VIA AC'97 Audio Controller (WDM) Driver Download
The AC'97 Audio Controller (WDM) is a device manufactured by VIA. You can unlock features and improve performance by updating its driver. This driver - "xp_audio.zip" - has been downloaded 66 times and is rated 4 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews. It is compatible with PCs running Windows XP, among other operating systems. The total disk space used for this update is 3.0 MB.
Supported Models
VIA AC'97 Audio Controller (WDM)
Manufacturers
Supported Operating Systems
Windows 2003, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows NT4, Windows NT3.51, Windows ME, Windows 98SE, Windows 98, Windows 95, Windows 3.1
File Name
Versions
5.10.0.3621 (2001-08-30) via .inf
Uploaded By
DriverGuide (DG Staff Member) on 28-Mar-2004
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How to Update VIA AC'97 Audio Controller (WDM) Device Drivers
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the VIA AC'97 Audio Controller (WDM) 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 VIA AC'97 Audio Controller (WDM) 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 VIA Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the VIA website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
Step 2 - Install Your Driver
Installing your newly downloaded driver is a straightforward process. Windows provides a dedicated tool called Device Manager for this purpose. Follow these steps to update your driver:
Access the Quick Access menu by right-clicking the Start button.
From the menu options, choose "Device Manager".
Within Device Manager, identify the device requiring the driver update.
Open the context menu for the device by right-clicking its name.
Select "Update driver" and proceed through the guided installation.
To complete the process, reboot your computer. This ensures the new driver is fully integrated into your system.
Regular driver updates contribute to optimal system performance and hardware compatibility.
Tech Tip: Driver downloads and updates come in a variety of file formats with different file extensions. For example, you may have downloaded an EXE, INF, ZIP, or SYS file. Each file type has a slighty different installation procedure to follow.
For more help, visit our Driver Support Page for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.
Driver Contents File List
The following files are found inside the driver download file.
| Name | Size | Date |
|---|---|---|
| layout.bin | 1.0 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| Description.txt | 59 bytes | 31 Aug 2001 |
| SETUP.LID | 173 bytes | 31 Aug 2001 |
| _sys1.cab | 1.9 MB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| WIN2000/VIAUDIO.SYS | 37.2 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| WIN2000/VIAUDIO.INF | 17.2 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| SETUPDIR/000A/_Setup.dll | 35.8 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| SETUPDIR/0010/_Setup.dll | 35.8 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| SETUPDIR/0404/_Setup.dll | 34.8 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| SETUPDIR/0011/_Setup.dll | 34.8 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| SETUPDIR/0009/_Setup.dll | 34.8 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| SETUPDIR/0013/_Setup.dll | 34.8 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| SETUPDIR/0804/_Setup.dll | 34.8 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| SETUPDIR/040C/_Setup.dll | 34.8 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| SETUPDIR/0014/_Setup.dll | 35.3 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| SETUPDIR/0007/_Setup.dll | 35.3 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| SETUPDIR/0816/_Setup.dll | 35.3 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| SETUPDIR/0006/_Setup.dll | 34.8 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| OS.DAT | 450 bytes | 31 Aug 2001 |
| _ISDel.exe | 27.6 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| Setup.exe | 73.7 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| DATA.TAG | 139 bytes | 31 Aug 2001 |
| WINXP/VIAUDIO.SYS | 37.2 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| WINXP/VIAUDIO.INF | 17.2 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| LANG.DAT | 23.7 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| Notes.txt | 2.1 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| setup.ins | 90.9 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| data1.cab | 469 bytes | 31 Aug 2001 |
| SETUP.INI | 108 bytes | 31 Aug 2001 |
| setup.log | 92 bytes | 31 Aug 2001 |
| WDM.BAT | 16 bytes | 31 Aug 2001 |
| viaudio.INI | 134 bytes | 31 Aug 2001 |
| _inst32i.ex_ | 296.7 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| _user1.cab | 166.8 KB | 31 Aug 2001 |
| VIAUDIO.REV | 11 bytes | 31 Aug 2001 |