The VIA AC97 PCI is an audio device manufactured by MSI. This driver fixes problems with no sound or static or distorted sound, and can unlock advanced features of your audio device. Visitors have downloaded this file "viasound53.exe" 26,878 times with an aggregate rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on 162 reviews. Our users report success installing this driver update on PCs running Windows 7 and Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 3.9 MB.
VIA AC97 PCI
VIA AC'97 Audio Controller (WDM)
VIA AC'97 Enhanced Audio Controller (WDM)
Version: 6.14.1.3870
Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows 98SE
6.14.01.3870 (2003-06-13) via .inf
For VT82C686A/VT82C686B/VT8231/VT8233/VT8233A/VT8233B/VT8235 Audio Driver.
Fix VT1616 Smart5.1ch Audio Deck Win98 issue
Driver version: 6.14.1.3870
Jayakumar (DG Staff Member) on 24-May-2004
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HDAUDIO\FUNC_01&VEN_434D&DEV_4980&SUBSYS_70911462&REV_0904
PCI\VEN_1106&DEV_3058&SUBSYS_003A1565
PCI\VEN_1106&DEV_3058&SUBSYS_004FA0A0
PCI\VEN_1106&DEV_3058&SUBSYS_0050A0A0
PCI\VEN_1106&DEV_3058&SUBSYS_0070A0A0
PCI\VEN_1106&DEV_3058&SUBSYS_26013411
PCI\VEN_1106&DEV_3059&SUBSYS_00000000&REV_50
PCI\VEN_1106&DEV_3059&SUBSYS_00011843
HDAUDIO\FUNC_01&CTLR_VEN_8086&CTLR_DEV_2668
HDAUDIO\FUNC_01&CTLR_VEN_8086&CTLR_DEV_2668&VEN_434D
HDAUDIO\FUNC_01&CTLR_VEN_8086&CTLR_DEV_2668&VEN_434D&DEV_4980
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Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the MSI 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 MSI website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
After downloading your new driver, it's time to install it. For Windows users, the built-in Device Manager is your go-to tool for managing system devices and drivers. Here's how to use it:
Right-click the Start button to open the Quick Access menu.
Select "Device Manager" from the list of options.
In the Device Manager window, locate the device that needs updating.
Right-click on the device name and choose "Update driver" from the context menu.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
Once the installation is complete, restart your computer to ensure the new driver is properly integrated and functional.
This simple process helps keep your system running smoothly and maintains compatibility with your hardware components.
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The following files are found inside the driver download file.
Name | Size | Date |
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layout.bin | 590 bytes | 8 Jul 2003 |
_sys1.cab | 175.5 KB | 8 Jul 2003 |
_Setup.dll | 34.8 KB | 8 Jul 2003 |
setup.lid | 49 bytes | 8 Jul 2003 |
_ISDel.exe | 27.6 KB | 8 Jul 2003 |
Setup.exe | 73.7 KB | 8 Jul 2003 |
DATA.TAG | 136 bytes | 8 Jul 2003 |
68/WINNT40/VIAUDIO.SYS | 154.6 KB | 16 Sep 2002 |
68/WINNT40/VIAMIDI.DLL | 17.4 KB | 16 Sep 2002 |
68/WINNT40/VIAUDIO.DLL | 96.4 KB | 16 Sep 2002 |
68/WINNT40/OEMSETUP.INF | 283 bytes | 16 Sep 2002 |
68/DOS/VIAUDIO.COM | 439 bytes | 16 Sep 2002 |
68/DOS/INSTALL.EXE | 159.7 KB | 16 Sep 2002 |
68/DOS/DOS4GW.EXE | 265.4 KB | 16 Sep 2002 |
os.dat | 450 bytes | 8 Jul 2003 |
74/WINNT40/VIAUDIO.SYS | 146.8 KB | 16 Sep 2002 |
74/WINNT40/VIAUDIO.DLL | 96.4 KB | 16 Sep 2002 |
74/WINNT40/OEMSETUP.INF | 221 bytes | 16 Sep 2002 |
74/WINAPP/CHFR.WAV | 235.1 KB | 16 Sep 2002 |
74/WINAPP/CHSL.WAV | 235.1 KB | 16 Sep 2002 |
74/WINAPP/CHFL.WAV | 235.1 KB | 16 Sep 2002 |
74/WINAPP/CHCENTER.WAV | 235.1 KB | 16 Sep 2002 |
74/WINAPP/SPKCFG.EXE | 57.3 KB | 16 Sep 2002 |
74/WINAPP/CHSR.WAV | 235.1 KB | 16 Sep 2002 |
74/WINAPP/CHLFE.WAV | 235.1 KB | 16 Sep 2002 |
setup.ins | 102.6 KB | 8 Jul 2003 |
data1.cab | 469 bytes | 8 Jul 2003 |
SETUP.INI | 97 bytes | 8 Jul 2003 |
viaudio.INI | 228 bytes | 8 Jul 2003 |
_inst32i.ex_ | 296.7 KB | 8 Jul 2003 |
_user1.cab | 1.2 MB | 8 Jul 2003 |
lang.dat | 23.7 KB | 8 Jul 2003 |
VIAUDIO.REV | 35 bytes | 8 Jul 2003 |
WDM/crlds3d.dll | 766.0 KB | 16 Jun 2003 |
WDM/viaudios.sys | 369.9 KB | 16 Jun 2003 |
WDM/viaudios.inf | 25.0 KB | 9 Jul 2003 |
WDM/A3d.dll | 720.9 KB | 16 Jun 2003 |
WDM/viacomp.inf | 23.6 KB | 16 Jun 2003 |
WDM/viaudios.cat | 68.2 KB | 24 Jun 2003 |
WDM/VIAUDOEM.INF | 65.1 KB | 9 Jul 2003 |