VIA Vinyl AC'97 Codec Combo Driver for Windows

Name: VIA Vinyl AC'97 Codec Combo Driver
Rating: 4 (58 reviews)
Author: VIA Technologies

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VIA advises that whenever possible, users should install onboard sound drivers provided by their motherboard manufacturer.

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Download.com staffFebruary 25, 2026

This driver package updates Windows sound drivers for VIA chipset motherboards. It supports numerous VIA southbridges and the Six-TRAC Codec, enhancing audio performance.

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Pros
- Supports a wide range of VIA southbridge chipsets
- Integrates Sensaura technology for advanced audio
- Includes drivers for the VIA Six-TRAC Codec
- Offers DOS sound support for specific chipsets
- May include unspecified updates and enhancements
Cons
- Limited to VIA chipset-based motherboards
- DOS sound support is restricted to older chipsets
- Specific version details beyond 7.0b are not provided

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GENERAL

Release: December 10, 2007

Latest update: February 25, 2026

Version: 7.0b-09-11-2007

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 10
Windows ME
Windows 95
Windows Vista
Windows NT
Windows 98
Windows XP
Windows 2000

Additional Requirements: None

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Total Downloads: 3,031,392

Downloads Last Week: 1

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User Reviews

4/5

58 User Votes

Worked as advertised
wamarunaAugust 25, 2012
Pros
Needed this to make the sound work on a Microstar MS-6390 Version 100 motherboard, and it did just that.
Cons
Hard to find, but Cnet came through.
Summary
Very user friendly program!!
Tech7028February 6, 2012
Pros
I load this driver for all my computer for my business!
Cons
You need to download this program to see for your self!
Summary
GREAT PRODUCT. BASIC FOR THE AC97 AUDIO DRIVER....
eddy2304January 1, 2012
Pros
EVERYTHING. EASY, EFFECTIVE, AND FREE.....
Cons
NONE THAT I AM AWARE ABOUT.....
Summary
Win 98SE on K8V-MX motherboard this driver works!
Charlieh--2008December 27, 2011
Pros
Installing Win 98 SE on a K8V-MX m/b. Managed to download and successfully install all drivers apart from on-board audio. The recommended Soundmax and other seemingly obvious candidates were each greeted by the yellow Question Mark in Device Manager. Trying this driver made Device Manager happy again!
Cons
None really; unlike others, it simply worked. Its pretty basic, with no "bolt-on goodies", a driver that worked for me on a Via motherboard (circa 2004) running Windows 98SE
Summary
 Updated on Dec 27, 2011Sorry, for "Question Mark", please read "Exclamation Mark"!!!!!
very nice sorted my driver problem instantly
moon91November 7, 2011
Pros
top class and simply love it
Cons
simply best and i love this because its easy
Summary
i been working to sort out my problem but sorted simply the best
Znakomity. Rozwi?zuje wi?kszo?? problemów
wyleszekMarch 3, 2011
Pros
jak wy?ej - nie widz? wad
Cons
jak wy?ej - nie widz? wad
Summary
Tough luck if you don't have VIA chipset.
victorhugo289February 27, 2011
Pros
None, at least not to me.
Cons
Only works with VIA chipset. If you have SiS or any other just FORGET IT.
Summary
-----Don't waste 10 seconds of your precious time downloading this thing if you don't have a VIA chipset.
I finally have sound, thank you
greengiant76December 17, 2010
Pros
I have a NEC Lavie G that had no audio driver after searching forever i tried this one and wall-la it works and sounds great. i love the little boombox.
Cons
none for me
Summary
Works great. thanks CNET and VIA
faster and better sound
francis teoOctober 15, 2010
Pros
solved most problems
Cons
do not have disadvantages
Summary
need my needs and can be trusted
i need to drive the sound on the board
afociousApril 24, 2010
Pros
e-series computer, 80gb Hard Drive, dvd rom, %12 Mb, Floppy Drive, Sound oin board,
Cons
The sound is difficult to drive
Summary
I like it because it very fast, The sound is just the problem

Developer’s Description

By VIA Technologies

Update Windows drivers for VIA chipset-based motherboards with integrated sound.

This driver, also known as Vinyl AudioCodec, supports all VIA southbridges with integrated sound, including VT8231/VT82C686A/VT82C686B, VT8233/VT8233A/VT8233C/VT8235/VT8237/VT8287. This driver supports the VIA Six-TRAC (VT1616 Codec). The VIA Stylus driver for the Six-TRAC Codec integrates Sensaura technology realizing a new level of audio performance and functionality. This driver supports DOS sound for VIA VT82C686A/VT82C686B/VT8231 southbridges only. Version 7.0b may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.

VIA Vinyl AC'97 Codec Combo Driver for Windows

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User Reviews

Worked as advertised

Very user friendly program!!

GREAT PRODUCT. BASIC FOR THE AC97 AUDIO DRIVER....

Win 98SE on K8V-MX motherboard this driver works!

very nice sorted my driver problem instantly

Znakomity. Rozwi?zuje wi?kszo?? problemów

Tough luck if you don't have VIA chipset.

I finally have sound, thank you

faster and better sound

i need to drive the sound on the board

Developer’s Description