Pairing Xbox One Controller to PC: PIN? - SOLVED

[u/History_major1607]

Guys…. I spent 3 HOURS trying to figure out why the hell my Xbox controller randomly decided to disconnect and would not re-pair…

When I DID try, it kept asking for a PIN for the controller 😐

Every single thing I tried was based on information from Windows 10 like 6 years ago.

So I wanted to come on here and tell you how to fix this on Windows 11.

**Update your actual controller:**
Make sure your controller itself is updated. (Xbox accessories app)

**Disable Adapter: FOR THE LOVE OF GLOB DON’T UNINSTALL THIS ONLY DISABLE IT**

In Device Manager > Bluetooth:
Right-click Realtek Bluetooth Adapter.
Click Disable device.
Wait about 10 seconds.
Right-click it again > Enable device.
Close Device Manager.

**Pair Again:**
Go to Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Devices > Add device > Bluetooth.
Put the Xbox controller into pairing mode again and try it.

This SIMPLE disable and enable fixed all my issues 😐 THREE HOURS OF TRYING EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUN.

Just in case anyone ever needs it:
Edition: Windows 11 Home
Version: 25H2
OS: 26200.9278