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0xC00D36FA Error: How to Fix This Audio Issue

Restart Windows Audio service or update audio driver

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Encountering the 0xC00D36FA error code along with the error messageWecan’t find an audio playback devicecan be frustrating when trying to play audio or video files. It is a common issue that many Windows users face when using Windows Media Player.

However, there are a few possible solutions to address the 0xC00d36FA error in Windows, and we will explore them here.

What is the 0xC00D36FA error?

When you encounter the error code 0xC00D36FA while playing videos or audio files, you won’t be able to hear any sound, and there may be an issue with the audio device or driver.

Here are some common causes for the error code 0xC00D36FA:

How do I fix error code 0xC00D36FA?

Before attempting the complex solutions below, try these:

1. Enable the audio device

2. Run the Audio troubleshooter

The troubleshooter will perform diagnostics on your PC to identify the issue you are experiencing. It will also carry out both automated and manual steps to resolve the problem.

3. Restart Audio Services

4. Update sound drivers

5. Perform a system restore

If the 0xC00D36FA error remains unresolved after attempting the previous steps, you may need to considerresetting the Windows.

If you have more questions or suggestions, leave them in the comments section below.

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Loredana Harsana

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Loredana is a passionate writer with a keen interest in PC software and technology. She started off writing about mobile phones back when Samsung Galaxy S II was on top of the world and she fell in love with tech of all sorts.

Whenever she’s not at her work desk, you’ll find her enjoying refreshing tea flavors, spilling stories on paper, and listening to the radio.

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Loredana is a tech enthusiast who tackles mobility, privacy, and networking in easy-to follow guides for everyone.