Yes, there are several known issues with certain sound cards and Windows computers.
One of the most common problems is incompatibility. Certain types of sound cards may not be supported by your particular version of Windows, or they may require an additional driver to be installed in order for them to work properly. If you have an older sound card, it may not be compatible with more recent versions of Windows. Similarly, some newer sound cards may not be compatible with older versions of Windows.
Another problem is driver corruption or incompatibility. This can happen if your sound card driver is out of date or has become corrupted. In this case, you may need to update the driver or reinstall it.
Another issue that can occur is that of audio stuttering and crackling. This is often the result of outdated or faulty drivers, or a lack of sufficient processing power for the audio being played. Updating the drivers (or reinstalling them) and ensuring that your computer meets the minimum system requirements for your sound card can often help with this issue.
Finally, a sound card may be blocked from working properly if your computer has conflicting hardware. For example, if you have two or more sound cards installed, one may be blocking the other from working properly. In this case, you may need to disable one of the sound cards in order to get the other one to work properly.
In general, it is a good idea to keep your sound card drivers up to date in order to avoid any potential issues. Additionally, make sure that your computer meets the system requirements for your sound card before installing it. If you are still having issues, then consider contacting the manufacturer of your sound card for further assistance.