This article provides a comprehensive guide to resolving audio issues in Windows. The tips are listed in order, so start with the first one, see if that helps, and then continue to the next one if it doesn’t.

Download the drivers for the desired device from the device manufacturer's site. Make sure to download the correct drivers that match the version and architecture of Windows.

Windows can automatically download recommended drivers for the hardware and devices connected to a system by using Windows Update. Using the latest updated drivers makes sure all the hardware …

Select Start, type Device Manager, and then select it from the results. Expand Bluetooth to view the list of Bluetooth devices and adapters. Right-click your Bluetooth adapter, and then select Update driver. …

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If the previous troubleshooting steps do not resolve the problem and Windows is not even detecting your microphone, try reinstalling your audio drivers: Right-click the Start button and select Device …

This article covers most common issues related to Bluetooth such as Bluetooth not pairing, Bluetooth audio issues, missing Bluetooth and more, along with step-by-step troubleshooting solutions for each.

Press and hold (or right-click) the Bluetooth adapter, and then select Update driver > Search automatically for updated driver software. Follow the steps, then select Close.

After installing or updating Windows on a Mac using Boot Camp, you may notice that you no longer hear sound through the headset or internal or external speakers.

You can update DirectX by installing the service pack and update listed below. DirectX 10.1 is included in Windows Vista SP1 or later, and Windows Server SP1 or later.