nvidia virtual audio device driver - NVIDIA Virtual Audio Device (WDM)

Need the nvidia virtual audio device driver to restore HDMI/DisplayPort sound or clear a Device Manager warning? You’re in the right place. This page provides a clean package, quick install steps, and fixes for common issues so you can get audio working again fast.

Driver model name: NVIDIA Virtual Audio Device (WDM) - Device type: Sound Cards

Supported operating systems: Windows 7 32-Bit, Windows 8 32-Bit, Windows 10 32-Bit, Windows 11

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Driver: nvidia virtual audio device driver

Driver model name: NVIDIA Virtual Audio Device (WDM)

Driver version: 73.3.5

Device type: Sound Cards

Supported OS: Windows 7 32-Bit, Windows 8 32-Bit, Windows 10 32-Bit, Windows 11

Date added: 2025-11-21

Note: This package targets 32‑bit Windows. If you are on 64‑bit Windows, install the matching x64 package instead.

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How to install

Troubleshooting common issues

- Device not listed: In Device Manager, View → Show hidden devices. If NVIDIA Virtual Audio Device is absent, install the nvidia virtual audio device driver via the INF method. - No HDMI/DP sound: Right‑click the speaker icon → Sound settings → Choose your display as the default output. Ensure audio over HDMI/DP is enabled in NVIDIA Control Panel. - Wrong architecture: This package is for 32‑bit Windows. Check Settings → System → About. If you run 64‑bit, download the x64 build. - Signature enforcement: On some systems, you may need to temporarily disable driver signature enforcement to install older packages. Restart → Advanced startup → Troubleshoot → Startup Settings. - Conflicts with GPU package: If you recently updated the GPU driver, perform a clean install. Use the NVIDIA installer’s Clean installation option or use DDU in Safe Mode, then reinstall the GPU driver and the audio component. - Roll back: Device Manager → NVIDIA Virtual Audio Device → Driver tab → Roll Back Driver if a recent update broke audio. - Check version: Confirm the installed version matches 73.3.5 after installation.

What is the NVIDIA Virtual Audio Device?

It’s a Windows audio driver that enables virtual routing for NVIDIA features and supports audio over HDMI/DisplayPort paths. Installing the nvidia virtual audio device driver can resolve missing playback devices and enable proper audio hand‑off to displays or capture/streaming tools.

Do I need this if I already have NVIDIA HD Audio?

They serve related but different purposes. If your display audio or certain NVIDIA features do not work, installing or updating the nvidia virtual audio device driver often helps alongside the main GPU driver.

Is this driver compatible with my system?

This package targets Windows 7 32-Bit, Windows 8 32-Bit, Windows 10 32-Bit, Windows 11. Check your system type. If you run 64‑bit Windows, install the matching x64 driver.

Where can I see the driver version after install?

Open Device Manager → Sound, video and game controllers → NVIDIA Virtual Audio Device → Driver tab. Compare with 73.3.5.

Will this fix no‑sound issues over HDMI?

In many cases, yes. After installing the nvidia virtual audio device driver, set your display as the default Playback device and reconnect the HDMI/DP cable.

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