The CMI-Compliant SMBus Windows driver is a software driver that allows a Windows-based system to communicate with devices connected through the System Management Bus (SMBus). SMBus is a communication protocol used primarily for monitoring and controlling system health, like temperature sensors, voltage regulators, battery management systems, and other components that are part of a motherboard or embedded system.
The CMI-Compliant SMBus driver is specifically related to devices that adhere to a standard set by the Common Modules Interface (CMI) or other compatible systems. The "CMI" prefix usually refers to a standard or requirement for SMBus communications to ensure compatibility with certain hardware or software configurations.