Windows 10: Sound Option removed from Device Manager List

My PC internal speakers were not recognized after a recent update. In following the instructions in this forum, somehow I completely removed Sound from the list of Devices in the Device Manager. I have realtek audio speakers on my laptop. Please help me get these speakers working again.

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No hardware listed in Device manager?

I don't konw whathappend but in Device manager and in my Network connections there is nothing where there used to be a Modem listed and all my hardware in Device Manager. What happend and how do I fix this?

 

Bluetooth not listed in device manager

Hi Terence,



Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community. I regret the inconvenience caused to you. Let me help you.



I suggest you to perform the following troubleshooting steps and check if it helps.

Method 1:

Run the hardware troubleshooter and check the issue status.

Follow the steps:

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  Press “Windows key + W”.
  
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  Type “Troubleshooter” in the Search box and hit enter.
  
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  Select “Hardware and Sound” from the Troubleshooter Window.
  
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  Select “Hardware and Devices” under Devices option.
  
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  Follow the On Screen instructions.
  

Method 2::Compatibility mode

I would suggest you to install the latest available drivers on manufacturer's website in compatibility mode.

Follow the steps below on how to install driver in compatibility mode:

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  Download the driver from the manufacturer’s website and save it on your local disk.
  
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  Right click on the setup file of the driver and select “Properties”.
  
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  Select “Compatibility” Tab.
  
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  Place a check mark next to “Run this program in Compatibility mode” and select operating system from the drop down list.
  
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  Let the driver install and then check the functionality.
  

I hope the issue will be resolved. If you need any further assistance, please feel free to contact us again. We will be happy to assist you further.

 

WiFi and Bluetooth Options Disappeared from Device management

Hi,

Thank you for your reply.

I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps.

Step 1: Run the Network Adapter troubleshooter.

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  Press Windows key +X, select
  Control panel.
  
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  Change the view by option on the top right to
  Large icons.
  
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  Click on troubleshooting and click on the
  view all option on the left panel.
  
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  Run the Network Adapter troubleshooter.
  

Step 2: You may follow the steps and check if it helps in resolving the issue, as the device might be hidden.

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    Press Windows key + X.
    
  • 
    Click on Device Manager.
    
  • 
    Click on View.
    
  • 
    Click on Show
    Hidden Devices.
    
  • 
    Search for the Bluetooth device.
    

Keep us posted on this issue so that we can assist you better.