Windows Xp: Generic Bluetooth Driver

If Windows XP detects your Bluetooth dongle as "Unknown Hardware" or another category, use these steps to force the generic driver:

: Go to Start > Run , type devmgmt.msc , and press Enter. Windows Xp Generic Bluetooth Driver

: Click Next and then Finish . A Bluetooth icon should now appear in your taskbar. Troubleshooting Connectivity If Windows XP detects your Bluetooth dongle as

: Select "Don't search. I will choose the driver to install". Assign Driver : Choose Bluetooth Radios from the hardware list. Troubleshooting Connectivity : Select "Don't search

: Right-click the device name and select Update Driver .

Windows XP includes a driver that was first introduced with Service Pack 2 (SP2) to provide native support for many Bluetooth devices. If your hardware is not automatically recognized, you can manually force the system to use this "in-box" driver to enable basic connectivity. How to Install the Generic Bluetooth Driver