. It’s tailored for Sound Cards functionality provided by NVIDIA GPUs and supports Windows Vista 32-Bit, Windows 7 32-Bit, Windows 8 32-Bit, Windows 10 32-Bit, Windows 11.

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• Driver model: NVIDIA High Definition Audio Driver
• Device type: Sound Cards
• Supported OS: Windows Vista 32-Bit, Windows 7 32-Bit, Windows 8 32-Bit, Windows 10 32-Bit, Windows 11
• Driver version: 1.3.40.0

Date added: 2025-11-21

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How to install

Troubleshooting common issues

• No sound over HDMI/DP: Open Sound settings → Playback tab → select your monitor/AVR (NVIDIA High Definition Audio) → Set Default. Test tone. Ensure the correct input is selected on your TV/receiver.
• Device missing in Device Manager: View → Show hidden devices. If still absent, reinstall GPU drivers with a Clean install, then add nvidia high definition audio drivers again.
• Windows blocked the driver: Right‑click installer → Properties → Unblock (if present). Run as administrator. Temporarily disable third‑party antivirus if it interferes.
• Popping or stuttering audio: Use a certified high‑speed HDMI cable; set a fixed sample rate (e.g., 48 kHz) in Sound → Device Properties → Advanced. Update GPU driver as well.
• Rollback needed: Device Manager → NVIDIA High Definition Audio → Driver tab → Roll Back Driver or uninstall and reinstall the previous working version.
• Multiple audio devices conflict: Disable unused audio outputs (e.g., motherboard audio) temporarily to verify the HDMI/DP path.

FAQ

Which nvidia high definition audio drivers do I need?
Use the package matching your GPU generation and OS. This page’s NVIDIA High Definition Audio Driver package targets Sound Cards functionality via NVIDIA HDMI/DP and supports Windows Vista 32-Bit, Windows 7 32-Bit, Windows 8 32-Bit, Windows 10 32-Bit, Windows 11.

Do I need these if I already use Realtek speakers?
If you output audio through your monitor/TV/AVR via HDMI or DisplayPort, yes. If you only use motherboard or USB audio, you may not need the NVIDIA HD audio component.

Is this driver compatible with Windows 11?
Yes, the NVIDIA High Definition Audio Driver package supports Windows Vista 32-Bit, Windows 7 32-Bit, Windows 8 32-Bit, Windows 10 32-Bit, Windows 11. Ensure you install the latest WHQL version for best stability.

How do I update safely?
Uninstall old packages if required, reboot, then install the new version. Prefer a Clean install when changing major GPU branches. Verify the result in Device Manager and Sound settings.

Where can I find the version number?
Check Device Manager → NVIDIA High Definition Audio → Driver tab. It should match the listed 1.3.40.0.

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