How to mute internal mic??

I just migrated to an Intel Mac Book Pro, I now see when I'm running my audio program that the internal mic input is always on ( I'm using the built in audio till my new sound card comes.) I have the internal mic shut off on the mac why is my audio program still picking up the open mic ?

Hello thetoolwiz2,
I'd recommend resetting your computer's PRAM, as there may be an issue with its settings that is preventing you from being able to properly switch inputs.
About NVRAM and PRAM
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1379
Cheers,
Allen

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