in-built microphone not detected

If your built-in microphone is not being detected on your HP Laptop 15s-fq1xxx, there are several steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue:

1. Check Device Manager: Ensure that your microphone is enabled in the Device Manager. You can access this by right-clicking on the Start button and selecting "Device Manager." Look for "Audio inputs and outputs" and check if your microphone is listed there.
2. Check Microphone Settings: Go to your sound settings by right-clicking the sound icon in the taskbar and selecting "Sounds." Under the "Recording" tab, ensure that your microphone is set as the default device and is not disabled.
3. Permissions: Make sure that the applications you are using have permission to access the microphone. You can check this in the Privacy settings under "Microphone."
4. Update Drivers: Sometimes, outdated or corrupted drivers can cause issues. You can update your audio drivers through Device Manager by right-clicking on your microphone and selecting "Update driver."
5. Check for Hardware Issues: If the microphone is still not detected, it could be a hardware issue. Try using an external microphone to see if it works. If it does, the built-in microphone may need servicing.
6. Restart Your Device: A simple restart can sometimes resolve detection issues.
7. Check for Windows Updates: Ensure your Windows is up to date, as updates can fix bugs related to hardware detection.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, you may need to consider contacting HP support for further assistance.

References:

• The speaking participant's microphone has a problem
• noMicrophoneDevicesEnumerated UFD