Is it possible to get an XBOX controller to work on the PC without the WR?

[Tyrion]

I stupidly purchased the wireless controller, that said "for the pc" assuming that it came with all the parts to make it work "for the pc" but, all it came with was just thecontroller and two batteries. Is there a way to make the XBOX controller work without the wireless reciever?

[Bad 💀 Motha]

No, u must have a receiver.
"For Windows PC" just means it comes with the software disc. Which u really do not need anyways. As you can download the driver if needed, or get from Windows Updates on most of the OS'

When paired with a 360 Console, the console itself already has the receiver inside. So on a PC u must buy a receiver seperate for it to be able to connect.

If were me, I would return the controller u have, as the "For Windows PC" version even costs a little more.

Then get any regular 360 wireless controller, and a Microsoft Wireless Controller Receiver. If u don't want to do this, return the controller and get the Wired version.

[Tyrion]

Well, this apparently was just a normal XBOX controller, because looking around the price was the same for the one I bought.

[Bad 💀 Motha]

Here are links if u need em. Tried my best to find cheap prices. Otherwise look on Ebay.

360 Wired Controller = $34.55[www.amazon.com]

360 Wireless Controller = $36.37[www.amazon.com]
360 USB Wireless Receiver for PC = $19.94[www.amazon.com]

If you play alot, the AA batteries won't last very long. Good thing is the wireless controllers auto-power-off when idle for certain period, I think 10 mins, not exactly sure on the time. Instead of $20 for play and charge kit, I would instead get a good set of rechargable AA with wall charger combo pack.

Here is one for reference:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GF2L7E
Again not the best price. I got this @ Walmart for $20
But overall is good idea because then those AA can be used for basically anything. Plus the included charger allows using rechargable AAA if u have a use for them, like in a Camera for example. This charger included 4x AA recharables, so then u already have 2 sets to swap back and forth with on your wireless controller.



The differences in 360 controllers are; there is 360 Controller, and 360 Controller for Windows. The one labeled as "For Windows" comes with Windows software is all. And usually costs a few $ more compared to the one without software.

All u need is a wireless controller and receiver, no software, nothing else.
You can still use a "Play & Charge" cable kit, but it will only take power from USB to charge the battery pack, it will not work as a data cable.

If it was a perfect world, 360 and PC would have Bluetooth, then we wouldn't need any extra receiver. But that's how it is.

[NeoValence]

I bought my wireless reciever on ebay for $13. It works well despite being a knock off and once in a while it will lose connectivity with my controller. The install is a bit tricky too, but the instructions can be found on YouTube with a bit of digging.

[Bad 💀 Motha]

I use the Microsoft one, was around $15 on Amazon when I got it.
Never had any issues.

> Plug in the Receiver, let Windows auto-install it, which for Vista or later should go through just fine.

> Once it's finished installing, turn on Wireless Controller. Hit the connect button on the Receiver, then quickly hit the connect button (located near the middle on the front), near where the play&charge kit plugs into. Once both the Receiver and Controller LED turn solid, u should have a connection and Windows auto-installing the controller. If the Receiver goes solid and the Controller is still blinking, u either did not press connect on the Controller fast enough, or the connection failed. Overall once connected I get a very solid uninterupted connection from good 15ft away no problems.

> Once auto install has completed, manually run a check on Windows Updates. If updated Drivers for 360 Receiver/Controller are available, update those.

> If u want an On-Screen Battery Meter for your Controller, install the software for 360 Wireless Controller >
http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/d/xbox-360-wireless-controller-for-windows
If you have Win8, just use the Win7 version and should work fine. Just be sure of 32bit or 64bit OS is all. However, the software is pointless for Wired Controllers. When installed, pressing the Guide button on the Controller will allow you to see the battery status on your screen. Use guide button to toggle this on/off at any time while the controller is on. If you get a repeating circle motion LED on the controller, the batteries are getting low.


Overall not very hard, pretty much the same requirements/process as you might go through for a wireless keyboard and/or mouse.

[_I_]

the microsoft recievers always work
the off brand recievers almost always have issues of some kind

sometimes you can find the ms 360 controller for windows (with the reciever) for arund $35-45

[Tyrion]

Well I tried to get the microsoft one, but don't know if I did, so heres hoping.

[Wampum Biskit]

go to gamestop and buy a pre-owned wired controller...

or a wireless one for that matter (you still need to buy a receiver though)

[Tyrion]

I get "this program has compatibiility issues" when I try to install the software for the receiver, I am using windows 8.

[Bad 💀 Motha]

Diposting pertama kali oleh Tyrion:

I get "this program has compatibiility issues" when I try to install the software for the receiver, I am using windows 8.

While that may be, u should still be able to proceed with the install.
If not, try turning off UAC feature and running the installer as Admin.

Which one did u download?
What OS version do u have? i.e; 32bit or 64bit?

If the installer fails to work completly, which shouldn't be the case cause I've actually used it. I used the Win7 64bit one and installed just fine under Win8 64bit. But for me, I always have UAC off and run as Admin. Obviously not recommended for everyday use, but I find if there is a issue, it's usually related to either of those two things. If u can't get installer to work, let the OS auto-install the receiver. If it says can't install/can't find driver. Then do a manual check on Windows Updates and it should have the needed drivers.

[Tyrion]

Well I wound up getting it to work, I had to choose the driver manually.

[Kinzuko]

you should have checked if it had a wire lol

[Alder]

remove the spaces and you'll most likely be able to do so.... http:// www.howtogeek. com/ 178881/ ask-htg-how-can-i-hook-up-my-xbox-360-controllers-to-my-computer/

[ward.zach]

so i have a 360 wireless with the wired recharging cable. but for some reason i cant get it to connect

[MancSoulja]

Diposting pertama kali oleh ward.zach:

so i have a 360 wireless with the wired recharging cable. but for some reason i cant get it to connect

The 360 play and charge kit doesn't carry any data, you can't use it to connect to the PC. You need a wireless receiver.