| Issue | Solution | |-------|----------| | "Failed to initialize ASIO" (Windows) | Reinstall your audio interface's native ASIO driver. Avoid ASIO4ALL if possible. | | No input levels on macOS | Check – toggle SMAART off and back on. | | License not found | Ensure your license is assigned to your account. Trial licenses activate the same way. | | Virtual driver not showing | Re-run the installer and select "Modify" → install the Rational ASIO driver. |
If you are moving from v7 or v8, ensure you have your previous license details handy to qualify for upgrade pricing.
Uncheck “Launch Smaart” if you plan to configure audio interface first.
Go to Config > Audio Device Options and ensure your interface is recognized and "Enabled."