Auzentech X-Fi Forte Download Drivers and Manual

Release information:

Driver Name: Forte Driver version 1.1

Download Size: 212 Mb Zipped file
Changes in this Driver

Automode Switcher settings/app list are restored upon reboot.

Instructions

If you have previously installed the driver,
first uninstall the driver and DDL/DTS pack and reboot your PC
Download and unzip the new driver.
Browse to the new driver folder > Audio folder > Setup folder.
Double-click "setup.exe."
Reboot your PC after completing the installation.
* Notes:

DTS™ Connect available in WIndows® Vista and Windows® 7 only.
You need to uninstall any previously installed X-Fi Forte drivers before installing. See step 1 of the instructions.
Changelog Carried Forward from Previous Drivers... [Hide]


Driver Beta 1

Supports Windows 7 (as well as XP and Vista )
Speakers are muted automatically when headphone is connected to Fornt Panel jack.
Speakers are muted and sound is routed through the Rear and Front headphone jack when output mode is manually configured to "Headphone."
Improved the MIC Boost feature to avoid the noise and interference.
Driver 1.0

Corrects localization error in Korean DDL/DTS Connect screen*
Adds MIC Boost control feature to the Creative Mixer. User can turn MIC Boost on or off. Default setting is "on."
RC-4 Patch 1.2

Mutes the FP-Mic if there is no mic plugged in.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DDL.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DTS.
(DTS available on Vista only using the DTS driver)
RC-3 Patch 1.1

Improved Multi-Channel Digital and Analog sounds
Improved speed when changing Mode

Improved Stability
RC-2 Patch 1.0

Corrects "Bluescreen Stop Error" when switching between the Console Launcher modes when DDL is enabled, a problem seen with certain configurations using the driver included on the CD

Release information:

Driver name: Auzentech_Forte_Beta1.zip
Download Size: 207 Mb Zipped file

Changes in this Driver

Supports Windows 7 (as well as XP and Vista )
Speakers are muted automatically when headphone is connected to Fornt Panel jack.
Speakers are muted and sound is routed through the Rear and Front headphone jack when output mode is manually configured to "Headphone."
Improved the MIC Boost feature to avoid the noise and interference.
Instructions

If you have previously installed the driver,
first uninstall the driver and DDL/DTS pack and reboot your PC
Download and unzip the new driver.
Browse to the new driver folder > Audio folder > Setup folder.
Double-click "setup.exe."
Reboot your PC after completing the installation.
* Notes:

DTS™ Connect available in WIndows® Vista and Windows® 7 only.
You need to uninstall any previously installed X-Fi Forte drivers before installing. See step 1 of the instructions.
Changelog Carried Forward from Previous Drivers... Hide


Driver 1.0

Corrects localization error in Korean DDL/DTS Connect screen*
Adds MIC Boost control feature to the Creative Mixer. User can turn MIC Boost on or off. Default setting is "on."


RC-4 Patch 1.2

Mutes the FP-Mic if there is no mic plugged in.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DDL.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DTS.
(DTS available on Vista only using the DTS driver)
RC-3 Patch 1.1

Improved Multi-Channel Digital and Analog sounds
Improved speed when changing Mode

Improved Stability
RC-2 Patch 1.0

Corrects "Bluescreen Stop Error" when switching between the Console Launcher modes when DDL is enabled, a problem seen with certain configurations using the driver included on the CD

Release information:

Driver name: Auzen X-Fi Forte Driver RC3
Download Size: 211 mb Zipped file

Download (Vista Only )

Changes in this Driver

DTS® Connect (Vista only)
Fixes the problem of error message appearing & no audio when using "What U Hear" feature and when changing speaker configuration.

Instructions

If you have previously installed the driver,
first uninstall the driver and DDL/DTS pack and reboot your PC
Download and unzip the new driver.
Browse to the new driver folder > Audio folder > Setup folder.
Double-click "setup.exe."
Reboot your PC after completing the installation.
Notes:

You need to uninstall any previously installed X-Fi Forte drivers before installing. See step 1 of the instructions.
This driver is only compatible with Vista. XP drivers are available separately.
The DDL screen is in English only.
The End-User License Agreement is in English only.
Changelog Carried Forward from Previous Drivers... Hide


RC-2 Patch 1.1

Improved Multi-Channel Digital and Analog sounds
Improved speed when changing Mode

Improved Stability
RC-2 Patch 1.0

Corrects "Bluescreen Stop Error" when switching between the Console Launcher modes when DDL is enabled, a problem seen with certain configurations using the driver included on the CD

Release information:

Driver name: Auzen X-Fi Forte Driver RC4 Patch 1.2
Download Size: 13 mb Zipped file
Changes in this Driver

