Why does my Windows 8.1 not have Bluetooth?
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Why does my Windows 8.1 not have Bluetooth?
Go to your laptop manufacturer site and download the latest Bluetooth Drivers for your laptop model and Windows 8.1 system. Download the Drivers and install them. Restart your computer.
Does Windows 8.1 come with Bluetooth?
Microsoft includes the most recent version of the Bluetooth wireless protocol, which allows you to connect to other Bluetooth-enabled devices.
How do I find Bluetooth in Control Panel?
Click the Start button and then click Control Panel. In the Control Panel search box, type ‘Bluetooth’, and then click Change Bluetooth settings. In the Bluetooth Settings dialog box, click the Options tab, select the Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer check box, and then click OK.
Why did my Bluetooth settings disappeared in Windows 8?
if bluetooth adapter is /!\ (frozen for unknown reason, windows does not give error, just hides the link to bluetooth settings link in smartscreen). Windows 8 help says: “If your PC can connect to wireless devices, check that Bluetooth is turned on.
What to do if Bluetooth is missing?
Method 4: Using Windows Troubleshooter
- Press Windows Key+S on your keyboard.
- Type “Settings” (no quotes), then hit Enter.
- Go to the left-pane menu, then select Troubleshoot.
- On the right-pane, click Bluetooth.
- Click Run the Troubleshooter.
- Wait for the tool to complete repairing the Bluetooth issues.
Why is my Bluetooth missing on my PC?
Checking the Bluetooth Service The most common reason why Bluetooth doesn’t show in Settings is that its service isn’t enabled. By default, the service startup type is set as Manual instead of Automatic. We can try starting the service again, changing it to automatic and check if this solves the problem.
Why is Bluetooth not in Device Manager?
In the Device Manager, go to “View > Show hidden devices.” Now, check if the Bluetooth driver appears in the Device Manager. If not, select the Bluetooth node and then go to “Action > Scan for hardware changes.” If this brings the Bluetooth driver, right-click on it and select Update driver.
How do I install Bluetooth on Windows 8?
Press the Windows (logo) key and C simultaneously, or swipe in from the right edge of the screen to open your Charms. Select the Settings charm, and then click Change PC settings. Select Wireless. Change the Wireless or Bluetooth settings to turn On.
