ESS AudioRack32 (ess 1879) Driver Download
The oRack32 (ess 1879) is an audio device manufactured by ESS. This driver fixes problems with no sound or static or distorted sound, and can unlock advanced features of your audio device. This version of "afrkkr2k.exe" is rated (4 out of 5 stars) based on 1,712 downloads and 15 reviews. Compatibility for this driver update includes PCs running Windows operating systems such as Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 1.3 MB.
Supported Models
AudioRack32 (ess 1879)
Manufacturers
Supported Operating Systems
Windows XP
File Name
Additional Notes
AudioRack 32 Version 2.29A
This package provides the ESS Audio Rack program for Microsoft Windows 2000/XP. This program does NOT provide the actual Audio Drivers.
Works on MICRON XKE w/1879 ESS ISA Chipset. This software was found on the IBM Website for ThinkPad i Series 1500 Type 2621-542/562/592 ThinkPad i Series 1400 Type 2621 - 42* (Except 422, 429), 43*, 44* (Except 442), 46*, 48* (Except 482, 486, 489), 4A*, 4B*, 4C*, RR3, RR4, RR5 ThinkPad i Series 1500 Type 2621 - 540, 541, 547, 548, 560, 567
AudioRack32 is minimized on task bar, and cannot be mazimized. This problem is for above newly added models.
- (New) Support for Windows XP (added)
Uploaded By
SierraTech (DG Member) on 20-Dec-2003
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How to Update AudioRack32 (ess 1879) Device Drivers Quickly & Easily
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the AudioRack32 (ess 1879) driver, click the green download button above. After you complete your download, move on to Step 2.
If the driver listed is not the right version or operating system, search our driver archive for the correct version. Enter ESS AudioRack32 (ess 1879) into the search box above and then submit. In the results, choose the best match for your PC and operating system.
Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the ESS Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
Step 2 - Install Your Driver
Once you have downloaded your new driver, you'll need to install it. In Windows, use a built-in utility called Device Manager, which allows you to see all of the devices recognized by your system, and the drivers associated with them.
How to Open Device Manager
In Windows 11, Windows 10 & Windows 8.1, right-click the Start menu and select Device Manager
In Windows 8, swipe up from the bottom, or right-click anywhere on the desktop and choose "All Apps" -> swipe or scroll right and choose "Control Panel" (under Windows System section) -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager
In Windows 7, click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager
In Windows Vista, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance -> Device Manager
In Windows XP, click Start -> Control Panel -> Performance and Maintenance -> System -> Hardware tab -> Device Manager button
How to Install a driver from Device Manager
Locate the device and model that is having the issue and double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.
Select the Driver tab.
Click the Update Driver button and follow the instructions.
In most cases, you will need to reboot your computer in order for the driver update to take effect.
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