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How to Connect a Gaming Headset to a Windows 11 Computer - Acer Community
<main> <article class="userContent"> <p>A good headset will bring your gaming experience to the next level, immersing you in the game, but getting it properly connected to your PC can sometimes be a hassle. This article will cover how to get your headset set up and working properly, and ensure it is actually connected correctly to utilize your gaming mic.</p><h2 data-id="how-to-connect-and-test-your-gaming-headset"><strong>How to connect and test your gaming headset</strong></h2><p><strong>Step 1: </strong>identify the type of connector that your headset uses from the following list, and connect it to the correct port on your computer.</p><ul><li><strong>3.5mm:</strong> Many headphones have separate 3.5mm connectors that need to be plugged into the correct ports on your computer. These will usually have a ‘Y’ connector, one plug for your audio input (mic), and one for your audio output. Connect both of these to your PC, and ensure they are connected to the correct jacks.</li><li><strong>USB:</strong> Some headphones connect via a USB cable. Simply plug this into an available USB port, and your computer should automatically detect and install any necessary drivers for your headphones.</li></ul><p><strong>Step 2: </strong>Test to make sure your headset is receiving an audio signal.</p><ol><li>Click on <strong>Start</strong> <strong>⊞</strong> and select <strong>Settings</strong>⚙.</li><li>Click on <strong>System.</strong></li><li>Click the <strong>Sound</strong> page on the right side.</li><li>Under the <strong>Output</strong> section, click the <strong>Choose where to play sound</strong> setting.</li><li>Select the headset you want to use.</li><li>Adjust the volume of the headset.</li></ol><p><strong>Step 3: </strong>Test your microphone</p><ol><li>Click on <strong>Start</strong> <strong>⊞</strong> and select <strong>Settings</strong>⚙.</li><li>Click on <strong>System.</strong></li><li>Click the <strong>Sound</strong> page on the right side.</li><li>Find the <strong>Input settings</strong> on the sound page.</li><li>You should see your mic listed in this section, click the arrow next to its name, and then click <strong>Start test</strong> and speak at a normal volume into your microphone.</li><li>You should see the <strong>mic input volume</strong> indicated by a blue slider bar.</li><li>If your volume is too low, you can manually slide the <strong>input volume</strong> bar higher.</li></ol><p><br></p> </article> </main>
