Audio issues on your PC can be incredibly frustrating, especially when you're trying to watch a video, attend a meeting, or listen to music. Fortunately, most sound problems can be fixed by …

In Input, ensure your microphone is selected under Choose your input device, then select Device Properties. On the Levels tab of the Microphone Properties window, adjust the Microphone …

Select Start > Settings > System > Sound. In Input, select the microphone that you want to test. In Input settings, look at Input volume while speaking into the microphone. If the bar moves while …

Troubleshoot Surface sound and audio accessories. Find solutions if your Surface speakers aren't working or you're experiencing built-in speaker issues.

If the manufacturer located the setting here, uncheck the box to disable audio enhancements. If you have more than one audio input device, repeat these steps for each device and then test …

On the Output tab, make sure that the correct device for sound output is selected. Also make sure that the volume levels are not too low and that the Mute check box is cleared.

Open Lync, and, in the lower-left corner of the Lync main window, click the audio device menu, and then select the audio device you would like to use for your Lync calls.

Here’s how to reset the speaker, microphone, and ringer volume for any compatible audio devices that are built into your computer or connected to your computer:

Select Start > Settings > System > Sound. In Input, select the microphone that you want to test. In Input settings, look at Input volume while speaking into the microphone. If the bar moves while …

Surface comes with built-in stereo speakers, mics, and a headset jack to provide great sound for videos, calls, and music. Learn how to adjust the volume and add audio accessories.