How to fix "No audio output device installed" error

Audio output devices are essential for listening to sounds through the computer. However, if the system displays an error message and there is no sound, you can ask how to resolve the error " No audio output device installed "? In this article, you will find the way to correct this failure.

How do I resolve the "No audio output device installed" error?

On some occasions the operating system cannot identify the audio device we have connected and for this reason an error message is issued so that we can proceed to search for a workable solution .

What is an audio device?

An audio device is an essential component for the audio output of a computer. The sound card often functions as an audio device and allows the computer to reproduce the sound .

Why does the message “No audio output device installed” appear?

If you are getting this error on your computer, it is likely that the audio device is disabled. In this case, it is a good idea to check the status of the audio driver to confirm whether the activation should actually be performed.

Additionally, the device may not function properly. This error also usually appears when the computer requests an additional requirement to produce the audio output. (a sound card driver) or when there is a problem with the audio setup due to poor connection or hardware failure.

Solution to "No audio output device installed" error in Windows 10

It is recommended that you use the automatic troubleshooting mode for Windows; that way you could find the error and fix the error automatically. In the taskbar notification area, you will see the icon "Speakers", make a right click on it then on the option "Solve sound problems".

Then you select the device and the "Next" button to perform the repair. If the operating system provides a recommended action, you must select the option "Apply this fix" . Later, check if the problem can be fixed with the tool.

Check the audio driver

If you know what pilots are and how they work , you will surely understand their importance for the operation of a device . For this reason, the lack of a suitable audio driver may prevent its detection.

If the error persists, check the device status as an outdated audio driver can cause system crashes. To do this, go to the start menu and type in "Device Manager". There, select the option « Controllers sound, video et Game".

Then choose the audio device and select "Update Driver". Click on "Automatically search for updated driver software." In this way, the system will take care of finding and installing the driver if it is available in Windows 10.

You can also consult our guide for put à update your pc's drivers , so that you have all the drivers in perfect working order, including the audio.

Reinstall the existing driver

If the system does not find an available driver, right click on the audio device and choose the “Uninstall” option. A window will open for you to select "Remove the driver software for this device" , then click “Uninstall”.

Sound test

With the sound test, you will know if the audio problem can be fixed. Right click on the "Speakers" icon and select the option "Reading devices" . If your audio device (speakers) does not appear, reconnect them and look for the “Sounds” tab. Choose one of the "System events" and press the button. "Test" .

If the system does not detect the audio device or if the error message persists , check the settings of the playback device.

Check the settings of the playback device

On the icon " Loudspeakers ", Right-click and select" Playback devices ". Then verify that the audio device is in the list. If so, right-click on it and select the “Set as Default Device” option. Then check if the audio is working properly.

Finally, if the audio output problem persists, we recommend that you restore the system so that the equipment returns to a previous state while the sound was not yet defective . 

It is very possible that in order to complete the action and restore the system to a previous state, you will need to activate Windows 10 recovery environment . By performing this action, you can revert your computer to a previous state, where the audio was working properly.