The MPU-401 Compatible MIDI Device is an audio device manufactured by ESS. This driver fixes problems with no sound or static or distorted sound, and can unlock advanced features of your audio device. This version of "Win98SE.zip" is rated (5 out of 5 stars) based on 1,026 downloads and 8 reviews. Our users report success installing this driver update on PCs running Windows 8. The total disk space used for this update is 1.8 MB.
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MPU-401 Compatible MIDI Device
Windows 2003, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows NT4, Windows NT3.51, Windows ME, Windows 98SE, Windows 98, Windows 95, Windows 3.1
5.12.01.1068 (2000-05-09) via .inf
DriverGuide (DG Staff Member) on 9-Sep-2003
To get the MPU-401 Compatible MIDI Device 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 ESS MPU-401 Compatible MIDI Device 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 ESS Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right 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:
Right-click the Start button
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
Once complete, restart your computer to ensure the new driver is fully implemented and functioning properly.
This process helps maintain your system's performance and compatibility with various 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.
The following files are found inside the driver download file.
Name | Size | Date |
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layout.bin | 441 bytes | 12 Jul 2000 |
Setup.ini | 366 bytes | 12 Jul 2000 |
ES198X.SYS | 159.3 KB | 10 May 2000 |
ESSetup.exe | 127.5 KB | 12 Jul 2000 |
ikernel.ex_ | 256.3 KB | 12 Jul 2000 |
CCPORT.SYS | 41.5 KB | 20 Mar 2000 |
data1.cab | 1.2 MB | 12 Jul 2000 |
ES56CVMP.SYS | 558.2 KB | 11 May 2000 |
data2.cab | 512 bytes | 12 Jul 2000 |
A1.INF | 22.1 KB | 26 Jul 2000 |