Mutes the FP-Mic if there is no mic plugged in.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DDL.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DTS.
(DTS available on Vista only using the DTS driver)

Instructions

If you have not previously installed an X-Fi Forte driver,
install it first.
XP users should use the driver on the CD.
Vista users should use the DTS driver.
Download and unzip the new patch.
Browse to the new patch folder, double-click ‘setup.exe’ to install
Reboot your PC after completing the installation.
Notes:

You need to have a previously installed driver before installing this driver patch. See step 1 of the instructions.
The DDL screen is in English only.
The End-User License Agreement is in English only.
Changelog Carried Forward from Previous Drivers... [Hide]


RC-3 Patch 1.1

Improved Multi-Channel Digital and Analog sounds
Improved speed when changing Mode

Improved Stability
RC-2 Patch 1.0

Corrects "Bluescreen Stop Error" when switching between the Console Launcher modes when DDL is enabled, a problem seen with certain configurations using the driver included on the CD

Release information:

Driver name: Auzen X-Fi Forte Driver RC4 Patch 1.2
Download Size: 13 mb Zipped file

Changes in this Driver

Mutes the FP-Mic if there is no mic plugged in.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DDL.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DTS.
(DTS available on Vista only using the DTS driver)

Instructions

If you have not previously installed an X-Fi Forte driver,
install it first.
XP users should use the driver on the CD.
Vista users should use the DTS driver.
Download and unzip the new patch.
Browse to the new patch folder, double-click ‘setup.exe’ to install
Reboot your PC after completing the installation.
Notes:

You need to have a previously installed driver before installing this driver patch. See step 1 of the instructions.
The DDL screen is in English only.
The End-User License Agreement is in English only.
Changelog Carried Forward from Previous Drivers... [Hide]


RC-3 Patch 1.1

Improved Multi-Channel Digital and Analog sounds
Improved speed when changing Mode

Improved Stability
RC-2 Patch 1.0

Corrects "Bluescreen Stop Error" when switching between the Console Launcher modes when DDL is enabled, a problem seen with certain configurations using the driver included on the CD

Release information:

Driver name: Auzen X-Fi Forte Driver Version 1.0
Download Size: 206 mb Zipped file
Changes in this Driver

Corrects localization error in Korean DDL/DTS Connect screen*
Adds MIC Boost control feature to the Creative Mixer. User can turn MIC Boost on or off. Default setting is "on."

Instructions

If you have previously installed the driver,
first uninstall the driver and DDL/DTS pack and reboot your PC
Download and unzip the new driver.
Browse to the new driver folder > Audio folder > Setup folder.
Double-click "setup.exe."
Reboot your PC after completing the installation.
* Notes:

DTS™ Connect available in WIndows® Vista only.
You need to uninstall any previously installed X-Fi Forte drivers before installing. See step 1 of the instructions.
Changelog Carried Forward from Previous Drivers... [Hide]


RC-4 Patch 1.2

Mutes the FP-Mic if there is no mic plugged in.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DDL.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DTS.
(DTS available on Vista only using the DTS driver)
RC-3 Patch 1.1

Improved Multi-Channel Digital and Analog sounds
Improved speed when changing Mode

Improved Stability
RC-2 Patch 1.0

Corrects "Bluescreen Stop Error" when switching between the Console Launcher modes when DDL is enabled, a problem seen with certain configurations using the driver included on the CD

Contents ?
1. Introduction ................................................................................ 4
1.1. Introducing the product .............................................................................................. 4
1.2. Sound Card Layout.................................................................................................... 6
1.3. Package Contents and Specification......................................................................... 8
2. Installation ................................................................................ 10
2.1. Before You Proceed ................................................................................................ 10
2.2. Installing the Sound Card ........................................................................................ 11
2.3. Installing the Driver .................................................................................................. 12
2.4. Changing Sound Mode (Windows XP / VISTA)....................................................... 13
3. Connection................................................................................ 14
3.1. Connecting Speakers .............................................................................................. 15
3.2. Connecting Headphone........................................................................................... 18
3.3. Connecting Digital(S/PDIF) Output.......................................................................... 18
3.4. Connecting Microphone, Line, Aux.......................................................................... 19
4. Console Launcher Mode.......................................................... 20
4.1. Game Mode............................................................................................................. 20
4.2. Entertainment Mode ................................................................................................ 24
4.3. Audio Creation Mode............................................................................................... 28
5. Audio Console.......................................................................... 32
6. AudioMode Switcher................................................................ 35
7. ALchemy Driver in Windows Vista......................................... 36
8. Reference .................................................................................. 37
9. Troubleshooting and FAQ....................................................... 38
10. Technical Support .................................................................. 40