Windows 10: Cannot connect my Sony WF1000XM3 Bluetooth headset to Windows 11

I had to format my laptop Windows 11 and, after that, I am unable to get my Sony WF1000XM3 headset working again with PC.Some notes:- Laptop is able to see and pair them- they are NOT listed as audio device after pairing- they are NOT listed neither as output nor input deviceI have already gone through the common suggestions such as:- install latest bluetooth drivers- make sure headset is running latest firmware version- remove and re-pair them I did that multiple times- restart PCRight after pairing I can temporary see them listed down in the All Sound devices" settings, but clicking on t

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Cannot connect my Sony WF1000XM3 Bluetooth headset to Windows 10

Cannot connect my Sony WF1000XM3 Bluetooth headset to Windows 10

 

Sony Bluetooth Headset unable to connect to Stereo

Hi,

Thank you for posting your question in the Microsoft Community.

Appreciate your efforts to work on this issue.

• Are you aware of any changes made to the PC prior to this issue?
  

This issue can occur if some of the Bluetooth settings are not working as expected.

A: Suggest you to run the Bluetooth troubleshooter and also follow the steps from this article ‘Fix
Bluetooth problems in Windows 10’ and check if that helps.

B: Refer to the steps from this article to
connect a Bluetooth device to the PC.

C: You can also ensure that the Bluetooth service is running.

1. Press Windows + R key and type "services.msc".
   
2. Locate the Bluetooth service and right click on it.
   
3. Click on Properties and check the start option has been enabled.
   

D: Ensure that the Bluetooth device is set as default.

1. Open Control Panel and click on Sound.
   
2. Click on Playback tab.
   
3. Right-click on Bluetooth Headset and select Set as default device.
   
4. Click on Apply and then Ok.
   

Article for Reference.

‘Bluetooth connection and troubleshooting for audio products’

Note: Since the websites are not hosted by Microsoft, the links may change without notice. Microsoft does not guarantee the accuracy of this information.

Hope this helps.

Let us know if you got the help you needed.

Regards,

Srimadhwa B

Microsoft Community-Moderator

 

WIndows 10 cannot connect to a bluetooth headset.

Hello Mike,

To better assist you with your concern, I'd like to know the following:

• Confirm which build is currently installed on your device. To check, follow the steps below:

• Press Windows key + R, then type in winver.
• Click OK.

• What is the make and model of your headset and Bluetooth dongle?

Meanwhile, we suggest that you perform the steps posted on this article
to resolve Bluetooth connection issues in Windows 10.

Looking forward to your response.

Regards.