Controller won't turn on unless plugged into PC.

Discus and support Controller won't turn on unless plugged into PC. in XBoX on Consoles to solve the problem; My controller's batteries are brand new, but the controller wont turn on by itself. The controller works fine but only after it is plugged into my PC.... Discussion in 'XBoX on Consoles' started by RedGrass, Jun 9, 2023.

  1. RedGrass
    RedGrass Guest

    Controller won't turn on unless plugged into PC.


    My controller's batteries are brand new, but the controller wont turn on by itself. The controller works fine but only after it is plugged into my PC. It is definitely a wireless controller, and it is fully updated. I just need it to work without being plugged in. Does anyone have any suggestions?

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    RedGrass, Jun 9, 2023
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  2. DeniqL Win User

    Controller won't turn on unless plugged into PC.

    Hi! I'm Luis, a fellow Xbox Gamer . Thanks for reaching us out here.

    If your controller is fully updated but still won´t power on without a cable then it sadly needs to be replaced or serviced.

    Or you can still use it if you do not mind using a cable
  3. [EX] Win User

    Xbox Series X controller won't stay on unless plugged into PC

    Hi,

    you did everything that could solve such an issue.

    So it very much looks like you have to bring it back to the store with the receipt and exchange it for a new one.
  4. JerryTheGreat671 Win User

    The controller that came with my xbox says it is wireless but won't turn on unless it is plugged in.

    I'm assuming the light in the middle of the controller is turning off? If so that would indicate your batteries are dead. If it works when plugged in, and is not working with brand new out of package batteries that are working on other items, it may be a
    defective controller itself.

    If this was a new console, you could attempt and exchange with where you purchased it.
  5. CARNEYKID Win User

    The controller that came with my xbox says it is wireless but won't turn on unless it is plugged in.

    I agree that it is possibly a defect with the controller. I would contact Xbox support as you are still under warranty.
  6. DSpiritOf787 Win User

    The controller that came with my xbox says it is wireless but won't turn on unless it is plugged in.

    Maybe,possibly try re-syncing that contoller? It has probably just unsynced randomly :)
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