[header] How to set up a mic in windows 8 [title] Plug in a usb microphone or headset into one of your computer's usb ports. [step] A usb port can usually be identified by its icon, which looks like a trident with an arrow, a circle, and a square. [title] Plug in a microphone with a single audio connector straight into your computer's microphone jack.
[header] How to set up a mic in windows 8 [title] Plug in a usb microphone or headset into one of your computer's usb ports. [step] A usb port can usually be identified by its icon, which looks like a trident with an arrow, a circle, and a square. [title] Plug in a microphone with a single audio connector straight into your computer's microphone jack.
[step] It should almost be the same diameter as the port of the headphones. [substeps] Use a usb audio cable to connect the audio source of your microphone to your pc's usb port. [step] The jack's connection will probably be located somewhere between the two ports, on either side of the microphone. [substeps] Refer to the next step to find where the audio jack is located. [step] A microphone input will likely have a tiny microphone etched icon next to it and/or have a light red ring around it. [title] Pay special attention to a headset with two audio connectors. [step] You will need the entire usb cable, including the power adapter, for this setup to take place. You may also need the size and shape of the microphone's head.