Consider the following scenario:
- You use a Windows Vista-based computer that has a USB microphone device.
- You open the Sound and Multimedia tool (Mmsys.cpl).
- The computer enters sleep or hibernation.
In this scenario, when the computer resumes from sleep or from hibernation, you cannot use the USB microphone device to record audio.
Note A built-in microphone may be attached by using a USB connection internally. In this scenario, you may also experience this symptom.
To work around this problem, close the Sound and Multimedia tool, and then reopen it. The USB microphone device should function correctly.
Microsoft has confirmed that this is a problem in the Microsoft products that are listed in the "Applies to" section.