The alcxmntr.exe process is also known as the Realtek Audio Event Monitor is an audio driver file and is partnered with Realtek AC’97 audio hardware. This program incorporates a built-in sound processing hardware for a variety of companies, so there is a possibility that there are chips maybe in the computer system even if a user does not buy a Realtek device are definite. This program should not be left running to prevent other system problems similar to other hardware drivers. This file comes from the Microsoft Windows Hardware Compatibility Publisher from the VeriSign Time Stamping Service. The alcxmntr.exe process is a program that is executed on most computer systems with a Realtek integrated audio or sound card. There are some problems with the Realtek Audio Event Monitor which includes 100% consumption of CPU time, certain problems with Realtek audio drivers, and it causes Windows from shutting down in a proper manner. However, these problems occur only in isolated cases.
How can I stop alcxmntr.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. alcxmntr.exe. is used by Realtek Audio Event Monitor, If you shut down alcxmntr.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop alcxmntr.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Realtek Audio Event Monitor, from your system.
After uninstalling applications it is a good idea to scan you Windows registry for any left over traces of applications. Registry Reviver by ReviverSoft is a great tool for doing this.
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What is a process and how do they affect my computer?
A process usually a part of an installed application such as Realtek Audio Event Monitor, or your operating system that is responsible for running in functions of that application. Some application require that they have processes running all the time so they can do things such as check for updates or notify you when you get an instant message. Some poorly written applications have many processes that run that may not be required and take up valuable processing power within your computer.
Is alcxmntr.exe known to be bad for my computer's performance?
We have not received any complaint about this process having higher than normal impact on PC performance. If you have had bad experiences with it please let us know in a comment below and we will investigate it further.
What can I do if alcxmntr.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if alcxmntr.exe. is causing errors on your computer is to run a Windows registry scan with Registry Reviver If you are still seeing errors after this you should uninstall the program that alcxmntr.exe, belongs to, in this case Realtek Audio Event Monitor