Will it work with windows 11?

If you are using headphones or just a simple stereo setup, then you shouldn't have any problems. If you want to use surround sound (and why wouldn't you with a card like this?), then it is not totally straightforward. 1) For surround sound, you need to use the optical SPDIF output. Computer speaker systems don't always have an optical SPDIF input, so you need to make sure yours does. In my case, I have it connected to an explicit AV receiver with 5.1 speaker system. 2) Make sure you have the most recent driver and software from Creative. In WIndows, even though you are actually using the SPDIF output connector, you need to have "Speakers" set as the default output, not "SPDIF". 3) Because of this weird workaround that Creative's software is using for its digital surround output, the normal volume controls in Windows don't work right. For example, the volume dial on my keyboard doesn't do anything. I end up controlling the volume directly by turning the knob on my AV receiver. There are at least 1 or 2 free third party apps out there from people that figured out extra workarounds for this problem, but I don't like adding extra unnecessary software and my AV receiver is literally right next to my chair; so it is not an significant inconvenience for me. 4) Make sure the Windows post-processing "Audio Enhancements" effects are turned off.

Are there Windows 10 drivers available for this sound card?

Yes, there are Windows 10 drivers available for this sound card.

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PRISTINE AUDIO CLARITY - With up to 116 dB SNR at an amazing bit rate of up to 24-bit / 192 kHz, enjoy impressive audio quality for your every need.
SBX GAMING EQ PROFILES - Emerge as the last man standing with our updated SBX Gaming Profiles for hot titles such as Apex Legends, Fortnite, Overwatch, PUBG, and more.
IMMERSIVE SURROUND SOUND - Get fully immersed and stay focused on your games with our surround sound. The Sound Blaster Z SE now supports 7.1 virtual on headphones and speakers alongside discrete 5.1 for speakers. For extra delivery options to your external devices, the Z SE also supports Dolby Digital Live and DTS Encoding
CRYSTAL CLEAR COMMUNICATION - Comes with a list of Microphone EQ Presets that compensates for your headset's built-in mic so you can be heard clearly-whether it is to reduce the harshness of your tonality, sound more natural, or to increase the mids for vocal clarity.

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Model
Brand	Creative
Series	Sound Blaster
Model	Z SE
Part	70SB150000004

Audio core
Audio Chipset	Sound Core3D
Channels	5.1 Channels, 7.1 Virtual
Sample Rate	192KHz
Digital Audio	24-bit
SNR	116dB
Encode	Dolby Digital Live / DTS

Ports
Line In	1 x 3.5 mm jack
Line Out	3 x 3.5 mm jacks (Front, Rear, C/Sub)
SPDIF In	1 x TOSLINK
SPDIF Out	1 x TOSLINK
Other Ports	1 x Amplified 3.5 mm jack

Details
Interface	PCI Express x1
Operating Systems Supported	Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10
System Requirements	Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD equivalent processor, 2.2GHz or faster recommended Intel, AMD, or 100% compatible motherboard Microsoft Windows 10 (32 / 64-bit); Windows 8 (32 / 64-bit); Windows 7 (32 / 64-bit) 1 GB RAM >600 MB of free hard disk space Available PCI Express (x1, x4, or x16) slot

Features
Features	The Sound Blaster Z SE is the Special Edition of the best-selling OG, Sound Blaster Z, and comes with updated features designed for effortless audio enjoyment! Not only does it feature the same high-quality audio specifications that have made its predecessor a long-time best-selling model, it has also been further boosted with gaming acoustic profiles and microphone EQ presets, all aimed to enhance your gaming and entertainment needs. For Games: Get started instantly with our Gaming Profiles that have been optimized for the hottest games like PUBG and Fortnite, or tweak the EQ settings further to make the profile truly yours. For Voice Chat Choose from our list of pre-tuned Microphone EQs that compensates for your preferred headset's built-in mic so you sound more natural and clearer while communicating.

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