Windows 10: My aux port can't be used as an input, only an output

Discus and support My aux port can't be used as an input, only an output in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; I have Windows 10, Realtek Audio and a Dell Inspiron. A window used to pop up whenever I plugged something into my aux port asking if it was a mic... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by MaxCohen2, Nov 12, 2019.

  1. MaxCohen2 Win User

    My aux port can't be used as an input, only an output


    I have Windows 10, Realtek Audio and a Dell Inspiron. A window used to pop up whenever I plugged something into my aux port asking if it was a mic input, line in input, headphones or speakers. It doesn't do that anymore. How can I fix this?

    :)
     
    MaxCohen2, Nov 12, 2019
    #1
  2. EdwardDow Win User

    aux cable recognised as output instead of in.

    I have an aux cable running into the single aux jack on my laptop. It is recognised as an output, however I want it to be used as an audio input device. I can not find a way in settings to change this. I will then use the laptops built in speakers as an
    output.

    Thank you, Edward
     
    EdwardDow, Nov 12, 2019
    #2
  3. Aaron_Sum Win User
    Aux input problems.

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting to Microsoft Community.

    In order to get clarity and to assist you accordingly, please reply with the answers to the questions below.

    1. What is the make and model of your system?
    2. Which build of Windows 10 is running on your system? To check that, click on
      Start, type winver and press
      Enter.
    3. Was there any change or an update on your system, prior to which you weren’t facing this issue?
    4. Are you able to hear the audio through your external speakers?
    5. Do you receive any prompt or error message when you connect your external speakers into the auxiliary input?

    Meanwhile, I would suggest you to refer the article to

    Fix sound problems in Windows 10
    , please refer the section ‘Set default device’ and check if it is useful to you.

    Note: The steps are also applicable for connecting an audio device using Aux port.

    We await your response.

    Aaron Summith

    Microsoft Community – Moderator
     
    Aaron_Sum, Nov 12, 2019
    #3
  4. My aux port can't be used as an input, only an output

    HDMI port , is it input/output/both?

    How to tell if port on computer is input or output or both?
     
    KenBugler_889, Nov 12, 2019
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