The ALC897 is a 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio codec. While high-end motherboards often use the ALC1200 or ALC4080, the ALC897 is the "workhorse" of the industry, found in many budget and mid-tier boards. It supports multiple streaming, allowing you to output different audio to your front panel and back panel simultaneously. How to Install & Update the Driver To get the best performance—including access to the Realtek Audio Console —you should follow these steps: Method 1: The Manufacturer’s Website (Recommended) Generic drivers from Realtek.com
to provide solid, reliable sound without driving up motherboard costs. Realtek Alc897 Driver
A: Download Driver Store Explorer (Rapr.exe) . Run as admin, find all Realtek related entries (Realtek Semiconductor Corp. – MEDIA), check them, and force delete. Then reboot and reinstall. The ALC897 is a 7
The UWP control panel requires the Microsoft Store to install dependencies. How to Install & Update the Driver To