CMedia C-Media CM8738 Audio Driver (WDM) Driver Download
The C-Media CM8738 Audio Driver (WDM) 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 "c30wdm35.zip" is rated (5 out of 5 stars) based on 53,943 downloads and 267 reviews. It has been installed successfully by our users on PCs running Windows Vista and Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 33.9 KB.
Supported Models
cmi8330/c3d
C-Media CM8330 Audio Driver (WDM)
C-Media CM8338 Audio Driver (WDM)
C-Media CM8738 Audio Driver (WDM)
CM8330 MPU401 Driver (WDM)
CM8330 SB16 Driver (WDM)
Game port
Manufacturers
Supported Operating Systems
Windows XP
File Name
Versions
5.00.2031.35 (1999-05-27) via .inf
Additional Notes
I had trouble with my original drivers on XP so I tried this driver for windows 2000 and it works. Just click on update drivers for any of your sound devices that are not working and browse to the file. Happy Listening
Uploaded By
hunley (DG Member) on 3-Feb-2002
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How to Update C-Media CM8738 Audio Driver (WDM) Device Drivers
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Driver Contents File List
The following files are found inside the driver download file.
| Name | Size | Date |
|---|---|---|
| CMEDIA.INF | 12.5 KB | 27 May 1999 |
| CM8330.SYS | 39.4 KB | 27 May 1999 |
| CM8330SB.SYS | 38.7 KB | 28 May 1999 |