What exactly is "combo audio in/out" interface?

My new W530 has  "combo audio in/out".  I have not had this kind of audio/sound card interface before?
Before even trying all my stuff in it, do I understand this right? Instead of the regular green, burgundy, etc. speaker, microphone connectors, this one detects what is being attached automatically.
I use my laptop for Skype with headset, Shure music microfone for recordings with Adobe Audtition or just play music with external speakers. Is is going to detect each one, or is it going to prompt to choose what is plugged in?
When you plug in an external microphone, does it automatically bypass the built in microphone?
Thanks for your help,
Hannu

Hi hannu,
The combo audio in/out port allows you to use an input and output connection in one slot
If you have an adapter, you can use both connectors in one slot together.
Here is the User Guide for the W530 which outlines the functions of the combo audio port.
Hope this info was useful
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