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Unable to remove or reconnect bluetooth headset

Anonymous
2023-04-10T17:56:12+00:00

I am trying to connect my Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones to my PC, they used to connect but now they wont.

The device is listed as paired and when I click connect, it says "Connecting" where it currently says paired in the image, but only for less than a second, then it goes back to saying 'Paired".

So then I try removing the device in hopes I can re pair and connect it, but is simply says "Removing Device" for about 5 seconds and then says removed failed.

I know the bluetooth works on the computer fine as I have connected bluetooth controllers to it, and the headphones bluetooth works as I can connect it to other devices as well.

I have already tried removing it via device manager, by right clicking "WH- 1000XM3" and clicking uninstall.

Other solutions I found online and havent work for me include

  • going to device manager, restarting the device association service and clicking remove device (still says remove failed)
  • running the bluetooth troubleshooter
  • updating windows and bluetooth driver

any assistance would be appreicated

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Devices and drivers

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  1. Anonymous
    2023-09-21T12:47:15+00:00

    I finally figured out what the problem was

    Apparently, if you use a previous Bluetooth USB Adapter, and then replace it with a new one, the system still detects the USB still being functional in the PC (Even when the USB is already replaced) You want to open up Device Manager>>View>>Show Hidden Devices,

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    then you want to click on Bluetooth and it should show the old Bluetooth USB drivers, and you're gonna want to delete the drivers that have already been replaced then your headphones should finally disconnect by its self.

    (P.S after you do this, you want to reconnect your Bluetooth USB Adapter for one last time and it should detect your headphones when you pair it again.)

    Hope, this was helpful.

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  1. Anonymous
    2024-05-16T19:22:21+00:00

    FINALLY I GOT WORKING SOLUTION!

    After 2 days digging I found a solution here:

    https://superuser.com/questions/1696720/removed-bluetooth-device-keeps-re-appearing

    Will post it here because this page appears on top of search results:

    • Download this very old command line bluetooth toolset: Bluetooth command line tools - work with bluetooth from the command line
    • Install it, make sure you enable the option to "Add Bluetooth Command Line Tools directory to path"
    • Open Powershell
    • type in "btpair -u"
    • Boom, BT devices are gone
    • Restart your PC
    • Try to pair your BT device again
    • Cry tears of joy

    I personally dont like Bluetooth technology itself because it always was and will be buggy.

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  2. Anonymous
    2023-04-12T05:31:21+00:00

    Hey, I haven't received the message from you yet. If there is anything more that I can do for you or if anything is unclear, please do not hesitate to let me know.

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  3. Anonymous
    2024-02-20T18:40:39+00:00

    A Solution Exists!

    I experienced this issue personally and conducted an exhaustive search online. Despite encountering numerous ineffective remedies, I observed that this problem has persisted for years without a clear solution for many.

    Fortunately, this video presents a solution. While I'm not sure what exactelly do the outcome, diligently following each step provided should reliably resolve the issue.

    Please remember to express your gratitude to the creator of the video.

    And congratulations, you finally solve the issue.

    here is the video:

    Fix Bluetooth Failed to Remove Device on Windows 10 (youtube.com)

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  4. Anonymous
    2023-11-09T02:36:27+00:00

    I finally figured out what the problem was

    Apparently, if you use a previous Bluetooth USB Adapter, and then replace it with a new one, the system still detects the USB still being functional in the PC (Even when the USB is already replaced) You want to open up Device Manager>>View>>Show Hidden Devices,

    Image

    then you want to click on Bluetooth and it should show the old Bluetooth USB drivers, and you're gonna want to delete the drivers that have already been replaced then your headphones should finally disconnect by its self.

    (P.S after you do this, you want to reconnect your Bluetooth USB Adapter for one last time and it should detect your headphones when you pair it again.)

    Hope, this was helpful.

    I had the same problem. Thank you for the solution!

    Problem Solved. Thank you

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