CMedia 8738AM Driver Download

C-Media Drivers

The 8738AM is an audio device manufactured by C-Media. 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 "8738wdm536.zip" 16,854 times with an aggregate rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews. Our users report success installing this driver update on PCs running Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 25.0 KB.

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Supported Models

8738AM

C-Media CM8738 Audio

C-Media Game port

C-Media MPU-401

Manufacturers

CMedia

Supported Operating Systems

Windows XP, Windows 2000

File Name

Versions

5.12.01.0542 (2000-10-30) via .inf

Additional Notes

Works Great now.

Uploaded By

Debbie Ellis (DG Member) on 16-Aug-2001

Most Helpful Reviews

 
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
snakeyes

3 Oct 2003
 

Installation:  out of 5
Stability:  out of 5
Compatibility:  out of 5
 
"kasya b sa 3 1/2 floppy diskette ang driver d2???"
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How to Update 8738AM Device Drivers

Step 1 - Download Your Driver

To get the 8738AM 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 CMedia 8738AM 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 CMedia 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 CMedia website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.

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:

  1. Right-click the Start button to open the Quick Access menu.

  2. Select "Device Manager" from the list of options.

  3. In the Device Manager window, locate the device that needs updating.

  4. Right-click on the device name and choose "Update driver" from the context menu.

  5. 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
cmpci.cat 21.5 KB 19 Oct 2000
CMPCI.SYS 32.5 KB 16 Nov 2000
CM8738.INF 17.5 KB 24 Nov 2000
mixerdef.ini 767 bytes 17 Oct 2000
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