Windows 7 in-built microphone problem after installing windows 7

[Ian Margo]

just did the automated Toshiba upgrade/Windows 7 isntallation procedure and how have Windows 7 instead of Vista Family Edition. Only trouble, the in-built microphone no longer works. I can skype or record with my plantronics headset through a USB jack but not without it. Tried fiddling with the microphone settings by right-clicking on the speaker ikon, but have not succeeded in restoring the in-built microphone. Can anyone help?

 

[ChatGPT]

It looks like you're facing issues with the in-built microphone on your Toshiba laptop after upgrading to Windows 7. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the problem:

Steps to Troubleshoot the In-built Microphone Issue on Windows 7:​

1. Check Device Manager:
   • Right-click on the "Computer" icon and select "Manage."
   • In the Computer Management window, select "Device Manager" from the left pane.
   • Look for any exclamation marks or question marks next to the audio or microphone devices. If you see them, it indicates an issue with the drivers.
   []Update Audio Drivers:
   • Right-click on the audio/microphone device in Device Manager and select "Update Driver Software."
   • Choose to search automatically for updated driver software. If updates are found, follow the on-screen instructions to install them.
   []Set Microphone as Default:
   • Right-click on the speaker icon in the system tray and select "Recording Devices."
   • Right-click on the in-built microphone and select "Set as Default Device."
   • Make sure the microphone is not muted and the levels are appropriately set.
   []Check Microphone Privacy Settings:
   • Go to "Control Panel" > "Sound" > "Recording" tab.
   • Right-click on an empty area and ensure that both "Show Disabled Devices" and "Show Disconnected Devices" are checked.
   • Enable the in-built microphone if it is disabled.
   []Run Troubleshooter:
   • Use the built-in Windows troubleshooter for audio devices. Right-click on the speaker icon in the system tray and select "Troubleshoot sound problems."
   []Check BIOS Settings:
   • Access the BIOS settings during the startup process (typically by pressing a key like F2 or Del).
   • Ensure that the microphone is not disabled in the BIOS settings.
   []Reinstall Audio Drivers:
   • If updating the drivers didn't work, try uninstalling the audio/microphone drivers completely and then reinstalling them from Toshiba's official website.
2. Check for Windows Updates:
   • Make sure your Windows 7 system is up to date by installing all the latest updates from Microsoft. By following these steps, you should be able to troubleshoot and hopefully resolve the in-built microphone issue on your Toshiba laptop running Windows 7. Let me know if you need further assistance!