The Realtek High Definition Audio codecs are compliant with Microsoft's UAA (Universal Audio Architecture). The top series provide 10 DAC channels that simultaneously support 7.1 sound playback, plus 2 channels of independent stereo sound output (multiple streaming) through the front panel stereo output. Flexible mixing, mute, and fine gain control functions provide a complete integrated audio solution for home entertainment PCs.

• Windows Directsound Driver Download

Windows Directsound Driver Download

• Meets Microsoft WLP 3.10 and future WLP audio requirements
• WaveRT based audio function driver for Windows Vista
• Direct Sound 3D compatible
• Multi bands of software equalizer and tool are provided
• Microphone Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC), Noise Suppression (NS), and Beam Forming (BF) technology for voice application

SOUNDCARD WITH DIRECTSOUND DRIVERS DOWNLOAD - This is only a guess, but I would assume that when you plug in your new HDMI monitor and boot up, Windows will see it, and offer to install any dirvers.

This software requires Windows 2000, Windows 2003 or Windows XP.