How to Resolve Multimedia Audio Controller Driver Errors on Windows 10

[Veronica Medlin]

 No audio device installed message or alert related to the sound issue. If you face such issues on your device, it might be corrupted speakers or defective audio controllers of your system. There might be some hardware issues on your device. Follow the whole process to get rid of this error.

Upgrade the Multimedia Audio Controller Driver

The reason for most issues can be an outdated driver. So, it’s very important to keep up to date with your system drivers. There are two methods to upgrade your multimedia audio controller driver: automatically or manually.
Manually upgrading the drivers is suggested for experienced users. You will be required to find your outdated drivers manually and download the newest applicable versions from the manufacturer’s site.

1. Press the Win + R keys altogether on the keyboard to open the Run dialogue box on your system.
2. After that, enter ‘devmgmt.msc’ then press the Enter key to open the Device Manager.
3. Select the Sound, video, and game controllers’ option and expand it.
4. Then find the Multimedia Audio Controller.
5. If you cannot, then navigate to the other devices, locate the Multimedia Audio Controller.
6. Select the Multimedia Audio Controller, and right-click on it, then click on the Update option.
7. Go to the next window, choose the Search automatically for updated driver software.
8. You have to wait to finish the process.
9. In case any fresh drivers are found, ensure to select Install to finish the procedure.
10. After completing the process, pick the Close and reboot the system to save the changes.
11. On the other hand, in case this is updated, you will view a notification saying, “The best driver software for your device is already installed.”
12. Finally, click on the Close option.

Uninstall the Multimedia Audio Controller Driver

To uninstall the multimedia audio controller driver, proceed with the complete procedure stated below:

1. Hold the Win + R key altogether on the keyboard to open the Run dialogue box on your system.
2. Thereafter, input ‘devmgmt.msc’ then press the Enter key to invoke Device Manager.
3. Then, reach the ‘Sound, video, and game controllers’ option and expand it.
4. Optionally, reach the other devices and select the Multimedia Audio Controller, then right-click on it.
5. Click on the Uninstall option.
6. You should select the Yes option to verify the uninstallation.
7. After finishing the process, reboot the system.
8. After rebooting the PC, Windows will attempt to install the required drivers for Multimedia Audio Controllers automatically.
9. Now, if this does not apply, reach the manufacturer’s site to download the drivers manually.

Check for Windows Updates to Repair Multimedia Audio Controller Driver

To check for the Windows updates, proceed with the complete procedure stated below:

1. Press the Win + I key altogether on the keyboard to open the Run dialogue box.
2. Then, navigate to Settings and choose the Update and Security option.
3. You should choose the Check for updates option.
4. Now, in case of updates are applicable, then select the Download and Install updates.

Add a legacy Hardware to Repair Multimedia Audio Controller Driver

To add a legacy, proceed with the complete procedure stated below:

1. Press the Win + R keys altogether on the keyboard to open the Run dialogue box.
2. After that, input ‘devmgmt.msc’ into it, selecting OK to launch the Device Manager.
3. Go to the ‘Sound, video, and game controllers’ into the Device Manager.
4. Click on the Action and then Add legacy hardware.
5. Later, select the Next option.
6. Navigate to the Search to install the hardware itself (Recommended) option.
7. Now, install the required drivers manually and reboot the system for the modifiers to take effect.

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