CMedia CMI8738/C3DX PCI Audio Device Driver Download

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The CMI8738/C3DX PCI Audio Device 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 driver version has been downloaded 16,970 times and is rated 5 out of 5 stars based on 108 reviews. It has been installed successfully by our users on PCs running Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 2.3 MB.

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16,970 Downloads

Supported Models

CMI8330/C3D

CMI8738/C3DX PCI Audio Device

Manufacturers

CMedia

Supported Operating Systems

Windows XP

File Name

Versions

1.0.0.7 (10-Jul-2002)
5.12.01.0642 (2002-10-15) via .inf

Additional Notes

Here is an updated driver for CMI8330/C3D. I needed a C3D for the CMI8330 for the onboard audio chip and I tried everything in this list and it did'nt have it or worked. I even searched everywhere on-line and found nothing but a big headache. I realized that I have stacks and stacks of CDs and found one that worked a treat! Here it is, it is an original driver for CMI8738/C3D. I tested it to see if it would work for the C3D to CMI8330 and it did! Consider this as the updated driver for the CMI8330/C3D. This driver is meant for just the Windows XP only. I have more of the similiar drivers for other Windows versions in the list for you if you need any of them. All of these drivers works only on the onboard chip model # Sound Pro HT1869V+, not for the PCI type sound cards. Good luck and I hop

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Powhammer (DG Member) on 21-Mar-2006

Most Helpful Reviews

 
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
Oliver
Tested on Windows XP
26 Apr 2007
 

Installation: 1 out of 5
Stability: 1 out of 5
Compatibility: 1 out of 5
 
"Hi, tried to install on a P2/300/os/XP. Killed outright the os by damage/error to the boot up, requiring a re-format. Now back to the drawing board as I have been unable to locate useable drivers. Regards, Oliver"
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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
Ralf
Tested on Windows XP
23 Dec 2006
 

Installation: 1 out of 5
Stability: 1 out of 5
Compatibility: 1 out of 5
 
"did not work on win XP missing one archive"
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Driver Contents File List

The following files are found inside the driver download file.

Name Size Date
AUDIO3D.DLL 712.7 KB 22 Nov 2001
CMAUDIO.CAT 48.9 KB 16 Oct 2002
CMAUDIO.INF 63.7 KB 15 Oct 2002
CMNPROP.DLL 32.8 KB 8 Oct 2002
CMUNINST.DAT 135.2 KB 10 Jul 2002
CMUNINST.EXE 139.3 KB 10 Jul 2002
CRLDS3D.DLL 766.0 KB 20 Oct 2000
MIXER.EXE 1.8 MB 9 Oct 2002
cmaudio.dat 22.1 KB 13 Oct 2002
cmaudio.sys 379.9 KB 15 Oct 2002
cmijack.dat 39.0 KB 3 Oct 2002

How to Update CMI8738/C3DX PCI Audio Device Device Drivers Quickly & Easily

Step 1 - Download Your Driver

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Step 2 - Install Your Driver

Once you have downloaded your new driver, you'll need to install it. In Windows, use a built-in utility called Device Manager, which allows you to see all of the devices recognized by your system, and the drivers associated with them.

How to Open Device Manager

  • In Windows 11, Windows 10 & Windows 8.1, right-click the Start menu and select Device Manager

  • In Windows 8, swipe up from the bottom, or right-click anywhere on the desktop and choose "All Apps" -> swipe or scroll right and choose "Control Panel" (under Windows System section) -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager

  • In Windows 7, click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager

  • In Windows Vista, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance -> Device Manager

  • In Windows XP, click Start -> Control Panel -> Performance and Maintenance -> System -> Hardware tab -> Device Manager button

How to Install a driver from Device Manager

  1. Locate the device and model that is having the issue and double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.

  2. Select the Driver tab.

  3. Click the Update Driver button and follow the instructions.

In most cases, you will need to reboot your computer in order for the driver update to take effect.

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