xbox 360 controller not working with pc help

In case anybody else comes wondering across this thread, like I did, in an attempt to troubleshoot their 360 Controller not connecting, I figured I would bump it with what I figured out. If any of you are attempting to connect a wireless controller through a play and charge kit, it won't work. The play and charge cable only transmits power, but not data. To connect a wireless controller, the only option to my knowledge is to buy a wireless receiver and use to it communicate with your controller. Note that Microsoft also makes wired 360 controllers which can connect to the pc via the attached wire; their attached cables transmit the data to the computer, unlike the play and charge cable.

I have a new wireless 360 controller and Microsoft receiver plugged into a new Windows 7 x64 PC.

I seem to be having the same issue, no matter what I do I cannot get the controller to connect and the 4 green lights flash constantly. I've changed batteries, reinstalled the software, everything.

This issue seems ridiculous for a company that makes the operating system and controller hardware. Should be as simple as connecting a wireless mouse. (Which I have also disconnected!)

Have I completely wasted my money on this controller set?

I am having the same issue. I have tried all the above but no matter what I do the light ring on my controller just keeps blinking at about once per second. This is a brand new unit.

Hi mastermusicianxv,     

You may try uninstalling and reinstalling the drivers for controller and check if this helps.

Steps to uninstall and reinstall the sound card driver:

1.    Click on start button.

2.    In the search box type devmgmt.msc and then press enter.

3.    Select the Xbox controller device and right click on it

4.    Now select properties.

5.    In the properties window, under Driver tab, click on Uninstall button.

6.    After the uninstalling the drivers restart the computer. This should automatically install proper drivers for it.

You may also download and install the latest driver for it from manufacturer’s website.

For more information visit http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/Update-a-driver-for-hardware-that-isnt-working-properly

You need not buy any controller specific for window 7. You need to Xbox controller software for windows 7.

http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/windows7/support.mspx

http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/gaming/ProductDetails.aspx?pid=090&active\_tab=systemRequirements#selectedOS

 

Similar issue: http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/w7itprohardware/thread/75692f2f-7361-4bb2-bf03-9de528937ac6/

How to connect your Xbox 360 Controller for Windows to your computerhttp://support.microsoft.com/kb/906347

 

How to connect an Xbox 360 Wireless Controller to your Xbox 360 console or Windows PC

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/906947

If the problem persists, then please contact Xbox support for further assistance. Here’s the link:

http://www.xbox.com/en-GB/support/xbox360/

 

Hope this information is helpful.

Umesh P - Microsoft Support

The information you have provided found widely on other forums.

I same problem but it does not solve by the solution mentioned above.

I have downloaded the driver Xbox 360 accessories 1.2 from web for my windows 7 32 Bit Professional.

http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/d/xbox-360-wireless-controller-for-windows

I have restarted my computer. i have plugged in my Xbox Receiver Usb into my PC ok its starts blinking and as the Controller does not give any indication on it self the X rings keeps on blinking but it works.

THE PROBLEM STARTS :

When i restart my computer it does not recognizes my Xbox 360 wire less controller Receiver. Shows as unknown device in device manager.

Solution required is once the driver is installed windows should not ask it to re install the driver or detect it as a Unknown device and IT DOES NOT UPDATE THE DRIVER AS MENTIONED ABOVE IN YOUR PROCEDURE.

What it is you Expert opinion on the problem?