Xbox Wireless Adapter won't sync with controller on Windows 11

Discus and support Xbox Wireless Adapter won't sync with controller on Windows 11 in XBoX on Consoles to solve the problem; Hello all, I've recently been having an issue with my xbox wireless adapter not syncing with my xbox one x controller. It was working perfect a few... Discussion in 'XBoX on Consoles' started by FrancisScheuermann, Nov 19, 2021.

  1. Xbox Wireless Adapter won't sync with controller on Windows 11


    Hello all, I've recently been having an issue with my xbox wireless adapter not syncing with my xbox one x controller. It was working perfect a few months ago and the only difference I can think of is that I've moved to Win11. I actually think it worked for a couple of weeks after installing the new OS.

    Here's the problem: The adapter is picked up by windows just fine, the driver installs successfully and is up to date. Pressing the sync button will make the little light on the adapter start blinking, indicating its ready to pair and upon pressing the xbox button on the controller and holding the sync button on the controller, it will start rapidly blinking but the two never make a connection.

    What I've tried: uninstalling and reinstalling the adapter's drivers, uninstalling and reinstalling the controller's drivers, uninstalling both and reinstalling them MANUALLY via the Microsoft Catalog, using older adapter drivers, using alternative drivers for the controller

    I have the xbox accessories app and it doesn't seem to see the controller (as expected) but will show the controller when connected via bluetooth. Also, to put a bow on top of this, I did an in-place reinstall of windows 11 to no avail. The kicker? Both the adapter and controller work just fine on other computers.

    Anyone got any new ideas?

    :)
     
    FrancisScheuermann, Nov 19, 2021
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  2. XBF-Spartan Win User

    Xbox Wireless Adapter won't sync with controller on Windows 11

    Hi Francis,

    Thanks for reaching out to the forums! We are sorry to hear about your issue and would like to help out. I am linking you to the Xbox Support page concerning the Wireless Adapter Troubleshoot the Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows | Xbox Support and would like to ask that you attempt all troubleshooting steps listed on the page. If none of the steps work for you please come back and here and let me know so that we may further the troubleshooting process.
  3. GrinningBread92 Win User

    Wireless Adapter for Windows and Xbox

    I think the Windows wireless adapter would require the controller to be synced with the adapter before it will work, which means the sync data to the console would be changed to the computer, until you resync the console with the controller.
  4. Ricardo Lechuga Win User

    XBox Controllers on Windows 7

    Hi MikeLucasIsCool! My name is Ricardo an independent advisor ready to help you with this situation!

    Have an Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows 10? Find out how to set it up on any Windows 10/11 device. If you have an Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows, we can also show you how to set it up on any Windows 10/11, Windows 8.1, or Windows 7 tablet, laptop, or desktop PC.

    Here’s a compatibility chart for the adapter you may have:

    Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows 10

    Windows 10/11 only

    Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows

    Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 7

    https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-ne...
  5. luissolid Win User

    Xbox One Controller Not Connecting To Wireless Adapter For PC

    Hello!

    The controller won't bind to the adapter

    If the binding instructions are not working, try the following solutions:

    • Ensure you're within range (6 meters or less) of the adapter and it's in line of sight to the controller.
    • If you have an Xbox controller, try rebinding your controller to the console by pressing the Connect button on the console, and then the Connect button on the controller. The LEDs will flash and become solid when the binding is successful. If your controller
      does bind, you have isolated the issue to the Wireless Adapter for Windows. If your controller does not bind to your console, see Set
      up the Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows
      .
    • Unplug your adapter, reboot your device, and then plug it back in (to another port if possible), and try again.
    A

    you can check this:

    https://support.xbox.com/en-US/xbox-on-windows/accessories/troubleshoot-xbox-wireless-adapter-for-windows
  6. Internet Expert Win User

    Xbox 360 wireless controller for windows 7

    By "latest version of the adapter", you mean
    this adapter
    , then this will not work with Xbox 360 controllers. This one is only designed for Xbox One controllers.

    Microsoft doesn't seem to sell the 360 wireless receiver anymore, but you can
    get it here from Amazon
    .

    For the 360 wireless receiver, yes, that is all you need to hook up your 360 controller to the PC. Press the sync button on both the adapter and controller, it should connect without a problem and be instantly recognized by your Windows 7 system.
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