Xbox 360 Wireless Adapter for PC Archives

While most PC gamers use the traditional tools of the trade (a mouse and keyboard), certain game genres work better with a controller. Sure, you could spend $19.99-$89.99 on a PC-exclusive game controller, but why waste money when you can use your Xbox 360's controllers on any Windows computer? Install a wired controller is easy enough, as the drivers normally download automatically, but connecting a wireless game pad  requires a bit more work.

To connect to a wireless Xbox 360 controller, you need to first invest in the HDE Wireless Receiver for Xbox 360 or the Komodo Wireless Gaming Receiver, both of which are available on Amazon for $13.49 and $10.94 respectively. For this how-to, we went with the HDE model in tandem with the MSI GS70. After you've purchased the wireless receiver, follow these steps to get your wireless Xbox 360 controller running on your PC.

1. Plug the wireless receiver into an available USB port. The PC will act like it is installing drivers but there are a couple of more steps.

2. Visit Microsoft.com and download the most recent driver for the Xbox 360 Controller for PC.

3. Install the driver.

4. Go to Device Manager, right click Unknown Device under the Other Device header and select Update Driver Software.

5. Select the Browse my computer for the driver software option.

7. Choose the Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer option.

8. Scroll down and select Xbox 360 Peripherals and click the Next button.

9. Choose the most up-to-date version of the Xbox 360 Controller for Windows. You'll receive a message warning you that the driver is not recommended. Ignore this and hit the Yes button.

10. Press the pair button on the receiver while simultaneously hitting the small pairing button.

11. Press the Xbox Guide button and wait for the top right light to come on.

12. Launch your game and have fun!              

Project moved from code.google.com/p/xbox360wirelesschatpad

This application will allow you to use your Xbox 360 Wireless Controllers + Attached Chatpads on a Windows PC cordless through an Xbox 360 Wireless Receiver. Its been tested on Windows XP and Windows 7 64-Bit with decent success.

Special Thanks to Ryan and Brandon who's source code this project is based on.

Disclaimer: As this is free, open-source software I hold no liability for any damages it may cause to you or your equipment. There isn't too much being installed, and I believe everything can be un-done but, use at your own risk. See the Readme.txt inside the archive for more details.

Previous Updates

• Improved error handling.
• Fixed issue with controller connection and multiple navigation shortcuts executing.
• Updated with closer Xbox button mappings. Hopefully this help until custom button mapings can be implemented (soon-ish)
• Added Mouse Mode to be remembered as a setting over multiple launches.
• Added LED indicators for Mouse Mode. Green LED when Mouse Mode turns On, Red LED when Mouse Mode turns Off.
• Reversed direction of Log messages in the textbox.
• Fixed an issue where Ctrl1 Trigger As Button was not being remembered properly.
• New Feature: Special Command - Disable Controller by holding down Left Trigger + Right Trigger + Back for more than 5 seconds.
• New Feature: Special Command - Toggle Mouse Mode by holding down Left Bumper + Right Bumper + Back for more than 3 seconds. See below for further details.
• Added Multiple Controller Support. This is preliminary and is VERY difficult for me to test properly with the lack of controllers. I make no guarantees that it will work flawlessly but please open an issue if you're having problems. For multiple controllers to work you must have multiple vJoy devices configured using the vJoyConf utility like described below. There is a counter on the bottom right of the utility you can increment to specify additional devices.
• Changed FFXIV Compatibility mode to Trigger As Button mode. The biggest difference the compatibility mode did was make the left and right triggers react as normal buttons instead of a full ranged axis. This was necessary for FFXIV to properly address them. Note that the non-FFXIV button mapping no longer exist as an option without compiling the source individually. I'm looking into making the customization more flexible (there has been much outcry over it) but it will take some time.
• Massive reorganization and cleanup of the code and repository as a whole.
• Attempted having the application create the vJoy configuration, skipping a full install step. However this will take a bit more time.

Known Functional Limitations

-The native XInput driver is replaced with a non XInput driver. This may cause issues when using the controller in newer games that are expecting XInput functionality. It is planned to add a feature that allows for the switching between the chatpad driver and native XInput driver to work around this issue. Another workaround is to use the x360ce program which allows a non-XInput device to emulate an XInput device.

-Headset not supported. The scope of this application is not to create a driver but drive existing drivers (vJoy). To implement this I would need to find a virtual audio driver or create my own, and it may not work great due to latency issues anyway. Also, because this is windows, there are many ways to attach a headset/microphone other than through the Xbox 360 Controller. In short, I don't see a huge need for this functionality, but feel free to post an issue if you'd really like to see it added. With enough support, I may try to explore it.

