Testing and Configuring Your Sound Card

To ensure that you sound care will perform well during meetings, you can use the Sound Recorder to test the recording and playback capabilities of the sound card.

Testing Record and Playback Capabilities

You can use the Sound Recorder program on your computer to test your sound card's capabilities. To open the Sound Recorder, choose Start - Programs - Accessories - Entertainment - Sound Recorder.

To test your sound card:

1. Choose File - New.
2. Click the Record button (the button with the red circle).
3. Speak into your microphone to record your voice.
4. Click the Stop button.
5. Choose File - Save As, and then name and save the file.
6. To play the sound file, open the file and click the Play button.

See also:

• Why Can't Anyone Hear Me Speak?
• Why Can't I Hear Anyone Speak?