After 20 years of development in the video game console market, the new Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S are presented. These are state-of-the-art consoles and an attractive technological level. That, however, does not eliminate the presence of problems that can complicate its operation. For this reason, when these problems affect the command, you need to know how to solve it.
What is the process to restart your console controller correctly?
Wireless hassles exist, even on the cutting-edge Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. Then you’d better consider the following process to reboot your controller without fail:
Completely turn off the remote
It is and will be the first thing we should do. As easy and simple as it is, it might solve the problem. In the center of the control is a button with the X icon. Just press it for about six seconds and you’re good to go.
Power off the console and unbind the controller
Now, to fully deactivate the device’s link to the console, you have to turn off the console itself. Subsequently, a reconfiguration will be required, which is done through a PC. When you finish this step, you can be totally sure that the unbinding of the controller is done.
Turn on your Xbox and press the pairing button
The next thing to do is turn on the Xbox and press the pairing button, located on the front. Pressed for a couple of seconds, the system will be searching for the link with the active command.
Activate the pairing of your controller
Almost the same as the previous action, only this time in control. The pairing button is found at the top. Again, you press it for at least two seconds to start the pairing. In the process, the Xbox Series X/S logo will be flashing on both devices. The reestablishment of the connection will be done in a few seconds.
Verify that the controller and your Xbox are paired
If you have followed the entire process to the letter up to here, there should no longer be any failure. It would be enough to see if the control light stopped flashing and if all its components respond. If this is not the case, it is best to repeat the entire process from the beginning to verify.
This will allow you to be able to better synchronize your controller and thus be able to enjoy a better experience, since you will be able to open your games more quickly without having to wait for the controller.
How to update the controller if it keeps crashing after reboot?
One of the reasons for failures is outdated firmware. Upgrading Xbox Series controller components is as easy as plugging them into the console via the USB port. The update will be done in the background, but you should be careful not to unplug them while it is installing.
How to fix a controller that turns off automatically and for no reason?
One of the most common drawbacks is the tendency for the controller to turn off in the middle of a game. It can be due to several reasons, but all of them have their solution to try.
Replace the batteries
Extended use of batteries, as you might expect, leads to the need to replace them eventually. A few new batteries may be enough to fix the annoyance.
Connect the controller to your console with a Micro-USB cable
When the problem persists even with new batteries, it is best to try a Micro-USB cable. Connect the controller to your Xbox Series with the cable and verify its operation. If everything goes well, it may mean that the fault is in the wireless connection of the controller.
Unplug your console
In certain cases, the problem may lie with the console itself. To check if this is the case, turn off the computer completely and proceed to disconnect it. When you do, you can turn it back on, run the sync, and see if everything is working normally. It should be noted that this failure cannot be confused with the Xbox Series X error 0x87E10BC6 when running a game.
What are the solutions available for a remote that does not turn on?
When you have a device on your Xbox that is not responding at all, consider some of the following solutions:
Check that the battery contacts work
A worn or oxidized contact can affect the connection of the batteries. A very common situation is also that they are poorly positioned, so adjusting them may be enough to have your controller ready.
firmware update
As already mentioned, the updates are executed by connecting a USB cable. It often happens that the background update can be interrupted by various cases, generating serious obstacles to the quality of the control. Either way, it’s good to check if the firmware is up to date by accessing the configuration options on the system. In the process, you may be prompted to enable developer mode on your Xbox to perform certain actions.
Contact Xbox Customer Support
In case you still have issues with it after running the procedures described here, you can contact Xbox support. The technicians will attend to your report and look for a feasible way to fix the problem with your controller.