Windows 10: Controller connected to my pc but I don't have one

Discus and support Controller connected to my pc but I don't have one in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; It says I have a controller connected to my pc but I don't even own a controller and I don't have bluetooth.... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Nathan16927, Oct 7, 2024.

  1. Controller connected to my pc but I don't have one


    It says I have a controller connected to my pc but I don't even own a controller and I don't have bluetooth.

    :)
     
    Nathan16927, Oct 7, 2024
    #1
  2. Mala_S Win User

    Can’t connect Xbox one controller to pc

    Hello SubieTY,

    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

    Initially, we need to pair the device to show up in the list while connected through Bluetooth. Check with the below mentioned steps and see if it works.


    Hope it helps.

    Mala S

    Microsoft Community - Moderator
     
    Mala_S, Oct 7, 2024
    #2
  3. Controller Connecting to PC issues!

    Hi,

    Thank you for contacting Microsoft Community.

    Please provide more information to help you better:


    • Are you referring to Xbox controller?

    • Do you get any error message while connecting the controller to the PC?

    • What is the make and model of the Controller?


    I suggest you to run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter
    and check.

    Follow the steps to run the troubleshooter:

    1. Type "Troubleshooting"
    in the Search box from the desktop and click "Troubleshooting".

    2. Click on "View all" from the left pane and select "Hardware and Devices".

    3. Click on “Advanced” and then click on “Run as Administrator”.

    4. Click “Next” and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooting process.



    if you are using an Xbox controller,I suggest you to follow the article below
    and check f it helps:

    Set up your Xbox 360 controller for Windows:

    Xbox Support

    Hope this will help you. Keep us posted with the status of the issue to assist you further.

    Thank you.
     
    Anju Thekkethil, Oct 7, 2024
    #3
  4. Nikhar_K Win User

    Controller connected to my pc but I don't have one

    Xbox Controller is not connecting to Wireless Adapter

    Hi,



    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



    I appreciate your time and patience to work on this issue. To have a better clarity on the issue please reply to the following questions:



    • Are you using an Xbox one controller?


    If you are using an Xbox one controller, I suggest you to refer the steps in the article

    How to connect an Xbox One Wireless Controller to a Windows PC
    and see if that helps in resolving the issue.



    I would also suggest you to uninstall all the hidden devices under USB hive and check if you are able to connect the wireless adapter. Please follow the steps mentioned below to uninstall the hidden drivers:



    1. Press and hold the Windows + X key on the keyboard.
    2. Select Device manager.
    3. Click View tab.
    4. Select Show hidden devices.
    5. Expand Universal Serial Bus and remove all the greyed out devices. To remove the greyed out devices, right click on the device and select
      uninstall.
    6. Restart your computer.


    Please reply with the status of the issue, we will be glad to help you further.



    Nikhar Khare

    Microsoft Community - Moderator
     
    Nikhar_K, Oct 7, 2024
    #4
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