23-05-2021

Xbox One Wireless Controller Driver Pc

Today I got a wireless Xbox One controller for PC and I cannot manage to set up the wireless connection, although it does work via USB.

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Firstly I downloaded the drivers for the controller and the wireless adaptor manually. Then uninstalled these and let Windows download them manually.
The problem is that my PC simply is not detecting the controller when connected wirelessly. The steps I am doing are these precisely:
- I turn on the controller pressing the Xbox button which starts blinking slowly
- then I turn on the wireless option in the controlling by pressing the wireless button for about 3 seconds and the LED starts blinking rapidly
- then I plug in the adaptor and turn it in by pressing the wireless button for about 3 seconds and it starts blinking slowly, more or less at the same rate than the controller LED
One- then I press the Xbox controller button several times until both controller and adaptor LEDs stop blinking, which I assume mean the wireless connection has been established (I have never had an Xbox so I don't know if this is it for sure)
However the PC doesn't detect any new device at all. The controller is not listed by the Device Manager nor it's listed when running joy.cpl either. So it seems like the connection happens but the PC doesn't detect the controller. After a brief instant the device connection seems to be lost because the controller LED starts blinking again, although the adaptor stays on and not blinking.
I think it's worth mentioning that when both LEDs stop blinking and stay lit at the same time the Device Manager list flashes and refreshes as if a new device was connected, however no new device is listed nor no Windows popup window lets you know you have connected the controller. This flash and refresh effect also happens when the controller 'disconnects' from the adaptor (when the controller LED goes back at blinking slowly again).
edit: I am going to add some more information after sizzling suggested reinstalling the wireless adapter driver. This is what happened, quoting myself:
The driver automatic instalation failed but it doesn't say why. In the Device Manager the adapter is listed under Network Adapters named Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows #4 and it shows up with a yellow warning icon. Upon inspection the error/warning message is 'device could not start up (code 10)'. However when unplugging it and plugging it back again the error magically goes away and the device is listed normally. Could this be the problem? What drivers am I supposed to install then? It's using the ones provided by Windows...
I beg your help with this. I have been at this problem for no less than 7 hours today and have tried seeking help in different communities only to be utterly ignored.
Thank you in advance.

If you’re new to PC gaming or simply prefer using a control pad over a keyboard and mouse, then you’re in luck. It’s easy to grab yourself a controller and hook it up to your PC so that you can transition from console gaming with ease, or just feel more at home with something familiar.

When it comes to competitive online gaming, it’s worth noting that you might find yourself at a disadvantage when using a control pad against players using a keyboard and mouse, but as long as you’re having a good time and don’t feel uncomfortable, you should opt for your preferred method. And of course, controllers are great for single-player games ported over from consoles, that are optimised for that particular control scheme, especially when it comes to Xbox Play Anywhere titles that let you play select games on both your Xbox One and Windows 10 PC as long as you’ve bought it digitally on either platform.

So with that being said, just how do you connect your Xbox One controller to your PC? You actually have a few options at your disposal, so let’s take a look. And if you need it, here is our guide to the best gaming PC options in 2019, and the best Xbox One accessories.

USB Cable

For a quick plug-and-play option, get yourself a micro-USB cable. You’ll need to make sure that it’s not a charging-only cable, but the vast majority of cables aren’t limited to that single functionality. If you’re having issues, this is probably the first thing to check.

Plug one end into your control pad and the other into your PC, and you’re away. Windows 10 PCs will recognise the controller straight away, while Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 will automatically download and install the appropriate drivers which won’t take long. If you’re running into problems, check that your Device Manager for updates. It could be that it’s not set to download updates automatically. To do this, simply search for Device Manager, select Microsoft Xbox One Controller, right-click and select Update Driver Software, then hit Search Automatically for Updated Software.

Xbox One Wireless Controller Driver

Windows 10 will let you connect up to eight control pads, while Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 will limit you to four. There’s no audio support for the controllers on Windows 7 or Windows 8.1, so forget about trying to plug in a headset. Windows 10 does support audio, but there are restrictions. If you’re using Xbox Chat Headsets, the number of pads you can connect drops to four. If you’re using Xbox Stereo headsets, you can only connect two pads at any one time.

Xbox One Controller Windows 7

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Wireless Adaptor

If your PC doesn’t have Xbox Wireless built-in, you’ll need to get yourself an Xbox Wireless adapter for Windows, and plug it into a USB port. As with the USB cable option, Windows will automatically download and install the relevant drivers.

Turn on your controller by pressing and holding Guide button in the middle, then press the sync button located on the top of the pad, until the Guide button flashes, letting you know that your controller is connected.

Windows 10 will allow you to hook up eight wireless controllers, dropping to four if you’re using Xbox Chat Headsets, and just two if you have Xbox Stereo Headsets plugged in.

Bluetooth

Not all Xbox One controllers support bluetooth, so you’ll need to check if yours fits the bill or not. Take a look at plastic on the top of your controller. If it extends from the topside of the controller, down and around the Guide button, it doesn’t have bluetooth support. If the plastic at the top is limited to a strip where the bumpers are located, good news! Your controller supports bluetooth. Take a look at the image below for further clarification. The controller at the top of the picture does not have bluetooth support; the controller at the bottom does.

Turn on your controller by pressing the large Guide button in the middle, then press and hold the sync button for a few seconds. Switch over to your PC and go to Settings, Devices, Bluetooth & other devices. Make sure it’s turned to On, and your controller will pop up as a discoverable Bluetooth device. Select the controller and hit Pair, and you’re good to go. You can only connect a single controller at a time when using Bluetooth, and you won’t be able to use a headset with it.

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Troubleshooting

We’ve addressed potential issues you can run into in each of the sections, but if you’re still having problems, it’s worth checking to see if the controller itself is up-to-date. You can do this wirelessly or with a USB cable on your Xbox One console, or via your PC.

Wireless update via console

As long as you have an Xbox One controller that was released after June 2015, you can follow this method. The pads will have a 3.5mm port on the bottom. If it doesn’t, you’ll have to update it via USB on your console. Make sure that your console is up to date first of all, then press the Guide button on your controller. Navigate to System, Kinect & devices, Devices and accessories, and pick the controller that needs updating. Hit Device info, tick the Firmware version box, and select Continue. Job done.

USB via console

Xbox One Wireless Controller Driver Pc Free

Connect your controller to your Xbox One using a USB cable. An automatic pop-up giving you instructions on the next steps will appear. Follow them carefully and do not unplug your your controller or the USB cable during the process. If the pop-up doesn’t appear, follow the instructions in the Wireless update via console section above.

PC update

Download Xbox One Controller Driver

This method is only applicable with Windows 10. You’ll need to download the Xbox Accessories app from the Windows Store if you don’t have it already. Connect your controller via USB, or with an Xbox Wireless Adapter. If your control pad needs an update, a prompt will appear telling you that an update is required. Alternatively, hit the More Options button in the app to manually check for updates.

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