Windows 10: Headset Plugged In with microphone, yet in settings it says no input device found. Help?

Hi, So I got a new PC a couple days ago, and I haven't noticed until now that the microphone doesn't work? I've tried practically everything, updating drivers, enabling devices, and even tried a different pair of headphones. But every time I plug my headphones into the headphone jack, it says there's no input device and I can't connect anything to a microphone. Mind you I'm using the steel series arctic 3 built in microphone!!!. I have realtek audio control but nothing their really even changes anything. I try to plug it into the microphone jack and it STILL DOESN'T WORK! I'm actually gonna

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I NEED HELP I HAVE A AUDIO HEADSET MEANING THAT I HAVE A MICROPHONE ON A HEADPHONE BUT IT SAYS THAT WHICH DEVICE I PLUGGED IN PLEASE SOMEONE HELP ME

Hello and welcome to Microsoft Community!

Typically, when you plug in an audio headset with a microphone, your computer or device should be able to automatically recognize it and set it up as an input device. Here are some suggestions for you to consider.



Check your device settings.

In Settings or Control Panel, find the "Sound" or "Audio" settings.

Check the list of input devices and see if you can find your headset microphone.

If it's there, make sure it's checked as the default input device.



Check the headset connection.

Make sure the headphone plug is fully inserted into the audio jack of your device.

If using a 3.5mm plug, try re-inserting it a couple of times to ensure a good connection.

If using a USB connection, make sure the drivers are installed correctly.

Also you can check the volume and mute settings: Make sure the volume of the headset microphone is not muted or turned down. Check that the volume level of the microphone is correct in the settings.



Finally you can try restarting the device: Sometimes restarting the device can solve some connection problems.

I hope these suggestions are helpful.



Best Regards!

Leo - Microsoft Community Support Specialist

 

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