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Discus and support When I plug in my headset, it's counted as a single device, and I have to select what I... in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; Please help me. Edit: The thing that pops up when I place something into a audio jack is called Realtek HD Audio Manager. submitted by... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/blackmansamjamSLAM, Dec 25, 2019.

  1. When I plug in my headset, it's counted as a single device, and I have to select what I...


    Please help me.

    Edit: The thing that pops up when I place something into a audio jack is called Realtek HD Audio Manager.

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    /u/blackmansamjamSLAM, Dec 25, 2019
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  2. cadaveca Win User

    Good surround sound headset

    I know you say you're not that guy, but stepping into the $250+ range really brings a change in build quality that might have you never having to buy another set. Otherwise, getting 6 speakers with decent sound in a headset is hard, and that's what you are asking for, and I have no suggestions, but just a bump up the list. *Stick Out Tongue When I plug in my headset, it's counted as a single device, and I have to select what I... :p
     
    cadaveca, Dec 25, 2019
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  3. Ma. Lau Win User
    Headset Mic "Not Plugged In"

    Hi,

    For better assistance, we would like to know more information about your concern.

    • Did you already try to plugged the headset into another port which indicating the mic and headset icon?
    • When did the issue first occur?
    • Did you already try to use another headset to other devices and check if you are encountering the same issue?
    Regards.
     
    Ma. Lau, Dec 25, 2019
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  4. When I plug in my headset, it's counted as a single device, and I have to select what I...

    Headset not working

    Hello,



    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



    For further clarity on the issue and to guide you accordingly, respond to the questions listed below:



    1. What is the make and model of the headset?
    2. What is the make and model of the PC?
    3. Have you tried using the headset in a different audio port?
    4. Have you tried using the headset on a different PC?


    As you have mentioned you have tried some steps, may I know, what are the troubleshooting steps you have tried?



    Also, if you are using a headset with built in Microphone, I suggest you to follow the steps mentioned below.



    1. Right click on the Speaker icon on the bottom right hand corner of the screen.
    2. Click on Sounds and under
      Recording
      Devices select the Microphone.
    3. Click on Properties and select
      Listen
      tab.
    4. Check the box Listen to this device.
    5. Now select the Default Playback Device under
      Playback through this device menu.
    6. Click on Apply and then OK.
    7. Click on OK.


    We await your response.



    Regards,

    Prakhar Khare

    Microsoft Community – Moderator
     
    Prakhar_Khare, Dec 25, 2019
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