OPTi Standard IDE/ESDI Hard Disk Controller Driver Download
The Standard IDE/ESDI Hard Disk Controller is a disk drive controller manufactured by OPTi. This driver fixes problems with drive not found, slow or unreliable data transfer, intermittent connection or hardware conflicts. This driver - "dos_w31.exe" - has been downloaded 34 times and is rated 4 out of 5 stars based on 11 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 917.2 KB.
Supported Models
Standard IDE/ESDI Hard Disk Controller
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
dos_w31.exe (917.2 KB)
Uploaded By
DriverGuide (DG Staff Member) on 10-Jun-2004
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How to Update Standard IDE/ESDI Hard Disk Controller Device Drivers
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the Standard IDE/ESDI Hard Disk Controller 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 OPTi Standard IDE/ESDI Hard Disk Controller 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 OPTi Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
Step 2 - Install Your Driver
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Readme.txt | 11.3 KB | 15 May 1997 |
| Windrv.z | 74.8 KB | 3 Jun 1997 |
| Rm93xdrv.dat | 1.4 KB | 25 Jul 1997 |
| Setup.ini | 52 bytes | 11 Feb 1997 |
| Config.z | 188.5 KB | 5 Mar 1997 |
| Setup.pkg | 530 bytes | 11 Feb 1997 |
| Setup.dat | 1.3 KB | 27 Aug 1997 |
| Volume.cfg | 62 bytes | 11 Feb 1997 |
| Adsrom.bin | 401 bytes | 11 Feb 1997 |
| Tools.z | 151.9 KB | 9 Apr 1997 |
| Setup.inf | 1.5 KB | 21 Jan 1997 |
| Setup.exe | 47.6 KB | 11 Feb 1997 |
| Mix931.ini | 944 bytes | 14 May 1997 |
| _setup.lib | 22.6 KB | 11 Feb 1997 |
| Setup.ins | 10.0 KB | 23 Feb 1997 |
| Sound16.cfg | 1.1 KB | 2 Sep 1997 |
| Install.dat | 8.8 KB | 20 Feb 1997 |
| Mbsrom.bin | 386 bytes | 11 Feb 1997 |
| Rm93xdrv.exe | 170.5 KB | 22 Jul 1997 |
| Config.txt | 3.5 KB | 11 Feb 1997 |
| Mixer.cfg | 407 bytes | 11 Feb 1997 |
| Unistall.z | 485 bytes | 11 Feb 1997 |
| _setup.dll | 10.8 KB | 11 Feb 1997 |
| _inst16.ex_ | 276.3 KB | 11 Feb 1997 |
| Sndtune.exe | 16.7 KB | 13 Feb 1997 |
| Disk1.id | 3 bytes | 11 Feb 1997 |
| Winapp.z | 59.1 KB | 16 Mar 1997 |