Unable to Connect Xbox Controller to PC via Bluetooth

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  1. Unable to Connect Xbox Controller to PC via Bluetooth


    Hi everyone,

    I'm having trouble connecting my Xbox controller to my PC via Bluetooth. I've followed the standard pairing process, but my PC doesn't seem to detect the controller. I've made sure my Bluetooth drivers are up to date and have tried connecting other devices, which all seem to work just fine. The controller's light is flashing as it should when in pairing mode, but it just won't show up in the Bluetooth devices list.

    Has anyone else experienced this issue or have suggestions on what I might be missing? I would appreciate any troubleshooting tips or solutions that have worked for others.

    Thanks in advance!

    :)
     
    Jabari Elliott, Mar 9, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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  2. XBF Diego M Win User

    Pad XBOX ONE S Windows 10

    Hi Diabelnyy,

    Unfortunately it's not possible to connect your headset via Bluetooth, unless your headset or headphones have built in Bluetooth. If the headset's are Bluetooth capable, then you would need to set them up via your PC's Bluetooth settings, but I'm not sure
    if you can have multiple devices connected via Bluetooth at the same time.

    You would need to directly connect the headset to your PC via the 3.5 mm audio port. Connecting into the controller will not work unless you are playing on an Xbox One console.

    The Xbox wireless controller adapter for PC will not work in trying to connect a headset via Bluetooth.
  3. HomegrownSilky Win User

    Can the bluetooth function on the Xbox one be reset / fixed?

    Xbox consoles do not use Bluetooth at all. The controllers connect to consoles via RF. The Xbox controllers only use Bluetooth to connect to PCs and phones.
  4. MarvinaPerez Win User

    XBox controller disconnects from PC or stops responding

    Hi Keith, There are two ways to connect an Xbox controller to a PC: with a USB cable or via Bluetooth.

    Connect with a USB cable

    Plug one end of the USB cable into the USB port on your PC.

    Plug the other end of the USB cable into the USB port on your Xbox controller.

    The controller should automatically connect to your PC.

    Connect via Bluetooth

    Make sure your Xbox controller and PC have Bluetooth.
    Activate Bluetooth on your PC.

    Press and hold the pairing button on the Xbox controller for 3 seconds.

    The controller should appear in the list of Bluetooth devices on your PC.

    Select the Xbox controller from the list and click "Connect."

    Let me know if the information is still useful.

    Sincerely,
    Marvina.
  5. Obsessive Power Win User

    not able to use headphones through 3.5 mm jack connected to xbox one controller when the controller is connected to pc via bluetooth

    Is it possible to use the headphones via 3.5 mm jack connected to XBOX controller when the controller is connected to PC via bluetooth?
    Hi,

    I'm afraid not, it's a limitation of using Bluetooth to connect the controller to a PC:

    Take from the
    official support link


    Things to keep in mind:

    ·
    For best performance, update your controller.

    ·
    Bluetooth is supported on PCs, tablets, and laptops. It is not supported on mobile devices.

    ·
    Bluetooth doesn’t support attachments such as headsets, chatpads or the Xbox Stereo Adapter.

    ·
    We recommend connecting only one controller at a time using Bluetooth.
  6. Tezzerrific Win User

    Connecting my XBOX to Windows 10 PC via Bluetooth.

    the console does not even have any bluetooth hardware internally, the controllers do as they can connect via bluetooth to pc and wifi to the console.

    the reason you see the console under devices on pc is due to it being on the same network.

    the controller can be paired via bluetooth on pc but with limitations.

    audio passthrough on the controller will not work via bluetooth

    wired connection supports audio passthrough

    wireless connection with a microsoft wireless adapter for controller with support audio passthrough.
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