How do I find the vendor ID in Device Manager?

What do you do if there is an unknown entry in Device Manager and you don't recognize it? Unknown devices won't work unless you install the driver, and you won't be able to find the driver until the device is recognized. This is where the Vendor ID in Device Manager comes in.

Device Manager is an application that lists all the devices, components, and peripherals connected to your computer, both internal and external. It also allows you to choose to perform a range of functions and find information about your device.

So, let’s understand what Vendor ID is and how to find it in Device Manager.

What is a supplier ID?

A vendor ID is an identifier assigned to a device manufacturer and is used to help track the device manufacturer for a variety of reasons, including finding related drivers.

However, using the device ID is a faster and more direct method. If you plan to find the device ID in Windows, the process is almost the same as for the vendor ID.

How do I find the vendor ID of my device?

1. Press Windows S to launch the search menu, enter Device Manager in the text field, and click on the relevant search result.
2. Find the unknown device, right-click it and select Properties.
3. Navigate to the Details tab.
4. Click the Properties drop-down menu and select Hardware ID from the list of options.
5. Now, the number next to VID or VEN is Vendor ID.
6. You can also right-click it, select Copy, and search for Vendor directly.

How to find a supplier using the supplier ID?

Locating the supplier will not be a difficult task once you have the supplier ID or the entire identification number (the string from which we extract the supplier ID). Just search for the vendor ID using a reliable search engine.

#Just check the search results and you will find a reliable website with a list of Device ID Vendor IDs. View it to identify unknown devices and then install drivers for them.

This way you can find the vendor ID in Device Manager and use it to identify the vendor and device even if the computer doesn't recognize it.

Also, learn how to check Device Manager logs in Windows 11.

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