Hi there,Go to control panel, Sounds and Audio Devices, click on the voice tab. The default microphone should display in the drop down menu. Make sure your volume is turned up all the way, and try it out. My laptop came with a microphone and I had to have the volume turned up all the way in order to record my voice.For technicians help Go Here.. http://www.iyogi.net/tech-support.htmlGood Luck!Olivia