How to allow access to your microphone on Windows 10




 
How to allow access to your microphone on Windows 10

Date Published: Oct 22,2019 Category: Product:Web_Conferencing_Known_Issues_and_Error_Messages_Web_Conferencing; Version:Web_Conferencing   Article No.: 000053868

Product: Collaborate -Web Conferencing

Description: If you’re having audio problems in your session, the following steps may resolve the issues. By following these steps, you will allow access to your microphone.

Symptoms: User may get a "cannot connect to microphone" error message, or their microphone will not be seen when running the audio setup wizard.

 
Cause: Microphone is not allowed under their Privacy Settings
Resolution/Workaround:
  • Click the Windows Start Button  > Settings  > Privacy.
  • Select Microphone from the menu on the left then click the Change button.
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  • Set the Microphone access toggle to the On position.
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