Windows 11 uses Windows Update to install recommended drivers automatically and lets you manually install optional driver updates when they’re available. Note: Optional drivers aren’t installed automatically. To manually install optional driver updates: Select Start and then select Settings > Windows Update > Advanced options.

All but the original Xbox Wireless Controller can take updates wirelessly without connecting with a USB cable. This controller has a small, circular 3.5-mm port on the bottom of the controller (if your controller has this port, you can only update via USB cable).

Update drivers through Device Manager in Windows. Tip: The best way to get driver updates in Windows is automatically using Windows Update. For more information, see Automatically get recommended drivers and updates for your hardware.

Use the following steps to update the driver. Update the Bluetooth driver using Device Manager. Select Start, type Device Manager, and then select it from the results. Expand Bluetooth to view the list of Bluetooth devices and adapters. Right-click your Bluetooth adapter, and then select Update driver. Select Search automatically for drivers.

All but the original Xbox Wireless Controller can take updates wirelessly without connecting with a USB cable. This controller has a small, circular 3.5-mm port on the bottom of the controller (if your controller has this port, you can only update via USB cable).

Learn how to get the latest software and driver updates for your Windows 10/11 device so you can keep playing your Xbox games.

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Updates help improve the performance of your Xbox Adaptive Controller. Also, if you’re having issues such as peripherals not responding, this could indicate that your controller has a pending firmware update.

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Because the drivers for the Xbox Wireless Adaptor for Windows are embedded within the Windows 10/11 operating system, the adaptor should auto-install. If it doesn't, try the following solutions: Make sure your Windows device is connected to the internet.