VIA AC97 Driver Download
The AC97 is an audio device manufactured by VIA. This driver fixes problems with no sound or static or distorted sound, and can unlock advanced features of your audio device. This driver - "VIAAC97.rar" - has been downloaded 33,290 times and is rated 5 out of 5 stars based on 152 reviews. Our users report success installing this driver update on PCs running Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 3.5 MB.
Supported Models
AC97
Manufacturers
Supported Operating Systems
Windows 2000, Windows NT4, Windows NT3.51, Windows ME, Windows 98SE, Linux, DOS, OS/2
File Name
VIAAC97.rar (3.5 MB)
Versions
ORIGINAL (9-Dec-2000)
Additional Notes
This is the original driver from CD installation. You only need the Winrar program to unziping it (you can use the trial version to do it, and uninstall later the Winrar). Sorry about my bad english. Este es el driver original sacado del CD de instalacion. Solo necesitas el programa Winrar para descomprimirlo (puedes usar la version de prueba para descomprimirlo y borrar el Winrar despues).
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JOSE MANUEL GARCIA (DG Member) on 31-Mar-2005
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How to Update AC97 Device Drivers
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the AC97 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 VIA AC97 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 VIA 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 VIA website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
Step 2 - Install Your Driver
To install your new driver on Windows:
Right-click the Start button.
Click "Device Manager"
Find your device in the list.
Right-click the device and select "Update driver"
Follow the steps on screen.
Restart your computer when done.
This keeps your computer working at its best.
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.