Be sure that your BIOS is the current version.
If you have an Internet Security suite installed like Norton, McAfee, KIS, etc... - remove it with the appropriate Removal Tool -
Uninstallers (removal tools) for common Windows antivirus software—ESET Knowledgebase
Also be sure that your audio drivers are updated. Go to the audio device manufacturer's support site for updates.
Regards. . .
jcgriff2
