Information to resolve popping/clicking when inserting an audio jack into an Intel® NUC.
Popping or clicking sounds are produced when inserting a 3.5mm audio jack into the Intel® NUC.
Some popping may occur during initial insertion of the connector due to Electo-Static Discharge (ESD).
For resolving non-ESD popping/clicking in Windows® 10.
- Update BIOS.
- Install latest Intel® HD Graphics driver.
- Install latest Realtek* High Definition Audio driver - required for the 3.5mm front panel audio jack (for microphones and headsets).
For non-ESD popping/clicking in Windows 11*.
- Microsoft is aware of the audio popping issue with Windows 11 and will release a hotfix. No timeline is reported by Microsoft.
- Microsoft suggests trying OS build after 22518, contact Microsoft for further support.