Description
Creative Labs CT7160 PCI DVD MPEG2 Decoder Card CT7165-D
The Creative Labs CT7160 is a full-length PCI video decoder card designed to add dedicated MPEG2 video decoding capability to desktop computers. This card offloads video decompression from the system CPU, enabling smooth, full-motion DVD playback and MPEG2 video playback on compatible systems without consuming significant processor resources.
Specifications & What's Included
- Brand: Creative Labs
- Model: CT7160 (CT7165-D variant)
- Interface: PCI 32-bit (5V standard)
- Video Format: MPEG2 decoding
- Form Factor: Full-length PCI adapter card
- Chipset: Proprietary Creative MPEG2 decoder chipset
- Connector: Standard PCI bracket with rear output connector
- Compatibility: Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP systems with PCI slots
- Card Only: No cables, software, drivers, or documentation included
Applications
The CT7160 was used in desktop PC systems during the late 1990s and early-to-mid 2000s era to enable DVD movie playback and MPEG2 video file playback without relying on software decoding. This type of dedicated video decoder card was common in systems built before integrated graphics and multi-core processors made hardware-accelerated MPEG2 decoding unnecessary. These cards are still sought by vintage PC enthusiasts, retro gaming system builders, and legacy system maintainers who need to restore DVD playback capability to older computers. The card represents an era when specialized expansion cards were the standard way to add video processing capability to personal computers.
This Creative Labs CT7160 PCI DVD MPEG2 Decoder Card has been inspected and is in good used condition. The card shows typical wear consistent with age and previous use in a working environment. All components are intact and solder joints appear sound. The card has been powered and tested at our facility and is in good working order. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Creative Labs |
Model: |
CT7160 |
Secondary Model: |
CT7165-D |
Type: |
PCI DVD MPEG2 Decoder Card |
SKU: |
31993 |
Interface: |
PCI 32-bit |
Video Format: |
MPEG2 |
Compatibility: |
PCI-based systems, Windows 98/ME/2000/XP |
Form Factor: |
Full-length PCI card |
What's Included: |
Card only; no cables, drivers, or documentation included |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
Taiwan |
Condition: |
Used - Inspected and Tested |
Condition Notes: |
Creative Labs CT7160 PCI DVD MPEG2 decoder card, used and tested at our facility, in good working order. Normal cosmetic wear from previous use. |
