The Crystal WDM Audio Codec is an audio device manufactured by Crystal Semiconductor. This driver fixes problems with no sound or static or distorted sound, and can unlock advanced features of your audio device. This version of "Sound.zip" has been downloaded 23,150 times with a user rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on 131 reviews. Visitors have successfully installed this driver on PCs running Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 39.2 KB.
Crystal WDM Driver
Crystal WDM Audio Codec
Windows 2003, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows NT4, Windows ME, Windows 98SE, Windows 98, Windows 95
5.12.01.4026 (2000-08-01) via .inf
cs429x.inf - Device description file for AC9x WDM driver files also works for the Intel 801AA Audio controller
Nicole (DG Member) on 13-Jul-2001
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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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The following files are found inside the driver download file.
Name | Size | Date |
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Sound/CWAWDM.SYS | 58.1 KB | 26 Jul 2000 |
Sound/CWAWDM.INF | 23.2 KB | 2 Aug 2000 |
Sound/PW4026.CAT | 10.0 KB | 14 Aug 2000 |