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A .cpl file is a Control Panel item file used by Windows to manage system settings. On WindowsForum.com, users discuss issues where specific .cpl files, such as ALSNDMGR.CPL from Realtek audio drivers, cause Windows Explorer to crash when accessing the Control Panel. This problem typically arises after installing certain driver versions, leading to error codes like 0xc0000005. Troubleshooting often involves identifying the problematic .cpl file and updating or removing the associated driver to restore stability.
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    Windows 7 Realtek AC'97 Kills my Windows Explorer

    After installing the latest Vista/Windows 7 driver (6302_Vista_Win7_PG537) My onboard sound works great. However, when I try to access control panel Windows Explorer crashes. I have found that it is a Realtek .CPL file that is the culprit. Here's the event log: Faulting application name...
    • katsuragi
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    • access denied audio control panel cpl file crash driver conflicts driver issues error event log file explorer installation onboard audio permissions realtek reboot sound troubleshooting uninstall update windows vista
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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