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).

Download the drivers for the desired device from the device manufacturer's site. Make sure to download the correct drivers that match the version and architecture of Windows. Once downloaded, if necessary, uncompress the downloaded drivers. Make a note of where the drivers are located on the Windows device.

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).

To learn more about differences between security updates, optional non-security preview updates, Out-of-band (OOB) updates, and continuous innovation, see Windows monthly updates explained. For information on Windows update terminology, see the different types of Windows software updates.

Get help updating your Xbox controller when the firmware update fails.

We are releasing a new Xbox Update Preview to the Alpha ring today. Continue reading below to learn all about what's included with this update. Note If you have enabled Keep my console up to date, the update will download and install automatically.

We are releasing a new Xbox Update Preview to the Beta ring today. Continue reading below to learn all about what's included with this update. Note If you have enabled Keep my console up to date, the update will download and install automatically.

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.

Learn how to revert the firmware on an Xbox controller if you’re experiencing Bluetooth connection issues.

We are releasing a new Xbox Update Preview to the Beta ring today. Continue reading below to learn all about what's included with this update. Note If you have enabled Keep my console up to date, the update will download and install automatically.