Mic output very

Using a Sound Blaster X-fi (SB0790), I have very low Mic output. Using Ventrilo, when I try to increase the output volume a pop-up says to use the " +20db Boost" but looking in the "Sounds and Audio Devices" I do not see a way to do that, the "Advanced" setup for the mic is gryed ou.
Bottom line, its not my Mic tahts the problem, so how I get the Mic output to be stronger so that Im heard on Ventilo (or any other chat program).
Whats with this card?
Tnanks,
Macpeteo

The problem with a noisy mike isn't going to be in the software. It is a hardware problem. Possibly the wiring, grounding, shielding, cross-talk from other wires picking up interference.

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I'm beginning to think that's the case. I've put 20 hours or so in it so far. I'm gonna call service one more time. It shouldn't be this difficult. I always start by assuming it's something I did wrong but I'm about to give up.
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