ESS ES1978 Maestro-2E Driver Download (Official)
The ES1978 Maestro-2E 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 driver - "M2E_XP2080_sign584363.zip" - has been downloaded 4,421 times and is rated 5 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews. Visitors have successfully installed this driver on PCs running Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 2.2 MB.
Supported Models
ES1978 Maestro-2E
ESS Maestro2E MPU-401 Compatible (WDM)
ESS Maestro2E PCI AudioDrive (WDM)
ESS Maestro2E Sound Blaster Compatible (WDM)
Manufacturers
Supported Operating Systems
Windows XP
File Name
Versions
6.13.10.2080 (2002-04-03) via .inf
Additional Notes
ES1978 Maestro-2E
ESS PCI Audio Chip
Windows XP (WDM)
Uploaded By
Vinod (DG Staff Member) on 22-May-2004
Ratings & Reviews
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How to Update ES1978 Maestro-2E Device Drivers
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the ES1978 Maestro-2E 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 ES1978 Maestro-2E 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.
To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the ESS website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
Step 2 - Install Your Driver
To install your new driver on Windows:
Right-click the Start button.
Click "Device Manager">
Find your device in the list.
Right-click the device and select "Update driver"
Follow the steps on screen.
Restart your computer when done.
This keeps your computer working at its best.
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Driver Contents File List
The following files are found inside the driver download file.
| Name | Size | Date |
|---|---|---|
| layout.bin | 417 bytes | 24 Sep 2001 |
| maestro.cat | 17.0 KB | 11 Apr 2002 |
| Setup.ini | 480 bytes | 24 Sep 2001 |
| Setup.exe | 166.9 KB | 24 Sep 2001 |
| ikernel.ex_ | 340.9 KB | 24 Sep 2001 |
| MAESTRO.sys | 148.9 KB | 3 Apr 2002 |
| data1.cab | 1.7 MB | 24 Sep 2001 |
| data2.cab | 512 bytes | 24 Sep 2001 |
| wdma_es2.inf | 22.7 KB | 4 Apr 2002 |