Acquire the C-Media_CMI8738_50120.zip archive from a trusted legacy driver repository (e.g., Vogons Drivers, DriverGuide with caution, or your own backup CD).
Without the correct driver, Windows 7 will either show "Unknown Device" in Device Manager or install a generic Microsoft HD Audio driver that will not utilize the card’s MIDI or game port functions.
Acquire the C-Media_CMI8738_50120.zip archive from a trusted legacy driver repository (e.g., Vogons Drivers, DriverGuide with caution, or your own backup CD).
Without the correct driver, Windows 7 will either show "Unknown Device" in Device Manager or install a generic Microsoft HD Audio driver that will not utilize the card’s MIDI or game port functions. Ev1938 Sound Card Driver Download Windows 7
