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Does wireless Xbox 360 controller have a USB port?

Original Xbox 360 controllers that are wireless, do not support connections over USB.
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Do wireless Xbox controllers have a USB port?

The bottom and back of the wireless controller

USB charge port (4): This port is on the top edge of the controller above the Xbox button . It's a recessed mini-USB port, which connects your wireless controller to the console using a mini-USB cable.
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What is the port for on Xbox 360 wireless controller?

The expansion port on the Xbox 360 wireless controller lets you connect optional accessories, such as the Xbox 360 Headset. Note The expansion port is under the directional pad (D-pad) and the right stick on the controller.
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How do I connect my Xbox 360 wireless controller to my USB?

Plug the Xbox 360 controller into any USB 2.0 or 3.0 port on the computer. Windows 10 will automatically install drivers for your controller, so you won't have to download or install software other than Windows 10 updates.
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How to connect a wireless Xbox 360 controller to PC without USB?

Press and hold the Pair button  on your controller for three seconds (the Xbox button  will start flashing rapidly).
  1. On your PC, press the Start button , then choose Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices (on Windows 11: Settings > Bluetooth & devices).
  2. Turn on Bluetooth.
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How to use Xbox360 controller with USB cable

Can wireless controllers be wired?

You have two options for connecting your Xbox Wireless Controller to your console: using the console's Pair button  for a wireless connection and using a USB to micro-USB cable (or USB to USB-C cable) for a wired connection.
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Why won t my Xbox 360 wireless controller connect to my console?

This may mean one of the following: The Xbox 360 Wireless Controller batteries are weak, or the Xbox 360 Rechargeable Battery Pack needs recharging. Another wireless device, such as a microwave oven, a cordless phone, or a wireless router, is causing interference. Four controllers are already connected to the console.
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How to connect Xbox 360 wireless controller without receiver?

On your PC, click on the Add Bluetooth or other devices option. Select the Bluetooth option. Now, your Windows PC will begin to search for nearby Bluetooth devices. Once it finds the Controller, simply select it.
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Do all Xbox controllers come with a USB cable?

No, this Xbox controller does not come with a cable, however it is compatible with most standard USB-C cables. To get a Xbox controller with the cable, we recommend getting the Xbox Controller for Xbox Series X/S and USB-C Cable.
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Does any USB work with Xbox controller?

If you're using an Xbox Series controller, then you'll need a USB-C to USB-A cable, as the port at the top of the controller is different. If you have USB-C ports on your PC, you can also use a USB-C to USB-C cable for the Xbox Series controller.
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Does Xbox 360 wireless controller use Bluetooth?

The Xbox 360 controller uses a proprietary wireless protocol, and NOT Bluetooth. So the standard wireless devices in your computer can't work with the Xbox 360 wireless controller. You absolutely definitely need the Wireless Gaming Receiver for Windows if you wish to use your Xbox 360 controller on your PC.
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How do I know if my Xbox 360 controller is wireless?

If it's the same plastic as the face of the controller, without any seams, you have a Bluetooth gamepad. If it's the same plastic as the bumper buttons, with a seam between the Guide button and the controller's face, it's a non-Bluetooth gamepad.
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How to connect wireless Xbox 360 controller to PC without Bluetooth?

Option 1: USB

Plug a micro-USB charging cable into the top of the controller and plug the other end into your PC. If you're using an Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2, or Xbox Adaptive Controller, connect your controller by using a USB-C cable.
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How do I update my Xbox 360 controller?

Open the Xbox Accessories app. Connect your Xbox Wireless Controller by using a USB cable or the Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows. When the controller is connected, you'll see the message Update Required if an update is mandatory. Install the update.
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Why is my Xbox 360 wired controller flashing and not connecting?

A fast blinking light indicates that your Xbox controller is trying to connect to a console or PC. Slow blinking usually indicates that there is likely an issue with the battery pack. The most common causes of a blinking Xbox controller include: The controller battery is possibly drained or dying and must be replaced.
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How do you turn a wireless Xbox controller into a wired one?

You just need to plug in a micro usb cable into the Xbox controller and then to the Xbox or PC.
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How do I connect my old Xbox 360 wireless controller to my PC?

Set up a wireless controller on a Windows PC
  1. Step 1: Connect the Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver to your computer. ...
  2. Step 2: Install the Xbox gaming receiver software. ...
  3. Step 3: Connect the Xbox 360 wireless controller to your computer.
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