: Windows Update may attempt to install the driver over 80 times without success.
You will often see two names: Conexant SmartAudio (the control panel) and Conexant Media (the core driver). Version 7.3.2018 primarily updates the , which handles:
Run the downloaded 7/3/2018 executable installer. If you downloaded a .cab file, extract it to a folder, right-click the unknown audio device in Device Manager, select , choose Browse my computer for drivers , and point it to the extracted folder. conexant media 7 3 2018 update extra quality
In the same properties menu, navigate to the Spatial Sound tab and turn on Windows Sonic for Headphones to get a simulated surround sound experience. Conclusion
The most common reason for the update failing or repeating is that a newer or more compatible driver is already installed, but Windows Update continues to push the 2018 version as a mandatory match. How to Handle This Update If your audio is working: : Windows Update may attempt to install the
Installation notes
Right-click and select Update driver .
This package was labeled “Conexant Media 7-3-2018 Extra Quality” to mimic an official release. In reality, it was an driver using Conexant 20672/20673 chipset registers forced to “high-performance” mode.
Why an update matters
Since this update is often unneeded or redundant, the most effective solution is to "hide" it so Windows stops trying to install it.