Controller doesn't connect to wireless adaptor windows 10

Hi,

I'm afraid the Xbox One Wireless Adaptor for PC is only compatible with Windows 10, it doesn't work with Windows 7.

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The Answer Is Yes as Long As it has Bluetooth or wireless connection

Hi,

That's not quite right. Apologies for quoting you.

The Xbox 360 controller uses a proprietary wireless technology, it's not Bluetooth and the old adaptors won't work with a modern controller like the Xbox One or Series X|S controllers.

Unlike Xbox 360 wireless controllers, Xbox One and Series controllers can also be connected via USB cable. Old Xbox One controllers use Micro USB, Series Controllers are USB C.

To use an Xbox One/ Series controller via wireless on a PC and get basic functionality, all you need to do is connect the controller via Bluetooth. If your PC doesn't have Bluetooth then you'll need to buy a Bluetooth USB dongle, they're very cheap, less than $10. I'm from the UK and I connect my Series X controller to my PC via BT dongle I purchased from Amazon for about £5.

For extra wireless features you'll need the Xbox One Wireless Adaptor for Windows 10. Unfortunately, the official Microsoft branded adaptors are now quite rare.

Hi,

You can use a standard Bluetooth adaptor. The Microsoft wireless adaptor for Xbox One/Series X|S controllers doesn't use Bluetooth.

If you want standard connectivity then you can use a BT USB dongle (or built in BT if your device has this). The Microsoft adaptor offers more features such as the use of more than one controller, and the usage of your controller's headphone socket while wireless.

https://support.xbox.com/help/hardware-network/controller/connect-xbox-wireless-controller-to-pc

Hello OliverHollerung.
My name is Ezequiel. I'm an Independent Consultant and I'm happy to help you today.
I suggest you test by trying to update your controller using Windows 10 or Windows 11.

Update your controller on Windows 10/11 by using the Xbox Accessories app:
If you don't already have the app installed, get it in the Store:
Microsoft Store
Open the Xbox Accessories app.
Connect your Xbox Wireless Controller by using a USB cable or the Xbox Wireless Adaptor for Windows.
When the controller is connected, you'll see the message Update Required if an update is mandatory. Install the update.

https://support.xbox.com/en-GB/help/hardware-network/controller/update-xbox-wireless-controller

Just found out the answer myself...

Turns out Xbox Elite controllers must be connected with a wireless adaptor. The standard controller doesn't need one...

Thanks for all the replies.