Windows 10: Wired series X controller connects briefly, then stops working while still getting power

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  1. Wired series X controller connects briefly, then stops working while still getting power


    My series x controller has been working fine for a few months, but recently it started doing this thing where the light will turn on when I plug it in, and it will connect and work for about 3 seconds, then will stop working but the light stays on. I checked the Xbox accessories app and it only shows up as a device for those 3 ish seconds, then it disappears. Same with my device manager.I tried unplugging and plugging back in, I tried deleting and reinstalling my controller drivers, I tried rebooting my pc with it plugged in, I tried rebooting with it unplugged and then plugging it in once reb

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    Infamousaddict21, Oct 8, 2024
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  2. Xbox Series X Controller

    Hi Matthew. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, specializing in Installation, Performance, Troubleshooting and Activation, here to help you.

    Xbox Series X wired controller won't connect Windows 10:

    https://www.lifewire.com/connect-xbox-series-x-...

    https://www.shacknews.com/article/121517/how-to...

    https://appuals.com/fix-xbox-one-controller-won...

    https://stealthoptional.com/how-to/how-to-fix-x...



    https://www.makeuseof.com/fix-xbox-series-x-con...

    https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/common-xbo...





    If nothing else works contact Xbox hardware support:

    Xbox Support

    I hope it helps.

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    Greg Carmack - Windows MVP 2010-2020 (retired), Oct 8, 2024
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  3. MisterEd Win User
    Xbox Series S controller not staying connected

    There are two ways to use the controller wirelessly
    1. Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows 10
    2. Bluetooth

    Which way are you connecting it?

    I use my Xbox Series S controller using Bluetooth. When I first got it it was unstable this way. Updating the firmware solved that problem.

    Once in a while when I turn on the controller the light keeps flashing (not paired) even though the Windows settings says it should be. In the Setting>Devices I have to
    • Select the Xbox wireless controller
    • Select Remove the device
    • Restart the pairing on both the PC and controller
    Once it is paired again it is OK

    Connecting the Xbox wireless controller using a USB wired connection should be automatic with Windows 10. Once connected you can use the Xbox Accessories App (from Microsoft app store) to test it and update the firmware if needed.

    Note I also found the following:
    • The controller does not need the battery when connected with a USB cable. (it will even work with the battery removed).
    • To use with a wired cable do not press the Xbox button to turn it on. With the cable connected the light will come on using power from the USB connection.
    • However, I have found that taking out the battery does cause the controller to forget its pairing with the PC. That means it needs to be repaired with the PC if a wireless connection is desired.
     
    MisterEd, Oct 8, 2024
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  4. Wired series X controller connects briefly, then stops working while still getting power

    Xbox Series X Controller

    I recently purchased a red wired xbox series X controller to play the new Halo game on my PC. But it won't connect; it shows up in my device manager but it does not show drivers or any way to install them.

    I tried to download the Xbox Accessories app to see if I could update the drivers from it but I can't find the app on my PC even though the websites tells me I already have the app downloaded.

    The controller works on my other PC just fine, I am getting frustrated that it just doesn't want to work on this one.

    I'm running windows 10
     
    MatthewHood64, Oct 8, 2024
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