Product ID: ICUSBAUDIO
This USB to Stereo Audio Adapter lets you add a headset and microphone to your computer without the need to unplug other devices.
Compliant with USB 2.0 and USB audio device specification 1.0, this USB to audio adapter couldn't be any simpler to install.
It's compatible with most Windows and Mac operating systems, and easily integrates into virtually any computer environment, providing superb sound quality and convenience.
Note: The ICUSBAUDIO supports mono, and not stereo microphone input.
Warranty Information | Warranty | 2 Years |
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Connector(s) | 1 - Connector Type(s) | USB Type-A (4 pin) USB 2.0 |
2 - Connector Type(s) | 3.5 mm Mini-Jack (3 Position) | |
Hardware | Chipset ID | C-Media - CM108AH |
Packaging Information | Package Height | 32 mm [1.3 in] |
Package Length | 17.1 cm [6.7 in] | |
Shipping (Package) Weight | 94 g [3.3 oz] | |
Package Width | 14.3 cm [5.6 in] | |
Physical Characteristics | Weight of Product | 14 g [0.5 oz] |
Color | White | |
Material | Plastic | |
Product Length | 62 mm [2.4 in] | |
Product Width | 27 mm [1.1 in] | |
Product Height | 12 mm [0.5 in] | |
Software | OS Compatibility | Windows® 2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 Windows Server® 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019 macOS 10.6 to 10.15, 11.0 Linux 3.5 to 4.11.x LTS Versions Only |
Special Notes / Requirements | Note | The ICUSBAUDIO supports mono, and not stereo microphone input |
What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | USB to Audio Adapter |
9in USB Extension Cable | ||
Driver CD | ||
Instruction Manual |
Add 4 USB 2.0 ports to a computer through a PCI slot
Add 5 USB 2.0 ports to any desktop computer with a PCI slot
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Live Chat (opens in new window)Before you install the device, make sure that your operating system is current (for example, the most recent service pack is installed).
Note: Windows usually saves the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Users\your_name\Downloads).
Note: If the Run as Administrator option is not available, you might be trying to run the installer from within the zipped file. Complete the instructions in step 2 to extract the files.
Your computer automatically finishes installing the driver and your device should be ready to use.
Before you install the device, make sure that your operating system is current (for example, the most recent service pack is installed).
Note: Windows usually saves the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Documents and Settings\your_name\My Documents\Downloads).
Your computer automatically finishes installing the driver and your device should be ready to use.
If the USB device does not work after your computer has been in extended hibernation, it is likely that Windows has automatically turned off the USB Root hub to save power.
The steps below outline how to configure the USB root hub to stay on during hibernation, to prevent this from happening.
Windows 10 / 8
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows 7 / Vista
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows XP
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
When you troubleshoot issues with a sound card, there are some quick tests that you can complete to rule out potential problems. You can test to make sure that the following components are working correctly and are not the source of the issue:
Stereo audio cables
Speakers or headsets
Sound card
To test your setup components, try the following:
Use the stereo audio cables, speakers or headsets, and sound card in another setup to see if the problem is with the components or the setup.
Use a different set of stereo audio cables, speakers or headphones, and sound card in your setup to see if the problem persists. Ideally, you should test a component that you know works in another setup.
When you test your cables, it is recommended that you do the following:
Test each cable individually.
Use short cables when you are testing.
When you test the speakers or headsets and sound card, it is recommended that you do the following:
Press the Windows key + R, type devmgmt.msc, and press Enter to open Device Manager. Check to see if your device is listed under Sound, video and game.
If you do not see the sound card in Device Manager please see this FAQ for PCI/PCIe expansion cards: https://www.startech.com/support/faqs/technical-support?topic=expansion-cards#pci-pcie-cannot-boot-os-or-detect-windows
or this FAQ for USB devices: https://www.startech.com/support/faqs/technical-support?topic=expansion-cards#usb-cannot-detect-windows.
If the device is listed with an error, follow the instructions on the website to reinstall the drivers.
Make sure that the default playback device in Sound is the sound card that you installed.
To check the default playback device on a computer that is running a version of Windows XP, do the following:
To check the default playback device on a computer that is running a version of Windows Vista or Windows 7, do the following:
To check the default playback device on a computer that is running a version of Windows 8, do the following:
To confirm that Windows detects your USB device, complete the following:
Your USB device is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your USB device, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
To confirm that the Mac OS detects your USB device, complete the following:
You may need to refresh the System Information page after you plug in your device. To do so, press Command + R with the System Information page open.
Your USB device is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your USB device, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
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