Wireless Xbox Controller not pairing or connecting correctly to win10 computer.

Patrick Donnahoo · Feb 18, 2019

My Wireless Xbox Controller is currently unable to pair correctly to my win10 device through Bluetooth.

When I try to connect my controller, it shows as paired in the Bluetooth menu but the controller never connects, it keeps flashing away.

I have used this controller on my device before.

I’ve tried removing the device and adding it manually (with and without pressing the connect button on the controller) but nothing seems to work.

After turning the controller and Bluetooth off, when I turn Bluetooth back on I get a notification saying windows is “Setting up” and that my controller is “Ready to go” while my controller is off.

This happens every time I remove “Xbox Wireless Controller” from the devices menu (in both Bluetooth settings and in control panel: devices & printers) and then either turn off and on Bluetooth or reboot my device.

From the device manager, in [Computername]>Bluetooth>Xbox Wireless Controller, I tried updating the driver (nothing happened) and uninstalling the device but even after reboot, reset of Bluetooth, and scan for hardware changes (in device manager), IT STILL
SHOWS UP AGAIN.

When I bring up the properties of the controller in Device Manager and click device details, it says "Xbox Wireless Controller: No driver files are required or have been loaded for this device."

I’ve checked for updates on my computer and I updated my controller through the Xbox Accessories app but nothing changed. (that app needs lots of work)

When I connect my controller via USB cable it shows up under other devices as “Controller”

This would be fine if it were not for me having to constantly asking others if I can borrow their micro USB cable as I don’t have one. And even when it’s connected through USB, games inputs are nowhere near as fast or responsive as they were/should be, although
this may be because of a multiple other USB connections and a secondary monitor on a computer with only 8GB of ram.

My controller is able to connect to other devices in the manner that it should and function properly.

My device is an Inspiron 13 5379 2-in-1

Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated.

:)

XBF Brad A

Hello all,

As this is an old thread, I will be locking this one. Updates, games and everything changes often so would be best to create a new thread. Once a new thread is created we will be happy to assist you in any issues or questions you might have.

Thanks,

Brad

CrazY1985

Only true for v1 versions of the controller.

Newer controllers don't need the adapter.

BeastBadshah

To connect your xbox controller with pc you need controller adapter follow the link for more info link

Jahura

I found that when I try to pair with a connected controller that the subsequent pairing doesn't work. When you connect to one device then another and then back to the first

(such as connect to PC then connect to Xbox or another PC then switch back to first PC)

the device can only recognize the most previous pairing. I have to remove the device from both, then manually add by selecting Add Bluetooth device then selecting Bluetooth.

I don't know if that's what you're doing, but it works for me only if I use the same devices every time.

I use two tablets so that I stream games to PC without having to hook a monitor up to my Xbox. I have to remove the device from both prior to shutdown so that the signal doesn't get confused. It's a pain.

The other workaround is move your Xbox closer to your PC (ie: the same room), connect your controller via Bluetooth to the Xbox, and stream to PC that way. Connecting to Xbox direct will get you a better signal and you won't have to worry about constantly
removing and re-connecting your controller.

Hope this helps.

IndigoWheat8878

Same problem. My controller can connect with my roommate's computer. But when I try to connect with my own computer(think pad P51, win10), the bluetooth shows paired and the button keep flash

Wireless Xbox Controller not pairing or connecting correctly to win10 computer.