Error code 887c001e

Message

The system cannot read from the specified device

Description

This error can occur when you try to record what you hear with the Sound Recorder.

Solutions

On some systems it is necessary to enable Windows Sonic.

  1. Press Win+R > mmsys.cpl
    Screenshot of how to run mmsys.cpl
  2. Double-click your speakers
    Screenshot of playback device selection
  3. Go to the Spatial sound tab and enable Windows Sonic for Headphones
    Screenshot of dialog with spatial sound options

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