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How to Connect the Wireless Xbox 360 Controller to Windows

The Microsoft Xbox 360 controller can be used on a Windows-based computer. This allows you to play your favorite games using a controller instead of a keyboard. This is particularly beneficial for classic ROMS and other legacy games that were designed for a console, as it allows you to play them the way they were intended. While connecting the wired controller is straightforward, you must connect a wireless receiver to use the Xbox 360 wireless controller.

Things You'll Need

Wireless receiver

Instructions

- 1
  Connect the USB end of the wireless receiver to an available USB port on your computer. Allow a few moments for Windows to detect the device. Once detected, Windows will automatically install the driver for your device and display a balloon tip on your task bar informing you that installation is complete.
- 2
  Turn on your wireless Xbox 360 controller by holding down the "Guide" button.
- 3
  Locate the "Wireless" button on the top of the controller next to the "LB" button, and then locate the "Wireless" button on top of the receiver.
- 4
  Press the "Wireless" buttons on both devices simultaneously, and then release. This syncs the two devices.

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