Hi GeraldParkhurst,

Thank you for your response.

If this issue is started after the update, I would suggest you to do a system restore and check. Restore points are generated when you install a new app, driver, or Windows update, and when you create a restore point manually.

Note: Restoring your PC won’t affect your personal files, but it will remove apps, drivers, and updates installed after the restore point was made.

  1. Press Windows key and R keytogether at the keyboard.
  2. In Run dialog box, type: rstrui and hit enter.
  3. Click next on the ‘System restore’ window and select the restore point.
  4. Click on Scan for affected programs. This will show up all the affected programs and the drivers.
  5. Click next and proceed further with the instructions.

If you’re not seeing any restore points, it might be because system protection isn’t turned on. To check, go to the Control Panel, search for Recovery, and then select Recovery > Configure System Restore > Configure and make sure Turn on system protection is selected.

Hope it helps.

Roohi Taj S

Microsoft Community - Moderator

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reddit.com › r/techsupport › gpu sends hdmi signal, but doesn't show up in device manager
r/techsupport on Reddit: GPU sends HDMI Signal, but doesn't show up in Device Manager
January 2, 2025 -

Just what the title says, I have my HDMI plugged into my GPU and I get a signal to my monitor, but it doesn't show in the device manager (even with hidden items shown), and the computer runs like it's using an iGPU.

GPU is Intel Arc A580
Motherboard is Asus B550 Plus AC-HES
OS is Windows 21H2 (not activated yet)
I have enabled Resizable BAR

Can anyone help?

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Windows 10 Forums
tenforums.com › graphic-cards › 43862-where-hdmi-port-control-panel.html
Where is the HDMI port in the Control Panel? - Windows 10 Help Forums
March 12, 2016 - The HDMI port (video portion) is just part of the Display Adapter driver. You won't see it separately in Device Manager. Usually part of the display adapter drivers is the driver for HDMI audio and that will show up, in Sound, Video and Game Controllers and in the Sound control panel.
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reddit.com › r/windowshelp › hdmi isnt showing up in device manager
r/WindowsHelp on Reddit: HDMI isnt showing up in device manager
June 3, 2024 -

HP Pavillion (bought around 2017)
PC runs windows 10. Version 10.0.19045 Build 19045 .
Nvidea GeForce GTX 960M .
Intel i7-6700HQ

Suddenly whenever i plug in a cable into the HDMI port of my laptop (HP Pavilion , Bought around early 2017) it doesnt show on the display i connect it to.

Basically i connect it to my TV HDMI port and it isnt showing up(Clicked the duplicate, even tried second screen only, nothing worked)

i checked my PC device manager and HDMI wasnt there , i checked under display adapters and it wasnt there

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reddit.com › r/windowshelp › hdmi connector is missing from the device manager, while it's physically present
r/WindowsHelp on Reddit: Hdmi connector is missing from the device manager, while it's physically present
June 16, 2025 -

Hi there.

I have an Asus expertbook p1503 cva, that doesn't detect it's HDMI port (It doesn't show up in the device manager at all.)

We are trying to connect to it a secondary monitor, but even though the monitor itself detect that the cable was plugged in, it doesn't show any image. We've been through the basic troubleshooting (display settings, detecting the monitor, etc, everything We've found online, including updating and reinstalling the driver) but so far nothing worked.

I've found out that the HDMI port is completely missing from the device manager, as if it was manually removed, or cannot be detected.

Assuming there weren't any physical damage, how can I solve this situation?

Os: win 11 24h2 (26100.4351) The machine itself is barely used, nothing critical was installed on it. Driver: factory included Intel UHD graphics (I can't determine the chipset version without taking the laptop apart, and I want to avoid that.)

