Once synced, tapping the Xbox Guide button will show a small status icon on the computer screen, similar to the Xbox Live pop-ups on a It reveals how many controllers are connected up to four will work, but we only tried two , as well as the battery status and any other relevant info. Not content with a single PC, we also tried the wireless receiver on a second XP machine and a brand-new Vista box as well.
On the second XP PC, we were unable to get the wireless headset working. It was recognized, but Windows kept asking us for a compatible driver--which we could neither locate on the disc nor download. We did find an updated version of the software on Microsoft's Web site version 1. Truth be told, that particular XP machine has quite a few issues, so the fault is likely attributable to the PC more than the wireless receiver.
Still, we did notice quite a few complaints on Microsoft's own forums while investigating the issue. When we went to install on a Vista machine, the new OS pre-emptively warned us that the newer software was available, so we were able to install that one straight off the bat--and it worked perfectly.
But we did find it strange that the 'check for updates' function that pre-installs with the CD version did not notify us that the newer version was available on the XP machine. On older games, however, your options will be limited. If the individual title supports gamepads, you won't have a problem, but otherwise, you'll be out of luck.
We tried configuring and to work with the controller using the in-game control menus, and had mixed results. Some of the hard buttons were usable in F. Quake 4 was a total bust--we couldn't map any of the controls to the pad. Click "Have Disk" 7. Browse to the folder where you extracted the driver and click Ok.
If you install this package, your device will be properly recognized by compatible systems, and might even benefit from new features or various bug fixes. Please note that, even though other operating systems might also be compatible, we do not recommend you apply any software on platforms other than the specified ones. Doing so might cause the installation to crash, which could even render the device unusable.
When it comes to installing the package, the steps should not be much of a hassle because each manufacturer tries to make them as easy as possible; usually, you must make check for compatibility, get the package, run the available setup, and follow the instructions displayed on-screen. However, due to the large number of devices out there and the various ways for applying these packages, it would be best if you refer to the installation manual first, to be sure of a successful update.
That being said, click the download button, and apply the present software on your product. Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller for Windows drivers are tiny programs that enable your Gaming Accessory hardware to communicate with your operating system software.
Maintaining updated Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller for Windows software prevents crashes and maximizes hardware and system performance. Using outdated or corrupt Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller for Windows drivers can cause system errors, crashes, and cause your computer or hardware to fail.
Furthermore, installing the wrong Microsoft drivers can make these problems even worse. Recommendation: If you are inexperienced with updating Microsoft device drivers manually, we highly recommend downloading the Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller for Windows Driver Utility.
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