In this post, you can learn how to download, install and update the Xbox 360 controller driver for your Windows 10 PC. Some solutions to fix Xbox 360 controller driver not working are also included. For more useful free computer software like data recovery program, disk partition manager, system backup and restore tool, video editor/converter/downloader/recorder, etc. you can visit MiniTool Software website.
Xbox 360 controller driver for Windows 10 lets you use the Xbox 360 controller on your Windows PC. You can play the PC video games with Xbox 360 controller instead of the keyboard and mouse. It gives you a new gaming experience. It is designed by Microsoft.
You can learn below how to download and install the Xbox 360 controller driver, update the driver, or fix the driver not working issue on Windows 10.
Download Xbox 360 Controller Driver for Windows 10
Generally, you don’t have to manually download Xbox 360 controller driver for Windows 10 PC. When you plug the Xbox 360 controller into the USB 2.0 or 3.0 port on your computer, Windows 10 will install the Xbox 360 controller driver automatically. However, if Windows 10 doesn’t automatically install the driver, you can manually download it for your Windows 10 PC.
You can go to Microsoft website and search for the Xbox 360 controller driver to download it for Windows 10 (64-bit or 32-bit).
How to Update Xbox 360 Controller Driver for Windows 10
You can manually update the driver of Xbox 360 controller on Windows 10 by following the instructions below.
- Right-click Start and select Device Manager to open Windows Device Manager.
- Expand Other Devices. Right-click Unknow device and select Update driver.
- Click Browser my computer for driver software or Search automatically for updated driver software to update Xbox 360 controller driver to a newer version.
Fix Xbox 360 Controller Driver Not Working on Windows 10
If your Xbox 360 controller driver is not working on your Windows 10 computer, you can try the tips below to fix the issue.
Fix 1. Updating the Xbox 360 (wireless/wired) controller driver on Windows 10 may fix various issues. The update guide is included above.
Fix 2. Uninstall and reinstall the driver for Xbox 360 controller. Open Device Manager, find and right-click Xbox 360 Wireless Receiver for Windows, and select Uninstall device to uninstall Xbox 360 wireless controller driver on Windows 10. Then restart your computer and Windows 10 should automatically install the missing driver.
Fix 3. Update Windows 10 operating system. You can click Start -> Settings -> Update & Security -> Windows Update -> Check for udpates to check and update your OS to the latest version.
Fix 4. If the Xbox 360 wired controller is not detected by computer, you can plug it out and plug it into another USB port on your PC.
How to Set Up a Wired/Wireless Controller on a Windows 10 PC
To set up the wired controller of Xbox 360 on Windows 10, you can plug the device into the USB 2.0/3.0 port on PC. Let Windows 10 automatically install the driver for the Xbox 360 controller. Then you can play a game with your controller to test it.
To set up the Xbox 360 wireless controller, you can connect the Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver to your PC, install the Xbox gaming receiver software, and connect your controller to your computer.
For more information about how to connect and set up an Xbox 360 controller for Windows 10, you can check: How to Connect an Xbox 360 Controller to a Windows PC.
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