Windows 10: Installed audio driver update now internal microphone not found

Installed audio driver update now internal microphone not found

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internal microphone not working since updates

Hi,

We'd like to confirm if you're still unable to utilize the internal microphone after installing the update? If yes, as an initial step to get the microphone working again, we suggest that you update the driver under
Audio Inputs and Outputs in the Device Manager. The steps on how to update the device driver on your device can be found on this
link.

We'll appreciate if you can send us an update.

 

internal microphone not working since updates

In order to effectively assist you with your concern, we'd like to confirm what are the troubleshooting steps that you've performed to resolve the microphone issue?

Since the microphone driver is up to date, we would suggest that you reinstall it to rule out issues related to corrupted driver installation after the recent the
Windows Update. To do this, follow the steps below:

• Type Device Manager in the search bar and press Enter.
• Click the drop-down arrow to expand Audio inputs and outputs.
• Right-click on the microphone driver and select Properties.
• Under the Driver tab, select Uninstall.
• Press OK.
• Restart the device to reinstall a native driver.
• Once you're done, check if the issue persists.

Let us know should you need further assistance.

 

Lenovo B40-80 internal microphone not working

Hello,

Incompatibility, a missing or corrupted audio driver may be causing the issue you are now encountering.

Method 1: Initially, let us try running the audio troubleshooter.

• Type troubleshooting in search bar and click it.
• Click on Hardware and Sound
• Click on Playing Audio and follow the instructions

Method 2: Let's adjust the volume for your microphone and check if it is set as default.

• Right-click the speaker icon which is on the right bottom corner of the desktop screen of the taskbar.
• Click on Sounds, click the
  Recording tab.
• Click Microphone, and then click
  Properties. (Note: Make sure that Working appears under Microphone. If Working does not appear, click Microphone, and then click Set Default.)
• In the Microphone Properties dialog box, click the
  Custom tab.
• Select or clear the Microphone Boost
  check box.
• Click the Levels tab.
• Adjust the volume slider to the level that you want, and then click
  OK.
• Click OK to close the Sound dialog box.

Method 3: If the issue persists, then I would also suggest that you try updating the drivers for the sound card and check if that helps.

Step 1: Follow the steps provided below to update the drivers.

• Drag the mouse to bottom left corner and right-click on the
  Start.
• Select Device Manager.
• In Device Manager, locate the device you want to update, and then double-click the device name.
• Click the Driver tab, and then click
  Update Driver and follow the instructions.

Step 2: Visit the computer manufacturer's support website and install the latest drivers available for the latest operating system.

Make sure that the Microphone is not disabled and is set as default.

Follow these steps to check this:

• Right click on the volume icon and select “Recording devices”.
• Now, right click on an empty space and select, “Show disconnected devices” and “Show disabled devices”.
• Select “Microphone” and click on “Properties” and make sure that the microphone is enabled.
• You may also check if the microphone that you are using is set as default.

Keep us updated with the status of the issue and we'll be glad to assist you further.