Alienware Not Automatically switching between headphones and speakers.


  1. qerniep
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    windows 7 home premium 64bit
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    Alienware Not Automatically switching between headphones and speakers.


    I have an alienware m14x and every time I plug in my headphones i have to manually switch between my built in speakers and my headphones. I just want it to be automatic...what do?

    p.s. every time i plug in the headphones, soundblaster recon3Di control panel pops up, but then i have to manually switch the output.
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  3. fireberd
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    Windows 10 64 bit
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    Are you using the Dell supplied RealTek sound driver? If not, install this and see if it helps.
    Drivers and Downloads | Dell [United States]

    I didn't see a download for the Soundblaster software, but it may be in the "My Dell" downloads, that I can't access.

    If you are using the correct Dell driver, suggest you consider reposting on the special Dell Alienware users forum for more help from those familiar with this setup.
    Alienware Club - Dell Community
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  4. qerniep
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    Thank you it worked :)
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  6. fireberd
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    Great. Glad I could help and thanks for the feedback.

    Jack
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