-Force Feedback not supported. This can be done now since vJoy supports force feedback using the latest version, but I don't know how to send the commands to the controller since the developer who knew how to send these signals has not had any activity on this project since the Google Code Shutdown.

-Not all 3rd party receivers work very well with this project. Microsoft receivers are recommended to be used with this project. Some 3rd party receivers work fine and some don't work at all. Most connection issues are due to the use of a 3rd party receiver or an installation error. If you are using a 3rd party receiver and cannot get the chatpad or controller to connect and you are sure everything is installed correctly, unfortunately there is nothing I can do to fix this. If you are having issues with a 3rd party receiver that is not connection-based, or a connection issue with a Microsoft-branded receiver, post an issue and please specify if you are using a 3rd party receiver.

Installation Directions

There's a unique method of getting this driver to work which requires two other applications to be installed. Follow these installation instructions exactly before submitting any issues.

Installing the LibUSB Driver

1. Plug-In and Install the Native Drivers for your XBOX 360 Wireless Receiver.
2. Download LibUSB here. (v1.2.6)
3. Extract the Archive to a Directory.
4. Execute the following as an Admin: Directory/bin/Architecture/install-filter-win.exe
5. Select "Install a Device Filter".
6. Select the item with Description "Xbox 360 Wireless Receiver for Windows".
7. Select "Install" then after the confirmation box select Cancel.
8. Execute the following path: Directory/bin/inf-wizard.exe
9. Select "Next".
10. Select the item with Description "Xbox 360 Wireless Receiver for Windows".
11. Select "Next" then save the new .inf somewhere.
12. Select "Install Now" to install the driver.
13. Select OK at the confirmation, the LibUSB driver should now be installed.

Installing the vJoy Driver

1. Download vJoy here. (v2.0.2)
2. Install as an Admin with at least the vJoy Configuration Application.
3. Run "Configure vJoy" from the newly created Start Menu folder.
4. Match the following selection then hit OK: * Basic Axes Selected: X, Y, Z, R/Rz/Rudder * Additional Axes Selected: Rx, Ry * POV Hat Switch: Continuous * POVs: 1 * Number of Buttons: 11
5. The Configuration utility will disappear, the vJoy Driver should now be installed.
6. Note: For multiple controller support you can specify additional configurations with this utility. Use the counter in the bottom right of the program to change between 1, 2, 3, and 4 controllers.

Running the Xbox 360 Wireless Chatpad Application

1. Download the latest version of the application here.
2. Extract all of the files in the archive to a single directory.
3. Execute "Xbox 360 Wireless Chatpad.exe"
4. Follow in instruction in the application to connect your controller.

Note: The first time you connect a controller, you should Calibrate it using the Windows Game Controllers utility in the Control Panel (Windows XP). The following describes different Axes during calibration (Xbox Stick: Windows Name)

• Left Stick: Primary Axis
• Left Trigger: Z Axis
• Right Trigger: Z Rotation
• Right Stick X: X Rotation
• Right Stick Y: Y Rotation

Final Fantasy XIV Users

In order to use the Final Fantasy XIV compatibility mode, the vJoystick should be configured with the following settings instead of above:

• Basic Axes Selected: X, Y, Z, R/Rz/Rudder
• POV Hat Switch: Continuous
• POVs: 1
• Number of Buttons: 13 It is fine if you've already configured above, just re-run the utility and use these settings. Afterwards, launch the program like normal but before selection the Connect Controller button, check the Final Fantasy XIV box. After connecting, calibrate like normal in Windows, then you "should" be good to go in Final Fantasy XIV. In-game, you'll definitely want to check the controller calibration options to validate the settings are working properly.

Special Commands

Mouse Mode will allow you to move the mouse cursor, perform both left and right clicks, and scroll a window vertically. To enable Mouse Mode simply hold down the following button combination for 3 seconds:

• Left Bumper + Right Bumper + Back Once in Mouse Mode use the left stick to move the mouse cursor. Holding down the Left Trigger will scale how fast the cursor moves. Use the A Button for Left Click and B Button for Right Click. Use the Right Joystick Y Axis to scroll a window vertically, similar to a mouse wheel.

To shut down a controller while leaving the application running hold down the following button combination for 5 seconds:

• Left Trigger + Right Trigger + Back To reconnect the controller, simply press the Guide button like normal.

Tech Virus 465,813 views. The Xbox One Wireless Gamepad might have Xbox in the name, but you aren't limited to pairing it with just a console. You’ll need a hardware adapter to use the controller wirelessly.. Macs also support Sony’s latest controllers by default, even with a wireless connection. If you’re sitting at your computer desk and not across the living room, for example–then you might just want to skip the whole hassle, just That’s right, you can’t just connect a wireless Xbox 360 controller to your PC using Bluetooth, or anything like that. Well, Achilles heel may be somewhat strong, but it remains to be shocking news. Xbox 360 controllers use a propriety 2.4Ghz communication method that need a specific a USB adapter made for the Xbox 360 controller–no substitutes allowed. If you must shop on Amazon, be sure you’re buying a product marked “fulfilled by Amazon” and be ready to return it if it ends up that the product is not an official model. You can get wired controllers cheap and they have rumble free options for even less.Yes!

That said, when you want to connect the Xbox 360 to the Internet while playing online or when downloading games on the Internet, both the Xbox 360 and the laptop or desktop computer should be turned on.There’s absolutely no logical reason why Microsoft didn’t build the Xbox 360 with a Wi-Fi. I think you meant to ask one of the people who answered.New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be castEverything and anything related to the Xbox 360. Did you see our guide on Another thing to keep in mind is to make sure that the laptop or the desktop computer is turned on and connected to the Wi-Fi or to the Internet.
Look down at the bottom of the hardware list for the Xbox adapter entry:On Windows 7 and earlier, you’ll be prompted by the “Add Hardware” wizard to add the USB adapter. The knockoffs are almost always branded “X360”, seen above right, and usually say “PC Wireless Gaming Receiver” or a variation on the back. Or, you can simply try the two methods above and get around the problem using devices that you already have.

Picking from these potential options is the most important step in the project.If you don’t mind paying a premium (and potentially buying an extra controller you don’t need) then the most frustration-free and guaranteed-to-work method is to The MSRP of the official bundle $59.95, and you’ll usually find it at close to that price at places like Best Buy. Plug the USB connector of your Xbox 360 controller into any USB 2.0 or 3.0 port on your Windows PC. If you can find it cheaper from a reputable retailer, then by all means jump on it. So a wireless controller can You can either buy a replacement wireless receiver (if yours is broken) or buy a wired controller.

(On the off chance that yours have gone missing, however, you can You’ll be given the option to search for the drivers in a location you specify or you can pick from a list of device drivers already installed. So a wireless controller can only be connected wirelessly, which means you need to replace your adapter. The connection button is in one of three places, depending on your Xbox 360 model: Original Xbox 360 - Right of the memory card slots. After that, you can enjoy the games on your Windows PC.This article will show you top 3 Xbox 360 emulators that can be used on Windows PC. Then Windows 10 will automatically install drivers for the Xbox 360 controller. One thing’s for sure: there’s no stopping us from finding a workaround in connecting the Xbox 360 to the Internet without the need for a wireless adapter.Xbox wireless adapters can cost around $60 to $90. If you want to use Xbox One controller on PC, check out the post now.Copyright © 2020 MiniTool® Software Limited, All Rights Reserved. You can confirm this by opening up the Windows Device Manager–press the Start button and type “device manager” to access it. You can connect an Xbox One controller to your PC via USB, Bluetooth, or an Xbox wireless adapter. Windows 10 can simply and painlessly pair with the controller… How to Connect Xbox 360 to Internet Without Wireless Adapter.

Xbox forums support They sell it in a bundle with a wireless controller–but if you already have a wireless controller, you probably don’t want to buy another one just to get the adapter.If you want to buy the adapter separately, you can, but you’ll either be buying a Chinese knockoff product, or an official adapter that’s been separated from its kit by a third party. If you are one of the people without the Bluetooth equipped Xbox controller, or you have a PC without Bluetooth, you're going to need the Xbox wireless adapter. Don’t worry, you don’t actually need any drivers, as they’re already included with Windows. The Xbox 360 may be the best gaming console in the market, but it doesn’t come perfect. I looked for wired ones on Amazon last night.
The Xbox 360 controller is the typical default configuration for modern PC games, so you shouldn’t have to do any special key bindings or settings tweaks in the vast majority of titles. Still don't know which to get.I realize that this isn't the answer you're looking for, but when my wireless receiver went out, I messed with fixing it, but after too much hassle, I just purchased an Xbox One controller. Apparently, its Achilles heel is something that the Wii and the PlayStation 3 have – a Wi-Fi. And depending on what Xbox 360 controller you use, the steps can be rather simple. If you don’t have the drivers already on your PC, you can either use the included driver disc or download the appropriate drivers Once the adapter is installed (and you’ve confirmed its presence on the Device Manger list) you can jump down the section “Pairing Your Controllers to Your PC”.If you’re stuck with one of the lower-quality knockoffs, we’re sorry–by comparison, it’s a huge pain. However, if you’ve got these at home for other uses, then take advantage of these devices and use them smartly to enjoy your Xbox 360 experience.

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