CMedia CMI8738/C3DX PCI MPU-401 Driver Download
The CMI8738/C3DX PCI MPU-401 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. This version of "SoundCardCMI8738win2k-xp.zip" is rated (5 out of 5 stars) based on 76,796 downloads and 337 reviews. Our users report success installing this driver update on PCs running Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 2.2 MB.
Supported Models
CMI8738/C3DX PCI Audio Device
CMI8738/C3DX PCI MPU-401
CMI8738/C3DX PCI game port
Manufacturers
Supported Operating Systems
Windows XP
File Name
Versions
5.12.01.0627 (2001-08-17) via .inf
Additional Notes
Don't install this drivers using the setup feature included.
1. Extact the content of the zip file to a folder (ex c \temp)
2. Uninstall the hardware in conflict and then restart the system
3. The system will now ask for the new hardware, so, install it manually redirecting the searcher to c \temp
4. RESTART! the system
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John J. Villa (DG Member) on 26-Oct-2001
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How to Update CMI8738/C3DX PCI MPU-401 Device Drivers
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Step 2 - Install Your Driver
After downloading the new driver, proceed with installation. On Windows, use the built-in Device Manager utility to manage your system's devices and drivers. To access it:
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Select "Device Manager" from the menu
Locate the device needing the update
Right-click the device and choose "Update driver"
Follow the on-screen prompts to install
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Driver Contents File List
The following files are found inside the driver download file.
| Name | Size | Date |
|---|---|---|
| setup.ini | 428 bytes | 27 Aug 2001 |
| Readme.txt | 1.9 KB | 12 Apr 2001 |
| W2KSetup.dat | 180.2 KB | 28 Aug 2001 |
| Mixer.exe | 1.1 MB | 17 Aug 2001 |
| CMNprop.dll | 28.7 KB | 17 Aug 2001 |
| CRLDS3D.DLL | 766.0 KB | 20 Oct 2000 |
| CMUninst.exe | 135.2 KB | 17 Aug 2001 |
| Setup.exe | 241.7 KB | 27 Aug 2001 |
| VERSION.TXT | 13.2 KB | 24 Aug 2001 |
| CMprop.dll | 28.7 KB | 17 Jan 2001 |
| CMAUDIO.INF | 31.4 KB | 17 Aug 2001 |
| cmaudio.cat | 25.3 KB | 1 Jun 2001 |
| CMAUDIO.SYS | 273.2 KB | 17 Aug 2001 |
| CMUNINST.DAT | 135.2 KB | 17 Aug 2001 |
| README! Before install.txt | 355 bytes | 25 Oct 2001 |
| audio3d.dll | 794.6 KB | 11 Jan 2001 |