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HDMI Port Not Working: Expert Solutions & Troubleshooting
If the HDMI port isn’t recognized, first check Device Manager for hardware detection. Update or reinstall the graphics driver to resolve driver conflicts. Inspect the HDMI port physically for dust or damage.
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Windows Report
windowsreport.com › fix › peripherals › hdmi port not working
HDMI Port is not Working on PC: 7 Ways to Fix it
October 6, 2025 - First, the HDMI port will not work on your monitor if your HDMI device is not set as the default device. 1. Click the search bar on your taskbar, type Device Manager, and select the Device Manager app.
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HP Support Community
h30434.www3.hp.com › t5 › Notebook-Video-Display-and-Touch › HDMI-Port-Not-Working-After-Windows-11-installation › td-p › 9210217
Solved: HDMI Port Not Working After Windows 11 installation - HP Support Community - 9210217
October 17, 2024 - ... Sometimes, a clean installation can cause system configuration issues. You might want to check for any hidden devices in Device Manager. In Device Manager, click "View" and select "Show hidden devices" to see if the HDMI output appears.
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MiniTool
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Digital Output Device (HDMI) Missing Windows 10? Easily Fix It! - MiniTool
June 22, 2021 - In most cases, installing an up-to-date graphics card driver is a straightforward way to fix the issue of HDMI not showing in playback devices. ... 1. Open Device Manager by right-clicking the Windows 10 icon and choosing this feature from the ...
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PC Risk
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How to Fix HDMI Output Problems? - Computer technician blog
February 12, 2018 - In the Sound window, select the digital output device or HDMI device, and then select "Set Default". The HDMI sound device will now be set as a default output source. Ensure that the "Show disconnected devices" option is enabled and see all devices connected to your computer.
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Finance
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Unveiling the Mystery: Where to Find HDMI Ports in Device Manager
March 11, 2025 - Test the HDMI port with another device to determine if the issue lies with the port or the original device. Outdated or corrupted drivers can lead to HDMI connectivity issues. To update your drivers: In Device Manager, right-click on your HDMI device. Select Update driver. Choose Search automatically for updated driver software. Sometimes, your computer may not automatically detect the connected HDMI device.
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HP Support Community
h30434.www3.hp.com › t5 › Desktop-Operating-Systems-and-Recovery › Accidentally-disabled-HDMI-spot-in-device-manager-under › td-p › 8374458
Solved: Accidentally disabled HDMI spot in device manager under Disp... - HP Support Community - 8374458
May 12, 2022 - So I went into device manager, under Display Adapters, right clicked and renabled the HDMI adapter (which was the only thing under Display Adapters for me) I will try this again in the morning so I can get the exact amount of times you need to hit tab so I will edit this in the morning ... Ok, I'm not a facebook user so I don't understand everything...
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Windows Report
windowsreport.com › fix › windows 10 › errors › hdmi doesn't show in playback devices
FIX: HDMI Isn't Showing in Playback Devices on Windows 10/11
October 11, 2025 - Select the available driver and click Next. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the process. According to users, if HDMI is not showing up in playback devices, the problem might be related to the drivers.
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SmartTechSavvy
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Uncovering the Mystery of HDMI in Device Manager: A Comprehensive Guide - SmartTechSavvy
August 19, 2025 - Now that we’ve explored the possible ... HDMI device is properly connected to the computer. Try the following: Verify that the HDMI cable is securely connected to both the computer and the display device. Try using a different HDMI port on the computer or display devic...
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Guru99
guru99.com › home › networking › how to fix hdmi port connection (tv, windows)
How to Fix HDMI Port Connection (TV, Windows)
June 27, 2024 - Step 4) When the uninstallation is complete, click the “Scan for Hardware Changes” option located on the Device Manager’s top bar. Step 5) When the process is completed, reboot your system. The hardware changes will detect the display connected by HDMI cable. It automatically installs the HDMI drivers as standalone or according to Windows update. Therefore it is advisable to allow Windows to auto-install the drivers for your HDMI connected display because manual installation can cause issues if not done right.
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Appuals
appuals.com › home › microsoft windows › windows audio
Fix: HDMI not Showing up in Playback Devices
March 10, 2023 - Ok, I had this problem and I solved it quite easily. 1, Go into Control Panel, then Device Manager. 2, Right click, Audio Inputs & Outputs, then Scan for hardware changes. This worked for me, I imagine restarting the computer might also work.
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Asurion
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HDMI port not working on your laptop? How to fix it | Asurion
May 5, 2026 - Asurion Experts explain what to do if the HDMI port on your laptop suddenly stops working.
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Tom's Guide
forums.tomsguide.com › home › laptops › laptop tech support
Missing HDMI driver? | Tom's Guide Forum
March 5, 2014 - There is no such thing as an HDMI driver, but you do need the proper graphics card driver. So let's check that: 1. Open device manager (windows button, type device manager, enter); 2. Expand "Display Adapters"; 3. There should be at least one entry and, hopefully, it doesn't have a yellow warning sign.