Acer TravelMate 290 Driver Download
The TravelMate 290 is an audio device manufactured by Acer. This driver fixes problems with no sound or static or distorted sound, and can unlock advanced features of your audio device. This version of "290audio.exe" has been downloaded 2,481 times with a user rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on 24 reviews. Our users report success installing this driver update on PCs running Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 5.1 MB.
Supported Models
TravelMate 290
Realtek AC'97 Audio
Realtek AC'97 Audio for VIA (R) Audio Controller
Realtek AC97 Audio
Realtek AC97 Audio for VIA (R) Audio Controller
Manufacturers
Supported Operating Systems
Windows XP
File Name
Versions
5.10.0.52105.10.00.5210 (2003-05-14) via .inf
Additional Notes
This file is included on the TravelMate System CD that shipped with the system. This self-extracting file will install the drivers for Windows XP on the TravelMate 290 series. Double-click on the file to install. v5.10.0.5210
Uploaded By
Andrews (DG Staff Member) on 17-Aug-2004
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Device Hardware IDs
HDAUDIO\FUNC_02&VEN_14F1&DEV_2BFA&SUBSYS_1025008F&REV_0900
PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4341&SUBSYS_001714C0
PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4341&SUBSYS_001D14C0
PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4341&SUBSYS_00361025
PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4341&SUBSYS_0C0B105B
PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4341&SUBSYS_10001057
PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4341&SUBSYS_217514A4
PCI\VEN_1039&DEV_7012&SUBSYS_083C0E11
PCI\VEN_1039&DEV_7012&SUBSYS_102813BD
PCI\VEN_1039&DEV_7012&SUBSYS_102C13BD
PCI\VEN_1106&DEV_3059&SUBSYS_00011793
PCI\VEN_1106&DEV_3059&SUBSYS_001714C0
Compatible IDs
HDAUDIO\FUNC_02&VEN_14F1&DEV_2BFA
HDAUDIO\FUNC_02&VEN_14F1&DEV_2BFA&REV_0900
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Driver Contents File List
The following files are found inside the driver download file.
| Name | Size | Date |
|---|---|---|
| layout.bin | 422 bytes | 20 Jun 2003 |
| ALCUPD.EXE | 208.9 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| Setup.ini | 2.1 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| README.TXT | 11.6 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| ALCXDEV.EXE | 31.3 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/alcxwdm.sys | 740.0 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/crlds3d.dll | 766.0 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/Alcxwdm8.inf | 21.4 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/ALSndMgr.cpl | 6.8 MB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/alsndmgr.wav | 141.0 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/Alcxwdm7.inf | 20.6 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/Alcxwdm1.inf | 50.4 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/Alcxwdm6.inf | 26.8 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/Alcxwdm5.inf | 20.8 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/Alcxwdm9.inf | 21.8 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/Alcxwdm0.inf | 44.5 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/Alcxwdm10.inf | 34.9 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/Alcxwdm3.inf | 23.5 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/Alcxwdm2.inf | 46.1 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/Alcxwdm.cat | 219.8 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/SoundMan.exe | 55.3 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/Alcxwdm11.inf | 21.3 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/Alcxwdm4.inf | 30.8 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| wdm/audio3d.dll | 720.9 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| ALCCHKID.EXE | 110.6 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| Setup.exe | 139.3 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| ikernel.ex_ | 258.5 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| config/alcxinit.dat | 792 bytes | 20 Jun 2003 |
| ALCRMV9X.EXE | 127.0 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| Version.txt | 70 bytes | 23 Jun 2003 |
| SetCDfmt.exe | 23.6 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| data1.cab | 905.6 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| ALCRMV.EXE | 135.2 KB | 20 Jun 2003 |
| data2.cab | 512 bytes | 20 Jun 2003 |
How to Update TravelMate 290 Device Drivers Quickly & Easily
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the TravelMate 290 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 Acer TravelMate 290 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 Acer Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the Acer website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
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
Locate the device and model that is having the issue and double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.
Select the Driver tab.
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.
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.