USB Headset keeps frying on my T410

Hey all, So I've tried 3 different Logitech USB headsets and all 3 have been fried by my T410 ThinkPad. When I plug them in, they'll work beautifully when I have them plugged in for the first time, but when I try again, I'll start hearing weird buzzing, popping, clicking noises in the headset then poof, they no longer work and are rendered useless. This has happened 3 times now and I think my IT folks are upset with me! Is this a known issue? The Logitech headset is pretty standard/basic headset/mic combo fare. Super annoying. I want to order my own headset and not bug IT anymore but I'm afraid whatever headset I order will meet the same fate. Help!

Have you tried deactivating the "VOIP" button in Control Panel - "Smart Audio"? I needed to make that and it works well on T410 with Intel Graphics and Logitech 960 USB headset. (But the analog headsets still all worki very poor)
Also uncheck all other "audio enhancement" buttons in "Smart Audio" or "Sound" icons.
Chris

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