For files last saved in Finale 2011 or earlier, the Staff Name appears in place of the missing device prior to loading sounds.
Prior to loading sounds, files last saved in Finale 2012 or later will list the VST plug-in. If a Finale file is opened on a computer lacking a device used in the document, Finale displays '(missing)' under the Device column for all instruments assigned to that device in the Score Manager after sounds have been loaded.
Noteman says: Playback sound assignments are saved with the document.
