Analog Devices Inc. SoundMAX(R) Readme
INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS:
HD AUDIO INSTALLATION PRE-REQUIREMENTS
If you have an HD Audio codec you need to install a QFE to allow the SoundMAX audio
driver installation to happen. This QFE is made available by Microsoft, and it
is required to update Operating System components before installing the audio driver.
The QFE contains the required files and a readme which outlines installation procedure.
This QFE and these files are distributed by Microsoft only, please contact them directly
if you need to get them.
Installation or Update of Analog Devices SoundMAX
NOTE: Remove any previously installed driver using the instructions
in the next section.
1. From the task bar, click on Start -> Run.
2. In the Run dialog box, type X:\path\setup, where X:\path is the
full path to the root of the installation media.
3. When upgrading or reinstalling, a dialog will appear. Select
Reinstall and press Next.
4. Click on the OK button or press the ENTER key.
5. Click on the Next and OK prompts as they appear.
6. Reboot the system to complete the installation.
Removal of Analog Devices SoundMAX
1. From the task bar, click on Start -> Settings -> Control Panel,
or for Windows XP, click on Start -> Control Panel.
2. Double-click on the Add/Remove programs icon.
3. Double-click on SoundMAX Install.
4. If the installation media is present, a dialog will appear.
Select Remove and press Next.
5. Reboot the system to fully uninstall the drivers.
NOTES:
* Microsoft(R) DirectX 8.1 or later is required.
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This driver is built for the Microsoft(R) Windows Operating Systems.
Copyright 2004 Analog Devices, Inc. All names mentioned herein
are a registered trademark or a trademark of Analog Devices or its
respective owners. All rights reserved.
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Version 5.0.0.1
Download Driver Pack
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.