Fix Bluetooth problems in Windows. If you run into problems trying to connect to a Bluetooth device, here are some troubleshooting steps to try. Note: For general info about how to connect a Bluetooth device to your PC, see Pair a Bluetooth device in Windows.

Remove or block notifications in Edge settings. In Edge, go to Settings and more in the upper right corner of your browser window. Select Settings > Cookies and site permissions and select Notifications. Under Allow, you will find a list of websites that are currently sending you notifications.

Sleeping tabs gives Microsoft Edge a performance boost when using multiple browser tabs simultaneously. It helps optimize the performance of your Microsoft Edge browser by freeing up system resources from unused tabs for the tabs you are actively using.

Check the Xbox services, games, and apps for any service outages.

Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) is what your Xbox uses to set up your router for multiplayer gaming and chat. If you see “UPnP Not Successful” in your console’s Network settings, first see if your router needs an update.

On the VPN settings page, the VPN connection name will display Connected underneath it. On the taskbar, a blue shield will display when you're connected to a recognized VPN. Learn how to create a VPN connection profile in Windows, and then use it to connect to a VPN.

If your mobile device won’t connect to your console during setup. If you’re having trouble completing Xbox console setup from the Xbox mobile app, these solutions can help. Note If the Xbox network is down, you may need to wait until it’s back up to finish console setup.

To adjust power and sleep settings in Windows 11, select Start > Settings > System > Power & battery > Screen and sleep. Screen: Select how long you want your device to wait before turning the screen off when you're not using your device. Sleep: Select how long you want your device to wait before going to sleep when you're not using it.

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How to earn Microsoft Rewards points. It’s easy to rack up Microsoft Rewards points and earn your way toward great rewards like gift cards, movies, games, nonprofit donations, and more. Stay signed in with your Microsoft account and you'll earn points for doing the things you already do.