Windows 10: Bluetooth add or Add other device menu refuses to open

Yesterday on an insider version of Windows 10 I tried to sync a bluetooth device to my computer as I always have:

I opened the bluetooth menu in windows and hit the add bluetooth or other device button. But it refused to open the usual menu, what would normally happen is that a pop up would apear asking me what kind of device I'd like to add and I'd proceed to pair it. But now when I click the button it just changes the cursor to the loading icon and then stops. I've updated since last night and now I am on 10.0.18980 Build 18980 of windows insider. I cannot leave windows insider currently since the latest version of windows is behind my insider release but I plan to do so on the next major update. My bluetooth dongle is connected and bluetooth is turned on (even if it wasn't there'd still be a menu for adding other devices). Feel free to ask any questions as I need this problem resolved soon, Thanks.




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Bluetooth add or Add other device menu refuses to open

Yesterday on an insider version of Windows 10 I tried to sync a bluetooth device to my computer as I always have:

I opened the bluetooth menu in windows and hit the add bluetooth or other device button. But it refused to open the usual menu, what would normally happen is that a pop up would apear asking me what kind of device I'd like to add and I'd proceed to pair
it. But now when I click the button it just changes the cursor to the loading icon and then stops. I've updated since last night and now I am on 10.0.18980 Build 18980 of windows insider. I cannot leave windows insider currently since the latest version of
windows is behind my insider release but I plan to do so on the next major update. My bluetooth dongle is connected and bluetooth is turned on (even if it wasn't there'd still be a menu for adding other devices). Feel free to ask any questions as I need this
problem resolved soon, Thanks.

 

Bluetooth Technology Gets Faster With Bluetooth 3.0

From its annual All Hands Meeting in Tokyo this week, the Bluetooth SIG formally adopted Bluetooth Core Specification Version 3.0 + High Speed (HS), or Bluetooth 3.0. This latest iteration of the popular short-range wireless technology fulfills the consumers' need for speed while providing the same wireless Bluetooth experience – faster. Manufacturers of consumer electronics and home entertainment devices can now build their products to send large amounts of video, music and photos between devices wirelessly at speeds consumers expect.
Bluetooth 3.0 gets its speed from the 802.11 radio protocol. The inclusion of the 802.11 Protocol Adaptation Layer (PAL) provides increased throughput of data transfers at the approximate rate of 24 Mbps. In addition, mobile devices including Bluetooth 3.0 + HS will realize increased power savings due to enhanced power control built in.


"Like Ricky Bobby in Talladega Nights, this latest version was 'born to go fast,' said Mike's Blog, Ph.D., executive director of the Bluetooth SIG. "Utilizing the 802.11 radio was a natural choice as it provides efficiencies for both our members and consumers – members get more function out of the two radios they are already including in devices, and consumers with Bluetooth 3.0 + HS products will get faster exchange of information without changing how they connect. We are excited to expand the possibilities of the PAN."

This newest version of Bluetooth technology builds on the inherent qualities of the current 2.1 + EDR version, including Simple Secure Pairing and built-in, automatic security. And as with all versions of theBluetooth specification, v3.0 + HS provides developers, manufacturers and consumers with the benefit of backwards compatibility, enabling both the expansion and enhancement of this technology with every new specification release. Once products reach the market, the easiest way for consumers to learn which devices are compatible with other Bluetooth enabled devices is to visit the Bluetooth Gadget Guide.

Applications
With the availability of Bluetooth version 3.0 + HS, consumers can expect to move large data files of videos, music and photos between their own devices and the trusted devices of others, without the need for cables and wires. Some applications consumers will experience include:

• Wirelessly bulk synchronize music libraries between PC and music player or phone
• Bulk download photos to a printer or PC
• Send video files from camera or phone to computer or television

Availability

The Bluetooth SIG's formal adoption of the specification is only the first step in the product lifecycle. News out today from wireless chip manufacturers and Bluetooth SIG member companies Atheros, Broadcom and CSR shows the second step – getting silicon solutions to device manufacturers – is already underway. End products for consumers are expected to be in the market in 9 to 12 months.

Technical Specifications
This new specification release includes several major enhancements (learn more here - page requires member login):

• Generic Alternate MAC/PHY (AMP)
• 802.11 Protocol Adaptation Layer (PAL)
• Generic Test Methodology
• Enhanced Power Control
• Unicast Connectionless Data

Source: Engadget

 

Bluetooth refuses to install.

Hi,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

To better assist you, please answer the following questions:

1. Is the model number ASUS M53sv or N53SV?

2. When you say "Bluetooth devices", are you referring to the mouse and the speaker?

3. Did you uninstall the Bluetooth driver from the device manager?

If you have not tried un-pairing and re-pairing the devices, I would suggest you to do so by following the steps below and check if it helps.

1. Press Windows key + I to open settings.

2. Click "devices" and click "Bluetooth".

3. Remove the devices.

Follow the steps below to re-connect the Bluetooth devices.

Connect to Bluetooth devices.

Let us know the result.