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02-10-2025 03:47 AM
Hi @Jbtherapy,
Welcome to the HP Support Community!
Thanks for reaching out about your query regarding Microphone!
We're thrilled to have the opportunity to assist you and provide a solution.
Since your HP 17 Laptop PC 17-cp2000 microphone recently stopped working, let’s go through some troubleshooting steps to fix it.
1. Check if the Microphone is Muted or Disabled
- Settings → System → Sound
- Under Input, select your microphone and check the volume level.
- Click Device properties and ensure Disable is not checked.
- Test the mic by speaking and checking if the input level bar moves.
2. Run Windows Troubleshooter
- Settings → System → Sound → Input → Troubleshoot
- Follow the steps and apply any recommended fixes.
3. Check Privacy Settings
- Settings → Privacy & Security → Microphone
- Ensure Microphone access is ON.
- Scroll down and check if apps like Zoom, Teams, or browsers have access.
4. Reinstall the Microphone Driver
- Press Win + X → Select Device Manager.
- Expand Audio inputs and outputs.
- Right-click on your Microphone and select Uninstall device.
- Restart your laptop → Windows should automatically reinstall the driver.
Kuroi_Kenshi
I am an HP Employee
02-10-2025 03:47 AM
5. Manually Update or Roll Back the Audio Driver
- Device Manager → Sound, video and game controllers.
- Right-click on Realtek Audio or AMD Audio, then:
- Click Update driver → Search automatically for drivers.
- If the issue started after a recent update, try Roll Back Driver (if available).
6. Test in Another App
- Try Voice Recorder or Google Meet (in browser) to see if the mic works.
- If it works in one app but not another, the issue is app-specific.
7. Check BIOS Settings
- Restart and enter BIOS (Press F10 on boot).
- Look for an Audio or Microphone setting and ensure it's enabled.
- Save changes and restart.
Let me know if you need more help
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Best regards,
Kuroi_Kenshi
I am an HP Employee