Can't connect Xbox One to HP All in One Desktop

[IzzyJ]

Hi, I am trying to connect my Xbox One to my all in one desktop via the xbox's HDMI cable, but nothing is showing on the screen/monitor. I have connected the controller but can't see how to view the xbox game/use the monitor as a screen. Any advice would be gratefully received - thank you!!

[Paul_Tikkanen · Accepted solution]

Hi:

The HDMI port your PC has is one directional -- output only.

In other words, your PC can connect to a TV or monitor, and you can see what is on your PC's screen, not the other way around.

Specs on your PC's motherboard.

HP Desktop PCs - Motherboard Specifications, Morales | HP® Customer Support

Back I/O ports

• (1) RJ-45 Ethernet port
• (1) HDMI 1.4 output port
• (2) USB 2.0 Type-A ports
• (1) USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port (5 Gbps signaling rate)
• (1) Power input port

[IzzyJ]

Thank you so much Paul. That makes sense. 
is there anyway around this at all that you know of? Any other cables I can use? Or are there any other similar models of pc that I could replace this one with? 
Seems I’ve just spent £450 on a pc that I can’t use as I wanted to 😞 

thank you!! 

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome.

There would be no way that I know of for you to get your xBox to display on your PC.

If there is a way it can be done, I wouldn't have a clue how to do it.

Unfortunately, I don't know of any HP all in one PC's that offer bi-directional HDMI or come with a HDMI out port and HDMI in port.

I recommend that you start a new topic on that subject.

[IzzyJ]

Thank you so much, again very helpful! I think I’ve found a Dell All in One with both in and output HDMI ports so will investigate further…. Thanks again for you help. 
Kindest regards, Izzy 

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Anytime, Izzy.

Glad to have been of assistance, and I am happy to read you may have been able to find an AIO PC that meets your requirements.

My two main desktop PC's are Dell Optiplex business PC's.

[IzzyJ]

Thanks again Paul, I’ve just ordered the Dell making sure it has both the in and out HDMI 🙂 

Really appreciate your help. Have a great weekend. 
Izzy

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome, Izzy.

You have a great weekend too!

Cheers,

Paul