Windows 10: bluetooth not appearing in windows10

hello,

I recently upgraded my OS from windows 7 to latest windows 10 on my Dell n5010. It did go well until i found out that bluetooth is not appearing in setting or anywhere. I Will specify that it was there in my windows 7 version. but after upgrade, I'm not able to pair a device or send file or anything. It simply says that laptop is not having a bluetooth. Why is this happening? can i make it work just like earlier?

I really appreciate your time and concern.

Thanks.

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Bluetooth not found in Windows10

Hi,

Thanks for your reply.

I suggest you to follow the methods below and check if it helps.

Method 1

I suggest you to run Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter. Follow these steps to run Hardware and Devices troubleshooter:

• Press Windows key + X and select Control Panel.
• Select Troubleshooting.
• Select View all on the top left corner.
• Click Hardware and Devices.
• Follow the on-screen instruction to run the troubleshooter.

Method 2

Start the Bluetooth service.

• Click Start, type “services.msc” and hit
  enter.
• From the list of items, double click Bluetooth Support Service.
• Change the startup type to Automatic and click
  Start button to start service.
• Click Apply and then click ok.

Method 3

I suggest you to try disabling and then enabling and check if the Bluetooth toggle is available. Refer the steps below:

• Press Windows key + X.
• Click on Device Manager.
• Look for Bluetooth device from the list.
• Right click on the device and click on Disable.
• Right click on the device and click on Enable.
• Restart the computer.
• Check if issue persists.

Method 4: Update the Bluetooth driver

I suggest you to try updating the Bluetooth drivers check if it works for you.

Follow the steps to update the Bluetooth driver:

• Press Windows key + X.
• Click on Device Manager.
• Expand “Bluetooth”.
• Right-click on the Bluetooth listed and click on ‘Update Driver Software’.
• Select the option to automatically search for the updated driver software.
• Restart the computer after its updated and verify.

Also try to access the computer manufacturer's website and download the latest Bluetooth drivers & Chipset drivers for your computer and install the same.

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Hope this information is helpful. Please do let us know if you need further assistance, we’ll be glad to assist you.

 

Fault trying to share photos from phone to laptop via Bluetooth


While waiting for replies I solved this - in Windows 10 by the following steps where -> means click/select.

1. Start -> Settings-> Devices -> Bluetooth.
2. At this point ensure Bluetooth is on and device you wish to make the transfer from is listed and paired.
3. At the bottom of the same page under Related Settings -> Send or receive files via Bluetooth -> Receive files.
   
4. The Waiting for connection page appears stay on this page and initiate the transfer from your device.
5. The file is being received window appears with a progress bar when this is complete you will be asked where to save the file and Finish

It appears these steps have to be performed for each individual file transferred therefore I've pinned the Settings window with Bluetooth selected to the task bar.

 

Update windows10 bluetooth not avalaible

Hello,

As you are facing issue with Bluetooth, I suggest you to follow the methods provided below and check if it helps.

Method 1: Make sure that the Bluetooth Support Service is running.

Sign in to your computer as an administrator user and then follow the steps given below to check the status of the Bluetooth Support Service.

• Press Windows Key + R Key.
• Type services.msc and scroll down to Bluetooth Support Service in the list.
• Right click on it and select Properties.
• Set the Service Status as Start.
• Restart your computer.

Method 2: Uninstall and reinstall the latest Bluetooth drivers.

• Press Windows + X, click on Device Manager.
• Right click on the Bluetooth drivers and select Uninstall.
• Restart the computer. This will make the computer to reinstall the Bluetooth drivers automatically.

Hope this helps. Keep us posted on the status for further assistance.