0x046B

0x046B is a 16‑bit hexadecimal number that is used in several computing contexts to identify devices, errors, or software components. In the Universal Serial Bus (USB) specification it appears as a vendor identifier in certain public registries; examples include its use by some Windows firmware and embedded devices. As a numeric code in operating‑system APIs, 0x046B can be encountered as an error or status value returned by driver functions, often indicating a non‑fatal or informational condition rather than a critical failure. In the domain of firmware, the value is sometimes embedded in device configuration tables to signal a particular hardware revision.

Because the USB and operating‑system registries are maintained by different organizations, the same numeric constant may refer to distinct entities in separate contexts. For instance, what is listed as vendor identifier 0x046B in one registry may be associated with a different manufacturer than the one appearing in another. Accordingly, developers frequently consult multiple reference sources when interpreting this code. The hexadecimal notation is preferred in technical documentation because it aligns with binary machine‑level representations and is more compact than decimal equivalents. When the value 0x046B is printed in log files or diagnostic tools, it is usually accompanied by descriptive text that clarifies its specific meaning in that situation.