ESS Maestro3 Sound Blaster Compatible (WDM) Driver Download
The Maestro3 Sound Blaster Compatible (WDM) 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. Visitors have downloaded this file "ES1980_XP1158.zip" 252 times with an aggregate rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews. Visitors have successfully installed this driver on PCs running Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 1.7 MB.
Supported Models
ESS Maestro3 PCI Audio (WDM)
ESS Maestro3 Sound Blaster Compatible (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
5.12.01.1158 (2001-10-30) via .inf
Uploaded By
DriverGuide (DG Staff Member) on 9-Jun-2004
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How to Update ESS Maestro3 Sound Blaster Compatible (WDM) Device Drivers
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the ESS Maestro3 Sound Blaster Compatible (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 ESS Maestro3 Sound Blaster Compatible (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 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
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.
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Driver Contents File List
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