Windows 10: How can you change the 'number' of your audio device?

Discus and support How can you change the 'number' of your audio device? in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; I'm having an issue where whenever I happen to unplug + replug my headphone amp, it registers as a new device with Windows for some reason. See this... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/NotQuaggan, Nov 16, 2019.

  1. How can you change the 'number' of your audio device?


    I'm having an issue where whenever I happen to unplug + replug my headphone amp, it registers as a new device with Windows for some reason. See this screenshot: https://i.gyazo.com/5f0a3107ed394c931ba47683d412ddde.png

    So whenever it gets unplugged and replugged, that 3- will turn to 4- and so on. Is there a way I can change it back to normal, without a number?

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    /u/NotQuaggan, Nov 16, 2019
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  2. Audio device issue

    Hi Venu,

    Incompatible audio device drivers are known to operate against the method that Windows 10 follows. First, uninstall the audio driver, then follow these steps to resolve the issue:

    • Right-click on the name of your PC at the top of the list of devices in
      Device Manager
      .
    • Select Scan for hardware changes to reinstall the device driver, or download and install the latest version from the manufacturer’s website.

    Let us know how it goes.
     
    Aileen Alf, Nov 16, 2019
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  3. Unable to access the sound from other audio device after upgrading to Windows 10

    Hi Ali,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community, we appreciate your interest in Windows 10.

    I understand your concern about accessing the playback device after upgrading to Windows 10.

    This issue might have occurred due to change in audio settings/ corrupted or outdated drivers, we will help you with this issue.

    Step 1: I suggest you to connect the audio device to your computer and change the below settings.

    Follow the steps:

    • Right click on the sound icon at the bottom right corner of the taskbar.
    • Click on Playback devices.
    • Check if you are able to find the audio device you connected in, in the list of connected playback devices.
    • If yes, click on the icon and then click on Set default option.
    • Click on Apply and then on OK.

    Step 2: Isuggest you to update the audio drivers.

    Steps:

    • Right click on the Start button from the desktop and select
      Device Manager.
    • Expand Audio inputs and outputs, right click on
      High Definition Audio Device and click on Uninstall.
    • Restart and Windows will re-install the
      IDT High Definition Audio driver
      .
    • If it works fine otherwise try to search for the drivers with the help of model number of your computer from the Manufacturer’s website and install them.

    For further reference:Fix sound problems

    Hope this information helps. Reply to the post with an updated status of the issue to assist you further.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Nov 16, 2019
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  4. How can you change the 'number' of your audio device?

    No Audio Output Device is Installed

    Hi,

    You will need to select Windows 8 from the drop down list while installing the driver in compatibility mode.

    I would suggest you to try setting the speaker as default audio output by following the steps below and check if it helps.

    1. Right click on the sound icon on the right bottom corner of the taskbar.

    2. Select "playback devices".

    3. If "speaker" is not set as the default device, highlight it and click "set as default".

    5. Save the changes.

    Let us know the result.
     
    Wungraileng Vashi, Nov 16, 2019
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