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November 12th, 2013 22:00
Headset splitter not working with Alienware X51
http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-MUYHSFMM-Headset-Splitter-Adapter/dp/B0058DOWH6/ref=pd_sim_e_4 this is the headset splitter im using, Headset splitter not working with Alienware X51. Updated realtek drivers, made sure everything is plugged in, enabled, not muted, tried front and rear jacks. Im out of options.
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Tesla1856
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November 12th, 2013 23:00
Interesting. Does any MP3 headset, ear-buds, cheap PC speaker set, etc ... work on x51?
Tesla1856
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November 12th, 2013 23:00
Since it's high-end, might be worth further troubleshooting.
Exact model and link please.
Not sure how you would use it for gaming without a mic through (unless just single-player).
Tesla1856
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November 12th, 2013 23:00
With what headset? Test this adapter and headset combo on different computer.
It's likely not working because there are a couple of different wiring specs for smartphone headsets.
It would be easier to just buy an analog PC headset.
http://www.amazon.com/Universal-Stereo-Gaming-Headset-TM-YB100A/dp/B001FY7LBQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1384323878&sr=8-1&keywords=yapster
Or, for a little more, upgrade to digital USB headset.
http://www.amazon.com/Plantronics-Noise-Canceling-Headset-GAMECOM-780/dp/B00E1JAFJC/ref=sr_1_4
anthony125
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November 12th, 2013 23:00
Thank you for the reply
I'm trying to use my Beats Studios as a gaming headset, I was told this would work; it does work my laptop. But there is something about the Alienware X51 that won't allow it to work...
anthony125
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November 13th, 2013 00:00
http://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B008EQTI4G?vs=1 that is the model, the cable has a mic. I plugged it into the headset splitter on an old hp laptop and it worked fine (the microphone and sound). However when I plug it into the Alienware x51 only the sound works but the microphone doesn't. I have updated everything I can think of. The difference in audio drivers between the HP laptop and Alienware is that Alienware uses Realtek audio, which I believe is the problem but I've checked realtek and all its settings but still no microphone.
the x51 knows there is a mic plugged in, however the volume bar does not move at all.