xbox one controller won't connect to PC

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Ezzy Dec 7, 2015 @ 7:19pm

xbox one controller won't connect to PC

I tried using a wire to connect my xbox one controller to my PC but it is not reading it. I loaded up a game and nothing happens.I also went into device manager and I do not see anything showing "xbox one controller" or anything of the sort.I currently have windows 10 home 64x, not an upgraded version. New PC. I don't know what other information you might need so feel free to ask and I will do as best I can.

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Satoru Dec 7, 2015 @ 7:27pm

Make sure you've downloaded the latest drivers from Microsoft

Ezzy Dec 7, 2015 @ 7:31pm

Originally posted by Satoru:
Make sure you've downloaded the latest drivers from Microsoft

Windows 10 is supposed to be "plug and play" now with the wired xbox one controller. Nothing happens when I connect my controller to the USB port (tried all of them)

EDIT http://support.xbox.com/en-US/xbox-on-windows/accessories/connect-xbox-one-controller-to-pc

Last edited by Ezzy; Dec 7, 2015 @ 7:33pm

wuddih Dec 7, 2015 @ 7:35pm

https://support.xbox.com/en-US/xbox-on-windows/accessories/connect-xbox-one-controller-to-pc

If the controller doesn't respond, try a different micro-USB cable.

Ezzy Dec 7, 2015 @ 7:37pm

Originally posted by wuddih:
https://support.xbox.com/en-US/xbox-on-windows/accessories/connect-xbox-one-controller-to-pc

If the controller doesn't respond, try a different micro-USB cable.

I've tried 3 different cables. Same result.

WinnieTheSheit Feb 6, 2016 @ 5:03pm

I've got the same problem.. Have you found a solution yet?

The Rauldinho Feb 6, 2016 @ 5:18pm

Mine works fine.

I think you need to download the "Xbox Accessories" App from the Windows Store possibly? It's only used for updating the controller and configuring the Elite version, but I did this first and it might help?

Ezzy Feb 7, 2016 @ 5:21am

Originally posted by BrumleBass:
I've got the same problem.. Have you found a solution yet?

I did fix the problem. It has to be a data sync cable.

The Rauldinho Feb 7, 2016 @ 6:21am

Good to know, better make sure I keep thy cable away from the kids and their Android devices that use it to charge!

WinnieTheSheit Feb 7, 2016 @ 12:08pm

Originally posted by The Rauldinho:
Mine works fine.

I think you need to download the "Xbox Accessories" App from the Windows Store possibly? It's only used for updating the controller and configuring the Elite version, but I did this first and it might help?

Do I have to own windows 10?

WinnieTheSheit Feb 7, 2016 @ 12:10pm

Originally posted by Stephen:
Originally posted by BrumleBass:
I've got the same problem.. Have you found a solution yet?

I did fix the problem. It has to be a data sync cable.

I Use the one I got with the controller though, shouldn't that be a data sync cable?

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Ezzy Feb 7, 2016 @ 2:39pm

Data sync cables usually have the letter "b" on them. Not all micro usbs work. No you don't need to have Windows 10, although I have it. Google "data sync cables" if none of the cables you have work. I also checked the reviews to make sure someone confirmed it worked on PC to controller.

My cousin is able to use any micro USB cable while I am not. May have something to do with the ports or mobo but if you are having this issue, look into data sync cables.

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WinnieTheSheit Feb 8, 2016 @ 6:51am

Originally posted by Stephen:
Data sync cables usually have the letter "b" on them. Not all micro usbs work. No you don't need to have Windows 10, although I have it. Google "data sync cables" if none of the cables you have work. I also checked the reviews to make sure someone confirmed it worked on PC to controller.

My cousin is able to use any micro USB cable while I am not. May have something to do with the ports or mobo but if you are having this issue, look into data sync cables.

Thanks a lot, I'll try that!

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Barry Celery Nov 2, 2016 @ 4:22pm

what if you have a wired controller that wont work and you've tried everything

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Ezzy Nov 2, 2016 @ 4:27pm

Originally posted by Barry Celery:
what if you have a wired controller that wont work and you've tried everything

What have you tried? Not long after this, windows 10 released an official driver which means it should be plug and play now. Although, for my wireless controller I do still have to use a data sync cable.

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