Use the driver package provided by your laptop manufacturer. Do not use "Driver Booster" or "Driver Easy" for this codec. Those tools almost always install the ALC1220 driver, which crashes your system.
Microsoft now pushes I2S audio drivers via Windows Update (WU), but they are often generic. realtek alc3287 driver
: If manufacturer drivers fail, you can find broad-spectrum releases on the Realtek Official Site . Installation & Troubleshooting Use the driver package provided by your laptop manufacturer
It is highly recommended to download drivers directly from your device manufacturer to ensure compatibility with specific hardware configurations. Manufacturer Direct Support Link Notable Supported Models Lenovo Support Page ThinkPad P, T, and X series Dell Support Page Latitude and Precision laptops HP Support Page Business laptops and Z-workstations Realtek Official Site Generic "High Definition Audio Codecs" Installation Guide Microsoft now pushes I2S audio drivers via Windows