microphone is too quiet

[ppcom72l0l]

HP ENVY x360 Laptop - 15m-ee0013dx microphone is too quiet I've tried every thing online and I've asked friends and I've tried everything i can think of

[Anand_Andy]

Hi @ppcom72l0l,

Welcome to the HP Support Community

I understand you are facing an audio-related issue with your HP product. Not to worry I will help you to get a resolution to resolve the issue.

To assist better:

• Was there any recent update on the PC?
• Have you tried using any external headphones with MIC to test?
• Did you check the Mic Volume on the PC?

While you respond to that please try the below steps:

Update the BIOS, & Audio drivers:

• Here's the link to download and install the above updates: Click here

While you respond to that, here's what you need to do:

Step 1: Right-click on the Start button in the taskbar area and then click Device Manager to open the same.

Step 2: In the Device Manager, expand Sound, video, and game controllers.

Step 3: You should now see your audio driver's name. Most likely you have Realtek High Definition Audio, Right-click on it and then click Uninstall device option.

Step 4: You will now get the following confirmation dialog. Select Delete the driver software for this device checkbox and then the Yes button when you see the confirmation dialog to go ahead and uninstall the device driver.

Restart your PC once & it should auto-reinstall a working driver.

If the issue with the sound continues, The best way to resolve the issue is by using the HP Support Assistant: 

• Reference Video: How to Resolve Audio Issues Using HP Support Assistant

 Hope this helps! Keep me posted. 

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