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    AC97 Audio Driver for Laptop Help

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Liquidus, Aug 10, 2006.

  1. Liquidus

    Liquidus Newbie

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    I have a Dell 300m Laptop which has integrated AC97 audio on the motherboard as far as I understand. So when I reinstalled XP I can't seem to find the proper driver.

    I tried downloading the realtek AC97 driver from their site but a message popped up saying that it doesn't meet windows logo testing, and soon after the install it crashes on me and gives me a blue screen saying "dumping memory" or something of the sort.

    I tried going to my volume control but it says I have no mixers installed...so I'm lost can anyone tell me what kind of driver I need? Thanks. :)
     
    Liquidus, Aug 10, 2006
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  2. qhn

    qhn Notebook User

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    u might want to try either the via ac97 or soundmax ac97 for integrated audio driver.

    cheers ...
     
    qhn, Aug 10, 2006
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  3. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    Windows update is another avenue.
     
    ZaZ, Aug 10, 2006
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