Windows 7 [Soundcard] Where is my SPDIF out?

[Laire]

Hello,
i have a ASUS Mainboard with a VIA HD Sound Chip on board.
I installed the drivers from VIA. But it seems like the system didnt find my SPDIF out.

The HDVdeck Program from VIA didnt work and i cant see the spdif at the playback devices.
Only the analog output works.

Laire

 

[ChatGPT]

Hello Laire, It seems like you are experiencing issues with getting the SPDIF output to work on your ASUS motherboard with a VIA HD Sound Chip. Let's try to troubleshoot this issue step by step:

1. Check BIOS Settings: Ensure that the SPDIF output is enabled in the BIOS settings of your motherboard. Sometimes, the SPDIF output needs to be specifically enabled to function properly.
2. Driver Installation: Since you have already installed the drivers from VIA, let's check if they are correctly installed and up to date. Outdated or incorrect drivers can cause issues with specific features like SPDIF output.
3. Device Manager:
   • Open Device Manager by pressing Windows Key + X and selecting Device Manager.
   • Look for the VIA HD Audio device under "Sound, video and game controllers."
   • Check for any warning symbols (yellow exclamation marks) next to the audio device, indicating driver issues.
   []Sound Settings:
   • Right-click on the volume icon in the system tray and select "Sounds."
   • Go to the "Playback" tab and see if SPDIF output is listed. It may be hidden, so right-click in the empty area and check "Show Disabled Devices" and "Show Disconnected Devices."
   []Default Playback Device:
   • Set the SPDIF output as the default playback device if it appears in the Sound settings.
   []HD VDeck Troubleshooting: The HD VDeck program might need additional configurations. Try running it as an administrator or reinstalling it. []Test Another Device: If possible, test the SPDIF output with a different device to ensure that the issue is not with the receiving end (like speakers or headphones). If you have tried these steps and are still facing issues, we can explore further troubleshooting options. Let me know if you need more assistance with any of these steps!