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Open the Realtek Audio Console application. Navigate to the Microphone tab and enable Noise Suppression and Acoustic Echo Cancellation .

The Realtek ALC897 is the "Toyota Corolla" of PC audio. It isn't luxurious. It won't turn heads. But with the correct driver installed , it will get the job done reliably every single day.

This often leads to third-party "driver updater" scams or malicious files.

Sort by "Last Updated" to find the most recent version compatible with your Windows version (e.g., Windows 10 or 11). Why is the ALC897 special? Realtek Alc897 Driver

The is one of the most popular budget audio codecs found on modern motherboards like the ASUS TUF Gaming and MSI PRO series [11, 23]. While it's a reliable workhorse capable of 24-bit/192 kHz playback and 7.1-channel surround sound , getting the drivers right is the key to clear audio [11, 19].

Check the "Privacy Settings" in Windows to ensure apps have permission to use the microphone.

Resolves issues where audio disappears after Windows updates or during calls (e.g., in Microsoft Teams). Open the Realtek Audio Console application

Because motherboard manufacturers customize the ALC897 chip to fit their specific board layouts, their official support pages host the most stable drivers.

Search for your specific motherboard model in their or Search bar. Navigate to the Support , Download , or Driver & Utility tab.

You may lose the ability to configure 5.1 or 7.1 audio setups. It isn't luxurious

Right-click the speaker icon in your system tray and select .

provide customized drivers specifically for your board’s hardware layout. Avoid Generic Drivers