Microphones are a must for any video conference, recording, or streaming activities on your computer. However, sometimes your computer may fail to detect a microphone device even when your headphones or speakers are working properly. This issue can happen to standalone microphones, but it usually occurs on a headset’s microphone.
Usually, some improper settings are responsible, which you may debug easily. However, your microphone may also be damaged in some cases, for which there’s no other choice than to replace it.
Causes for Computer Not Detecting Microphone
Here are the potential causes for your computer not detecting a microphone:
How to Fix Computer Not Detecting Microphone?
Before you begin, ensure you have the latest version of your OS build. Then, restart your PC and verify if it detects the microphone. If it doesn’t, try applying the possible solutions we have mentioned below:
Troubleshoot Hardware Issues
First, you need to perform some preliminary troubleshooting steps to determine whether the problem is with your microphone device or the system. Here’s what you need to do:
If the problem is with your device, you likely need a replacement. If the warranty still holds, try taking it to the seller and see if they can repair it.
If the mic is not working only on your system, go through the successive solutions.
Check Microphone Settings
It is possible to disable or mute a microphone from the sound settings on your computer. It’s better to check such options in case your computer is actually detecting your microphone, but you may’t use it due to the improper settings.
Here’s how you may do so:
Use Audio Device as Headset, Not Headphone
This issue can also occur if you have a Realtek audio device if the system is recognizing your headset as headphone, not a headset. You need to fix this issue from the Realtek Audio Manager or Console using the following steps:
