Fortunately, setup is pretty straightforward.
This guide is relevant for computers running Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7.
Do You Already Have Bluetooth?
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You should ask yourself this before following the steps below because they involve purchasing a Bluetooth dongle.
It’s possible Bluetooth is already available on your box, but adding a gear just isn’t working.
Bluetooth dongles useUSB, so they plug into the outside of your rig via an openUSB port.
Add a device screen in Windows 11.
Generally speaking, you want to get the fastest Bluetooth transmitter your PC will support.
For most modern PCs, that means a USB 3.0 adapter.
If they’re blue or labeled SS (for SuperSpeed), they’reUSB 3.0.
Each of the four Bluetooth adapters we tried installed on their own.
Bluetooth isn’t restricted to just computers.
you might alsoadd Bluetooth to a TVandget Bluetooth in your car.
You’ll need to open up your system andinstall a PCIe cardthat adds Bluetooth functionality on your motherboard.
SelectStart>Settingsgear icon >Devices>More Bluetooth Optionsto open theBluetooth Settingswindow.
From there select theOptionstab and checkShow the Bluetooth icon in the notification area, then restart Windows.
Most modern Macs have Bluetooth functionality out of the box, but youmight need to enable itin some situations.
Select theApplelogo in the top-left >System Preferences>Bluetooth>Turn Bluetooth On.
