Device drivers enable hardware components to communicate with the operating system. Chipset drivers manage communication between motherboard and its subsystems. Drivers are stored in C:\WINDOWS\inf and C:\Windows\System32 folders
Compatible with Windows 7 through Windows 11 (64-bit/32-bit). Includes printer drivers, Easy Printer Manager, and Wireless Setup utility. Universal driver version available for all Windows versions
Latest version 30.100.2426.82 released on July 1, 2024. Size is 251 KB. Includes ialpss2_i2c_adl.inf and ialpss2_i2c_mtl_s.inf files
Device Manager offers automatic or manual driver updates. Windows Update automatically detects and installs compatible drivers. Intel's website provides manual installation via Setup.exe. Automated driver updater tools like PC Helpsoft Driver Updater available
Windows audio device troubleshooter can detect and fix hardware issues. Generic Windows audio driver can be tried in Device Manager. Audio driver can be updated manually or automatically with Driver Easy
Reinstalling audio driver can fix sound issues like no audio or crackling. Open Device Manager via Win+R and navigate to Sound category. Right-click sound device and select Uninstall device. Windows will automatically reinstall driver when connected to internet