Windows XP – Microphone not Working
January 31st, 2009
Today I had to fix an annoying microphone problem on my brother’s computer. He has Windows XP Professional installed and the microphone was not working – unable to use the microphone in any application. The solution to this problem is very subtle since you have to enable "MIC boost" a very hidden feature. Here is how to do it:
Open the extended Version of Volume Control (down right next to the clock, right click and select properties).
You have to see the following picture:
In Volume Control dialog:
- Ensure that Muted is checked for microphone (if not you will be able to hear yourself on the speakers when talking to the microphone)
- Then click Advanced for Microphone and select "MIC boost"
Then Close everything and now your microphone should work properly.
Sorry that the first image is in Bulgarian. I will change it as soon as possible.