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How to Use an Xbox Wireless Controller

Still playing the original Xbox? Don't like the over-sized original controller or the cumbersome cords that come with the original Xbox controllers? Get a wireless controller and connect it to solve these problems.

Things You'll Need

Third-party Xbox wireless controller
Batteries (size and number depends on controller)
Xbox video game console

Instructions

Get Your Controller Working
- 1
  Buy a third-party wireless Xbox controller. Mad Catz, Logitech and Pelican all make wireless controllers for the original Xbox.
- 2
  Put the batteries in the correct space allotted for the batteries.
- 3
  Plug in the accessory that comes with the controller to one of the four controller slots on the Xbox.
- 4
  Turn the controller on. This is usually done by pressing a switch on the face or top of the controller (depending on the model).
- 5
  Turn on the Xbox console. The controller will sync automatically and you are ready to play.

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