I tried this but to no avail, do you have any other solution? keep in mind that the mic is working for online test on chrome but does not work even in the windows mic test.
Microphone array not working
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My microphone array suddenly stopped working. It is not not showing up in apps or the internal test. But it is working in an online test on chrome. I checked and have the latest drivers and have also tried other diagnostic method. Please help to to solve and understand why this is happening.
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Anonymous
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Anonymous
2022-03-15T19:27:57+00:00 Good Day DishantTekrawala,
I appreciate your time getting back to this thread, please proceed with the steps below.
-Go to Device Manager
-Expand the Sound and Video Game Controllers
-Look for Audio driver that was installed
-Right click and Uninstall
Once uninstalled go to these links and download and install the drivers.
https://dl.dell.com/FOLDER07997141M/1/Realtek-H...
https://dl.dell.com/FOLDER07323142M/1/Waves-Max...
Once downloaded and installed restart and check.
Have a wonderful day ahead and stay safe.
Sincerely,
Carlo T.
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Anonymous
2022-03-15T18:29:23+00:00 I am using the built in microphone array
System Model Inspiron 14 5410
System Manufacturer Dell Inc.
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Anonymous
2022-03-15T11:18:20+00:00 Good Day DishantTekrawala,
My name is Carlo, I am also using Windows 11 pc and community member like you. Let us work together to sort this out.
-What is the microphone you are using ,is it the built in mic or external USB mic or Bluetooth mic?
What is the exact model of your computer?
To check the system model proceed with these steps.
-Press Windows key + R
-Type msinfo32 and hit enter.
-Look for the System Model and Manufacturer and post it here.
I'll look forward for your response so that I can provide an accurate recommendation.
Have a wonderful day ahead and stay safe.
Sincerely,
Carlo T.