[NUC] Front Panel 3.5mm Audio Jack Does Not Work on NUC

Resolution

Check that front panel audio is enabled in BIOS:

  1. Press F2 during start to enter BIOS Setup.
  2. Go to Advanced > Devices > Onboard Devices.
  3. Enable the Audio setting (check the box).
  4. Press F10 to save and exit BIOS.
  5. Download and install the latest Realtek High Definition Audio driver for your NUC from Download Center.

On systems that can output sound via either HDMI or the front panel 3.5 mm audio jack:

  1. Right-click the speaker icon on the Windows taskbar.
  2. Click Open Sound Settings.
  3. On Output, select Realtek Audio.