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Can I permanently stop audio driver updates?

Anonymous
2019-09-09T16:34:25+00:00

Windows updates my Realtek drivers it leaves my rear audio ports unusable. The 1903 update just did that again.  I get drivers but no Realtek Audio Manager.  I want to permanently block audio driver updates from MS on my system. I've been reinstalling the Realtek Audio Manager over and over for a long time and now am sure MS is not changing to a driver that works for me. 

Is there a way I can stop audio updates only ?

I am hoping  for a Group Policy Editor solution. 

My Fix:

open Device Manager

rt-click Realtek High Definition Audio & Update driver

pick 'browse computer' and next 'let me pick from list'

choose the driver at the bottom of the 2 or 3 options

then confirm installing the unapproved driver

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Windows update

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  1. Anonymous
    2019-09-09T16:43:49+00:00

    This website should have what you need. It details how to grab the hardware id, then block certain drivers that match that hardware id. Very easy to follow with pictures.

    https://www.ghacks.net/2017/06/03/stop-windows-from-installing-drivers-for-specific-devices/

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  2. Anonymous
    2019-09-09T17:03:27+00:00

    Hi Punchcard,

    I'm Stefano an Independent Advisor, here to help you.

    Please follow this guide to disable automatic driver update:

    https://www.laptopmag.com/articles/disable-auto...

    Or the methods explained here (group policies and register solution):

    https://www.windowscentral.com/how-disable-auto...

    Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

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