CREATIVE LABS SOUND BLASTER AWE64 CT4520 ISA SOUND CARD
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CREATIVE LABS SOUND BLASTER AWE64 CT4520 ISA SOUND CARD
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Full Specifications
| Brand | Creative Labs |
|---|---|
| Model | AWE64 VALUE CT4520 |
| UnitCount | 1 |
| Manufacturer | CREATIVE LABS |
| ItemPartNumber | CT4520-1 |
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