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Windows 7 - New computer - Mic doesn't work

 
02-28-2011   #1


Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit 7600 Multiprocessor Free
 
 

New computer - Mic doesn't work

So I got a new computer but when I plug my microphone in, it doesn't pick up any sound. The headphones work perfectly but the microphone doesn't. In the control panel (recording options) it has these options:

Front Mic
VIA High Definition Audio
Not plugged in

Microphone
VIA High Definition Audio
Currently unavailable

Line In
VIA High Definition Audio
Default Device

Stereo Mix
VIA High Definition Audio
Currently Unavailable



My pc specs:


Thanks.

My System SpecsSystem Spec
02-28-2011   #2


Windows 7 x64 sp1
 
 


If this is a factory made computer I would go to the manufacturer's website and make sure there aren't driver updates for any of the audio components. Or perhaps even reinstalling the original ones may help.
My System SpecsSystem Spec
02-28-2011   #3


Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit
 
 


My System SpecsSystem Spec
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02-28-2011   #4


Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit 7600 Multiprocessor Free
 
 


Thanks, but which codecs do I download? (Step 4 after selecting all the stuff I need to)

And no its custom built.
My System SpecsSystem Spec
02-28-2011   #5


Windows 7 x64 sp1
 
 


I can't tell you that without knowing the model of the motherboard.

or you can just google it yourself, type in the mobo model and the word spec after it. You should be able to find a spec sheet for your motherboard fairly easily.
It would detail which of the audio chips you have.
My System SpecsSystem Spec
02-28-2011   #6


Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit 7600 Multiprocessor Free
 
 


Asus M4A87TD/USB3 - Specs & Reviews

I still can't work out which I need. I'm on 64 bit windows 7 as well.

Thanks.
My System SpecsSystem Spec
02-28-2011   #7


Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit
 
 


Via vt1818
My System SpecsSystem Spec
02-28-2011   #8


Windows 7 x64 sp1
 
 


VIA VT1818 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
My System SpecsSystem Spec
02-28-2011   #9


Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit 7600 Multiprocessor Free
 
 


EDIT: Nvm I got it working, thanks guys .
My System SpecsSystem Spec
02-28-2011   #10


Windows 7 x64 sp1
 
 


Could you be a bit more specific as what you are trying to use the mic for, or what recording/communication app you are trying to use it with.
My System SpecsSystem Spec
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