Xbox Elite 2 controller USB cable specification.

aM1SF1T · Mar 17, 2022

I need to replace the USB C cable that came with my Xbox Elite 2 controller due to the cable malfunctioning. What is the recommended data speed/bandwidth required for optimal operation for the cable when using it with PC games? Also, how much bandwidth can it take advantage of? In other words, what is the maximum data transfer speed the Xbox Elite 2 controller is capable of using when connected to a PC? Also, is there someway I can get an official Xbox Elite 2 cable replacement by purchasing it somewhere on Microsoft store or requesting one through customer service?

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SwordofWhedon

Any USB C cable will do. The switch to the standard is more about charging, as C carries much more power, as well as standardization on a single connector hopefully this time

XBF - Staniel

Greetings aM1SF1T,

Great question. I am looking into this for you and will have an answer soon.

Adasaurasrex

You should be able to do it following these steps:

Connect your controller using a micro-USB cable (included with all standard Xbox One wireless controllers and the Xbox One Play & Charge Kit). Standard alkaline batteries won’t be used to power the controller functions while you’re using your controller
as a wired controller.

If you’re using an Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 or Xbox Adaptive Controller, connect your controller using a USB-C cable (included with both controllers).

Depending on the type of controller you have, plug the micro-USB or USB-C cable into the power port on the back of the controller then plug the other end of the cable into your Xbox One.

Hope this helps

RainingRoses

Hey Vincent,

Yes, you can use the controller while connected to the console using usb cable. This won’t affect performance and won’t damage the controller. Using the controller wired of course means you don’t need to use batteries.

You can also update the controller while connected through USB cable.

Standard xbox one controllers require a micro USB cable. The elite series 2 and xbox adaptive controllers require USB type C cable.

Instructions on connecting an xbox one controller to console:

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

Any questions, I’m happy to help 😊

ColoradoMade27

Using a USB cable to connect-

Connect your controller using a micro-USB cable (included with all standard Xbox One wireless controllers and the Xbox One Play & Charge Kit). Standard alkaline batteries won’t be used to power the controller functions while you’re using your controller
as a wired controller.

If you’re using an Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 or Xbox Adaptive Controller, connect your controller using a USB-C cable (included with both controllers).

Depending on the type of controller you have, plug the micro-USB or USB-C cable into the power port on the back of the controller then plug the other end of the cable into your Xbox One. More details can be found
here on connecting your wireless controller to Xbox consoles: https://beta.support.xbox.com/help/hardware-network/controller/connect-a-wireless-controller

Xbox Elite 2 controller USB cable specification.