read_me.TXT Driver File Contents (D00542-001-001.exe)

Information and Instructions about this download file

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File Description: Audio Driver
Version: Realtek AC'97 5.10.0.5990
Operating System: Microsoft(r) Windows(r) XP
Part Number: D00542-001-001
Date: 03/10/2006
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Table of Contents
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Overview
Installation
Removal 		
Troubleshooting
Reason for Update
Applicable Part/Model Numbers
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Overview 

This is the Windows XP audio driver for the computers listed in the Applicable Part Numbers section of this document. 


Installation

1.  The necessary files extract to the C:\Cabs folder and create a sub-folder using the name of the driver part number.  

2.  From the Start menu, click Run.  In the Run dialog box, type: C:\Cabs\D00542-001-001\Setup.exe.  Click OK.

3.  Follow all onscreen instructions to complete the installation.


Removal

1.  From the Start menu, click Control Panel. 

2.  In Control Panel, click Add or Remove Programs.

3.  In the Add or Remove Programs window, click to select Realtek AC'97 Audio, and then click Change/Remove.

4.  Follow all onscreen instructions to complete the removal process.


Troubleshooting

If you are having difficulty during or after the driver installation, download the file again, and then perform the installation steps for a second time.


Reason for Update 


This is the initial release of the driver.   


Applicable Part/Model Numbers    

105587 - MS-7173 Motherboard
105552 - Foxconn C51GU01 Motherboard
105554 - FIC K8MC51G Motherboard

E-1500 Series:

1008792 - Gateway E-1500D
1008793 - Gateway E-1500D SB

GT Series:

1009051 - Gateway GT4022
1009084 - Gateway GT4023E
1008835 - Gateway GT5056 
1008847 - Gateway GT5058 
1009053 - Gateway GT5082
1009080 - Gateway GT5082H
1009115 - Gateway GT5098E

GM Series:

1008907 - Gateway GM4019E
1009054 - Gateway GM5084
1009056 - Gateway GM5088
1009109 - Gateway GM5089E
1009139 - Gateway GM5094E
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How To Update Drivers Manually

After your driver has been downloaded, follow these simple steps to install it.

  • Expand the archive file (if the download file is in zip or rar format).

  • If the expanded file has an .exe extension, double click it and follow the installation instructions.

  • Otherwise, open Device Manager by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting Device Manager.

  • Find the device and model you want to update in the device list.

  • Double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.

  • From the Properties dialog box, select the Driver tab.

  • Click the Update Driver button, then follow the instructions.

Very important: You must reboot your system to ensure that any driver updates have taken effect.

For more help, visit our Driver Support section for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.

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