Mic doesn't work in TF2

[nosebleedXD]

when i run TF2, and i try to talk in game, it does not work

when i go to options and test my mic, it can not read any sound apparently

aside from that, my mic doesn't work in vent either, so no one can hear me

when i minimize or close the game, then my mic starts working in ventrilo

also, i have tested other games such as warcraft 3, wow, cs and my mic worked fine in game and on vent

so i was wondering what is wrong with this, cause it seems its only me having this problem

 

[mailpup]

See if updating the sound card driver helps.

 

[nosebleedXD]

alright thanks man ill try that

 

[LookinAround]

Are you running Vista by chance?

There can also be an issue with Sound/Mic properties where you need to Not Allow Exclusive Use of the mic. If allowed, one app can lock out other apps