
If the driver is still not updating through Device Manager, then there seems to be some unofficial workaround (although, I'm not going to suggest them since they would obviously not be recommended by Microsoft.įrom searching around the net it seems like quite a few are having this problem, and some seem to be suggesting Microsoft removed all official download sources for this driver, and eventually "broke" the Windows update for the driver. For help with other gamepads or joysticks or for information on configuring a specific game so that you can play it with a controller, refer to the manufacturer’s website.



Point to the lower-right corner of the screen, move the mouse pointer up, and then select.
#Windows 7 cant install xbox one controller driver how to#
Here’s how to check for updates manually in the Device Manager: If Windows is not set to automatically download device software, youĬan check for updates through Device Manager. When you connect an Xbox Wireless Controller to your Windows 8.1 or Windows 7 PC with a micro-USB cable, Windows will automatically download and install the drivers for the controller.
