However, if the adapter wasn't detected correctly, you may need to install the Bluetooth driver manually.Īdding a Bluetooth adapter should be a plug-and-play process, but depending on the device, you may need to install its driver manually using these steps: Allow the system to detect and install the required driver automatically.Īfter you complete the steps, the adapter will install, and you should be able to start pairing devices to your computer.Connect the Bluetooth dongle to your computer.In these instructions, we're outlining the basic steps to install a dongle adapter: Adding Bluetooth adapterĭepending on whether you're using a desktop computer or laptop, there are different ways to add Bluetooth to your device.
However, you can only use one Bluetooth adapter per computer, which means that the installation process will be different whether you're adding new or upgrading an old adapter. If your device doesn't include support for Bluetooth, you can always install a new adapter using a USB dongle or upgrading the Wi-Fi adapter (usually on laptops). As a result, the best method to find out is using Device Manager. You can also use the Bluetooth & other devices settings page to find out if an adapter is available, but only if the adapter is already enabled. Once you complete the steps, you will know for sure if your computer has a Bluetooth adapter. The specific steps you see next will vary based on which version of Windows you’re using, but it’s all pretty straightforward, and the general verbiage hasn’t changed much over the years.Source: Windows Central (Image credit: Source: Windows Central) (You can also type “Bluetooth” in the Windows Start Menu search to jump to the Bluetooth menu, too.) Right-click the icon and choose “Add a Bluetooth Device” from the context menu. (We’re not going to say that every Bluetooth frustration we’ve ever had was related to failing to notice a device wasn’t in pairing mode, but it’s up there on the list of reasons.)Īfter inserting the dongle (and with the appropriate drivers installed), a Bluetooth icon should appear in the system tray, as seen in the screenshot below. Now is a great time to turn the device on and ensure it is in pairing mode. Now that you have the dongle installed, you’re ready to pair a device. Because, hey, Bluetooth 4.0 might not be cutting edge these days, but old Bluetooth is better than no Bluetooth. If you left everything installed, you can pop into the Device Manager and turn on the old Bluetooth radio. Let’s say, for example, you realize a half hour into a flight that your laptop is missing the updated Bluetooth dongle.
It’s also useful to leave it installed, so it’s ready to go on the off chance you need it.
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