Dell Technologies Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO INF Alcwdm14.inf

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Last Updated: 12/07/2023
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Setup Information files, such as Alcwdm14.inf, are considered a type of Driver (Setup Information) file. They are associated with the INF file extension, developed by Dell Technologies for Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO 5.10.0.6020.

Alcwdm14.inf was initially released with Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO 5.10.0.6020 on 02/08/2006 for the Windows 10 Operating System. This is not only most recent release from Dell Technologies, but it's the only version known in existence.

Please see below for more detailed information, INF file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of Alcwdm14.inf.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	Alcwdm14.inf
File Extension:	INF file extension
File Type:	Driver
Description:	Setup Information
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO 5.10.0.6020
Developer:	Dell Technologies
Software:	Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO
Software Version:	5.10.0.6020

File Details
File Size (Bytes):	26226
Oldest File Date:	12/23/2019
Latest File Date:	12/23/2019

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File Info	Description
File Size:	26 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:12:23 15:50:22+00:00

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What are Alcwdm14.inf Error Messages?

Alcwdm14.inf Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

There are a number of reasons why you could be encountering issues with Alcwdm14.inf. Most of the issues concerning inf files involve Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors. These types of Alcwdm14.inf errors can be cause by hardware problems, outdated firmware, corrupt drivers, or other software-related (eg. Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO update) issues. Some of these errors include:

Alcwdm14.inf could not be found.
Alcwdm14.inf failed to load.
The file Alcwdm14.inf is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - Alcwdm14.inf.

A problem has been detected and Windows has been shut down to prevent damage to your computer. The problem seems to be caused by the following file: Alcwdm14.inf.

:( Your PC ran into a problem that it couldn't handle, and now needs to restart. You can search for the error online: [BSOD] (Alcwdm14.inf).

STOP 0x0000001E: KMODE EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (Alcwdm14.inf) STOP 0x00000050: PAGE FAULT IN A NONPAGED AREA (Alcwdm14.inf) STOP 0x0000000A: IRQL NOT LESS EQUAL (Alcwdm14.inf) STOP 0x0000007E: SYSTEM THREAD EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (Alcwdm14.inf) STOP 0x0000003B: SYSTEM SERVICE EXCEPTION (Alcwdm14.inf) STOP 0×0000007A: KERNEL DATA INPAGE (Alcwdm14.inf)

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

In the majority of cases, you will encounter Alcwdm14.inf BSOD errors after you've installed new hardware, software (Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO), or performed a failed Windows Update. In other cases, software corruption caused by a malware infection can lead to Alcwdm14.inf Blue Screen of Death errors. Therefore, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

GEEK TIP : As a rule of thumb, it's always a good idea to create a Windows "Snapshot" backup / System Restore Point before making any hardware or software changes to your computer. That way, it's very easy to restore your system in the unfortunate event you encounter a Alcwdm14.inf Blue Screen of Death error after recent changes.

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How to Fix Alcwdm14.inf Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your Alcwdm14.inf issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.

Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the Alcwdm14.inf error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO software.

You can uninstall Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO 5.10.0.6020 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO 5.10.0.6020

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Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many Alcwdm14.inf error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the Alcwdm14.inf error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your Alcwdm14.inf File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate Alcwdm14.inf file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free Alcwdm14.inf files for every applicable version of Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download Alcwdm14.inf Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\R153492\WDM\
Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve Alcwdm14.inf problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.

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Download Alcwdm14.inf Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying Alcwdm14.inf to your appropriate Windows system directory. Dell Technologies typically does not release Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO INF files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing Alcwdm14.inf and all other INF files for Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO. An incorrectly installed INF file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO 5.10.0.6020

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File Version

Architecture

Alcwdm14.inf

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	26226
File Date:	12/23/2019
MD5 Checksum:	c6dbd69aac9a8f7adba555c7e3927943
SHA1 Checksum:	71277009f7f799904c126fe6f0086a7caad50367
SHA256 Checksum:	725e7de1a52a5b7c79de79a2d914d50679e5b7b285ed717f9aaf9ad6d08f9d3b
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\R153492\WDM\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Modification Date/Time:	12/23/2019

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Files Related to Alcwdm14.inf

INF Files Related to Alcwdm14.inf

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
Alcxau18.inf	Setup Information	Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO 5.10.0.6020	23276	C:\Windows\Prefetch\
Alcxau15.inf	Setup Information	Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO 5.10.0.6020	29735	C:\Windows\Prefetch\
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Alcxau.inf	Setup Information	Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO 5.10.0.6020	27169	C:\Windows\Prefetch\
Alcxau23.inf	Setup Information	Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO 5.10.0.6020	31595	C:\Windows\Prefetch\

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machine.PNF	Precompiled INF	Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO 5.10.0.6020	152316	C:\Windows\inf\
WmiApRpl.h	C/C++/Objective-C Header	Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO 5.10.0.6020	3444	C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\
digitalmediadevice.PNF	Precompiled INF	Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO 5.10.0.6020	7652	C:\Windows\inf\
api-ms-win-core-heap-l...	ApiSet Stub DLL	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12)	11112	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
diagerr.xml	Extensible Markup Language	Audio:Realtek ALC655 AC'97 AUDIO 5.10.0.6020	5718	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\

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