Microsoft often overwrites Conexant drivers. To stop this:
Conexant audio drivers are often described by users as a double-edged sword: while they provide essential specialized functions like digital signal processing (DSP) and noise suppression, they are notorious for persistent stability and compatibility issues. User Sentiment & Practical Performance conexant audio driver
A driver is a translator. It sits between your operating system (Windows 10/11) and your physical audio hardware. The Conexant driver specifically tells Windows how to use the or Conexant ISST (Intel Smart Sound Technology) chip soldered onto your motherboard. Microsoft often overwrites Conexant drivers
One of the most common complaints is that audio works fine through the speakers, but the moment you plug in headphones, silence. Or worse, you get a loud static hiss. This is usually a software conflict where the driver fails to detect the "jack insertion" event. It sits between your operating system (Windows 10/11)
Windows Update sometimes tries to force a generic driver that clashes with your specific hardware.