The Realtek ALC887 is a type of audio codec chip that is commonly used in computer motherboards and sound cards. An audio codec is a device that encodes or decodes digital audio signals for playback or recording. The ALC887 supports high-definition audio playback and recording with up to 7.1 channels, providing high-quality sound for multimedia applications such as music, movies, and games. It also supports a range of audio technologies such as noise suppression, equalization, and microphone processing to enhance the sound quality.