Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows gets really hot.

Hello!

My name is Dérek, I'm an independent platform consultant and I'm grateful for the opportunity to help you.

Marcus,these accessories tend to heat up, yes, my friend.

It's not a symptom of a problem, as the accessory usually heats up.

And about compatibility with other wireless adapters, the vast majority are compatible yes.

What can happen is that if the adapter is of very poor quality, the PC may not recognize the controller as an xbox controller, and only as a wireless device.

I remain at your disposal if you have any further questions.

they do get warm but should not be red hot.

have you got it plugged into a usb 3 port or usb 2.

if in a usb 3 port switch to a usb 2 as it could be drawing to much power.

It's called Xbox Wireless Adaptor

Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows 10 | Xbox

Hiya!

Paul from the Xbox Forums Team here to assist, it would seem you're experiencing an issue with the Xbox one wireless adapter. I believe I have some information for you that can help. Here are a few articles about the Xbox one wireless adapter that should
help you troubleshoot the device. I hoped the information I provided was helpful, please let us know how it goes.

1.Compatibility for the Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows

2.Set up the Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows

3.Troubleshoot the Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows

Happy Gaming!

Paul Xbox Forums Team!

There are two different Xbox One wireless adapters.
The older, bigger one is able to support Windows 7, 8, and 10.
The newer, smaller one only supports Windows 10.

More details: https://support.xbox.com/en-US/xbox-on-windows/accessories/xbox-wireless-adapter-for-windows-compati...