Mic not being found on windows 10

[RiverO]

Hello, I just built my first gaming pc 3 weeks ago, on my motherboard there are 6 different places to put a audio jack into. 1 of them makes my mic work, but not my earbuds, the other makes my earbuds work but not my mic. The other 4 dont do anything.  I am using a bose set of earbuds, but I have tried multiple headphones and none of them work. I dont remember installing any audio drivers, but I think that there all up to date. I would really apprichiate it if you guys could help me. Keep in mind im really new to pc's so I wont know any fancy words ;). Thanks

[iRileyx]

You just need a splitter cable. 

 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B078SVBH7P/ref=asc_df_B078SVBH7P53927289/?tag=googshopuk-21&creative=22146&creativeASIN=B078SVBH7P&linkCode=df0&hvadid=218843350928&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4517588151645590363&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9046531&hvtargid=pla-419977533742

[FastRDust]

Hi RiverO,

 

if you have 5 inputs that means that they are used seperately.

there each have their own output/ input.

 

your Bose ear buds have a combined audio jack, this means that you probably have 3 rings on the jack itself separating the different channels.

your pc does not know that this is the case and isn't hardwired to handle such type of connections.

that is why it word in 1 port but not the other.

 

I have two questions, do you have the specific type of earbuds, and does the mic work on Android or IOS?

( this is a difference in wiring and determens what kind of splitter you can use to fix your this problem)

[RiverO]

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[RiverO]

8 minutes ago, FastRDust said:

Hi RiverO,

 

if you have 5 inputs that means that they are used seperately.

there each have their own output/ input.

 

your Bose ear buds have a combined audio jack, this means that you probably have 3 rings on the jack itself separating the different channels.

your pc does not know that this is the case and isn't hardwired to handle such type of connections.

that is why it word in 1 port but not the other.

 

I have two questions, do you have the specific type of earbuds, and does the mic work on Android or IOS?

( this is a difference in wiring and determens what kind of splitter you can use to fix your this problem)

Thank you so much! Yes it does it have 3 rings around the jack. My headphones are https://www.bose.com/en_us/products/headphones/earphones/soundsport-in-ear-headphones-apple-devices.html#v=soundsport_ie_headphones_ii_apple_charcoal and they I know they work for my apple phone, but I dont know if the mic works.

[FastRDust]

1 minute ago, RiverO said:

Thank you so much! Yes it does it have 3 rings around the jack. My headphones are https://www.bose.com/en_us/products/headphones/earphones/soundsport-in-ear-headphones-apple-devices.html#v=soundsport_ie_headphones_ii_apple_charcoal and they I know they work for my apple phone, but I dont know if the mic works.

Okay i know that the mic works because you have gotten it to work on one of the ports.

now here comes the tricky part:

 

you'll have to look for a CTIA splitter, one that has 2 jack male and 1 female.

the CTIA is the standard used by apple.

 

https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwis8Jqp9ZvcAhVSLFAKHax1DSsQjhx6BAgBEAM&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FMillSO-3-5mm-Jack-Adapter-CTIA%2Fdp%2FB071NDLCGC&psig=AOvVaw0EfbsfJHH9xF_5RpW_p4Py&ust=1531565782314592

 

I hope this helps

[RiverO]

4 minutes ago, FastRDust said:

Okay i know that the mic works because you have gotten it to work on one of the ports.

now here comes the tricky part:

 

you'll have to look for a CTIA splitter, one that has 2 jack male and 1 female.

the CTIA is the standard used by apple.

 

https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwis8Jqp9ZvcAhVSLFAKHax1DSsQjhx6BAgBEAM&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FMillSO-3-5mm-Jack-Adapter-CTIA%2Fdp%2FB071NDLCGC&psig=AOvVaw0EfbsfJHH9xF_5RpW_p4Py&ust=1531565782314592

 

I hope this helps

So I should just buy whats on that link? Should I buy the 1T2-20 one? Or which one of the 6 should I buy. Thanks for the help, means alot

[RiverO]

7 minutes ago, FastRDust said:

Okay i know that the mic works because you have gotten it to work on one of the ports.

now here comes the tricky part:

 

you'll have to look for a CTIA splitter, one that has 2 jack male and 1 female.

the CTIA is the standard used by apple.

 

https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwis8Jqp9ZvcAhVSLFAKHax1DSsQjhx6BAgBEAM&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FMillSO-3-5mm-Jack-Adapter-CTIA%2Fdp%2FB071NDLCGC&psig=AOvVaw0EfbsfJHH9xF_5RpW_p4Py&ust=1531565782314592

 

I hope this helps

Also, sorry last question. Currently I use a audio jack extender because my normal headphones can not reach my ports. Would I still be able to use my audio jack extender when buy this splitter?

[FastRDust]

5 minutes ago, RiverO said:

Also, sorry last question. Currently I use a audio jack extender because my normal headphones can not reach my ports. Would I still be able to use my audio jack extender when buy this splitter?

Depends on the extender, does it also have 3 rings?

[RiverO]

No, it has 2. If thats going to be a problem I can always buy another extender. I just really want my headphones and mic to work

[FastRDust]

If it only has 2 rings that means it extends only 2 channels. Probably left and right audio so no line for the mic.

[RiverO]

Ok, so what should I buy if I wanted a line for a mic? Im really new so I would have no clue which ones to buy. If you could tell me a extender and splitter that would be appreciated. Or just tell me what to look for

[FastRDust]

You can get an extender and a splitter seperately but i would look for a longer splitter.

 

One that has more cable. Because more extentions means more resistance in the cable.

 

Simple version: the sound quality could become less.

 

How far do you have to extend it?

The splitter i linked has 12 feet (30cm) of cable length and that combined with the cable length of your earbuds should be a reasonable lenght

[RiverO]

That is defiantly enough lmao.. The link you gave me has 6 different extenders, which one should I buy? I just dont want to byaccidnelty buy the wrong one

[RiverO]

3.5mm Audio Jack Y Cable Adapter -MillSO 1 x 3.5mm Female to 2 x 3.5mm Male for PC, PS4 Gaming Headset - 3.3ft/100CM Black

is this one ok? cause id like one a little longer than 12 inches

 

[FastRDust]

2 minutes ago, RiverO said:

3.5mm Audio Jack Y Cable Adapter -MillSO 1 x 3.5mm Female to 2 x 3.5mm Male for PC, PS4 Gaming Headset - 3.3ft/100CM Black

is this one ok? cause id like one a little longer than 12 inches

 

The PS4 uses the same connection as apple so that one should be okay.

(i have used apple earbuds on the ps4)

[RiverO]

Thank you!

[FastRDust]

4 minutes ago, RiverO said:

Thank you!

Your welcome!

[RiverO]

13 minutes ago, FastRDust said:

Your welcome!

Hey, dont take offence to this but i think im going to make another post asking if the splitter would work for apple devices. I just want to make sure and get a 2nd opinion.

[FastRDust]

1 minute ago, RiverO said:

Hey, dont take offence to this but i think im going to make another post asking if the splitter would work for apple devices. I just want to make sure and get a 2nd opinion.

Always do!

beter be safe than sorry, but please let me know if i have made an error