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FIX: Conexant HD audio microphone driver not working
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Has your microphone stopped working after you installed the latestWindows 10build? Well, I can tell you that you are not the only user who is having an issue with the audiodriversonWindows 10.
Follow the lines below and you will be able to fix your audio microphone driver and get going with your normal daily work.
Although your Microphone is showing as a normal default operational device in the Control Panel window, unfortunately, you cannot access Cortana.
The troubleshooting steps described involving using the built-in device troubleshooter to see if there is anything wrong with the device itself, uninstalling thedriverand install it back in, and removing errors affecting the system.
The article below also covers the following topics:
How do I fix the Conexant HD audio microphone driver?
1. Make sure that the microphone is enabled
2. Download the latest audio drivers
Downloadingdriversmanually is a process that carries the risk of getting the wrongdriverinstalled, which may lead to serious malfunctions.
The safer and easier way to updatedriverson a Windows computer is by using an automatic tool.
Not only does it spare you the hassle of having to visit each manufacturer’s website and manually downloading the drivers, but by using it you also know you have the latest version as well.
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3. Launch Windows Troubleshooter
4. Change the default format of your microphone
5. Run a full system scan
Malware may cause your microphone to stop working. Perform a full system scan in order to detect and remove any malware running on your computer. You can use Windows’ built-in antivirus, Windows Defender, orthird-party antivirussolutions.
6. Update your OS
Make sure that you’re running the latest WindowsOSupdateson your machine. Microsoft constantly rolls out Windows updates in order to improve the system’s stability and fix various issues, including microphone bugs that may trigger Conexant HD Audio Microphone Driver issues.
To access the Windows Update section, you can simply type “update” in the search box. This method works on all Windows versions. Then go to Windows Update, check forupdatesand install the availableupdates.
And there it is, you now have above some easy methods that will get your Conexant HD audio microphone up and running in Windows 10.
Also, if you do run into any more issues along the way drop us a line in the comments section of the page situated below and I will help you further as soon as possible.
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
