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Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver for Windows

by Microsoft
Xbox 360 Everyone
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (878 customer reviews)

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  • Works with current and future Xbox 360 wireless accessories.
  • Integrated 2.4GHz high-performance wireless technology.
  • Receiving range up to 30 feet with 4 different devices.
  • Powered by USB 2.0 port on PC, cable length approx. 6 ft. (180 cm).
  • Compatible with Windows (XP/VISTA/7).

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Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver for Windows + Xbox 360 Wireless Controller - Glossy Black
Price for both: $54.08

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Product Details

  • Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
  • ASIN: B000HZFCT2
  • Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7 x 2 inches ; 3.8 ounces
  • Media: Accessory
  • Release Date: February 6, 2007
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (878 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #72 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Wireless WinPC Adapter Xbox 360


Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews
185 of 193 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Yes It's Fake - But - It Does Work! August 22, 2010
By Joe
Amazon Verified Purchase
I was pretty angry when I discovered that this thing is NOT the genuine article but rather a Chinese third-party device. However, my controller connects to it and stays connected without any problems.

Here's how to set it up:

1. Go to Device Manager
2. Select the "Unknown Device"
3. Choose to update the driver under the Driver tab
4. Choose the 'Browse for a driver' (not the exact words but close)
5. Tell it that you want to pick from the list of device drivers
6. Choose the "Microsoft Common Controller for Windows Class" option
7. Pick the Xbox 360 Wireless Receiver
8. Enjoy

This is how I set it up under Windows 7 x64. Other versions of Windows may differ. So far I haven't experienced any problems or issues. Both Devil May Cry 4 and Grand Theft Auto IV, along with all of my emulators work superbly with it.

However, I do plan on getting the real deal. I don't trust this thing to keep working very long.
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169 of 183 people found the following review helpful
Fun: 4.0 out of 5 stars   
As you can see from the other reviews, this device works very well for some, and not so well for others. Putting aside the interference problem with other 2.4ghz devices such as mice (2.4ghz wireless routers will NOT give you problems), I believe there is a single solution to almost everyone's problem, which I will outline below.

After installing the device & software, I couldn't get my black wireless xbox360 elite controller to sync with the receiver. The ring light on the controller would rotate while trying to connect to the receiver. The light on the receiver would blink attempting to locate the controller. After a few seconds, the ring on the controller would stop rotating, and start blinking. A connection could not be made.

After some research, I found the solution. The issue is with USB power. The receiver needs A LOT of it. If you have other devices on your USB, especially high powered USB keyboards or mice, the receiver might not work. Try removing all USB devices and rebooting your PC with only a PS/2 mouse and keyboard connected. The receiver and controller should sync up immediately, even before you finish booting into windows. This fixed my problem.

If this is your problem, there are two solutions. 1) a USB PCI interface card, or 2) an externally powered USB hub (NOT BUS POWERED). I believe the receiver needs a lot of power because its capable of syncing to four separate devices. The USB on most motherboards simply isn't strong enough. Hope this helps.
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185 of 208 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
If you have already bought this item skip to `The work around' to get the device to work

My Story:

I purchased this item because my original Microsoft receiver stopped working after the manufacturer's warranty time of 90 days. The device simply was not working one morning. So I searched online for a replacement and thought I was getting the original Microsoft Xbox 360 receiver because it was advertised that way. (at that time this item was called a "Microsoft Gaming Receiver for Windows" but since has had to change the name because of my warnings and letters) Unfortunately the product did not work right off so I had to contact Microsoft gaming for support. Then after trial and error we discovered that Microsoft did not produce this rip off of their product.

Also Microsoft doesn't print the Words "Xbox 360" on the front of the real product,rather they print "Microsoft." On the back the words Microsoft there will be an 'R' in a circle and behind the words Xbox 360 will be a small 'TM.' This product came with a receiver and packaging that looks VERY similar to the real one but it is not. The genuine item is pictured by other buyers, but they are not what you will get. And that is also not what the advertiser is showing in their sell photo, as noted by the words "XBOX 360" printed on the advertiser's sales photo, so the seller is NOT advertising the item to be by Microsoft anymore. So please post a positive vote for my pictures in the item's gallery to have them posted first and more people don't buy this item with that expectation.)

So that's the bad news, but there is good news too........

The good news is, that this product does still work.
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84 of 100 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Good if you do the work February 9, 2007
Fun: 4.0 out of 5 stars   
First off, the receiver and controller/accessories connect very easily and work great. No issues with lag or bad connections.

The downfall here is that unless your game can specifically be setup to map controls to a gamepad/joystick, you're out of luck (kinda). Microsoft doesn't include any mapping software at all, which really doesn't make a lot of sense, since so few PC games would be naturally compatible with the remote.

Luckily, there is a great piece of software called Pinnacle game profiler. It allows you to specifically map each button to a movement/function in any game (customizable by game). You get a free 30 day trial ($20 after that), but it's worth the money. After spending about 15 minutes setting this up, it works great. I have tested it out on Half-Life 2, F.E.A.R. and Call of Duty 2 with no issues.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Adaptor!
I needed a wireless receiver for my xbox controller to work with my computer. I found this one and it worked. Read more
Published 8 hours ago by MICHAEL JAMES
5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly as described
I'm not sure what some of the other reviewers on here are referring to. The product I received is an actual Microsoft Product, and works like a charm. Read more
Published 16 hours ago by Kyle OBrien
5.0 out of 5 stars Worked right out of the box!
Note: I am using Windows 8 on my PC.

I didn't have to worry about any driver issues, or not receiving the right product. Read more
Published 1 day ago by joe letizia
5.0 out of 5 stars PC Gamer
I prefer to play my games on PC. The difference in processing is Immense and the graphics are outstanding! however for ease of play a controller rules. Read more
Published 1 day ago by Jle71561
5.0 out of 5 stars Works Perfect
I have a windows 8 machine and used this with my 360 controller almost every day since I got it. Had to unplug my Xbox 360 because it kept trying to sync with it.
Published 2 days ago by Frank
5.0 out of 5 stars Works as intended
Works as intended. Can't give it a better review than that. Didn't even have to use the install disk either, just plug and play on Windows 7.
Published 2 days ago by Chavo EGlip
5.0 out of 5 stars Just works
I bought this so I can play on Steam with a controller. It just worked, no issues. I'm pretty content with the purchase
Published 2 days ago by Nicolas J. Hilliard
5.0 out of 5 stars The Receiver
Its a great thing for your computer if you want to use your xbox controller again. I may just buy some more of these...
Published 3 days ago by Silverstreak
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the price
I bought this so I could use it with my Hyperspin setup, works great, and I love the fact that I can connect up to four controllers for multilayer.
Published 4 days ago by Albireo6972
5.0 out of 5 stars Works Perfectly
Mine sure does seem and look like legitimate MS hardware. All discs etc.. were spot on. I have had no issues with it so far after a few months of use. Read more
Published 5 days ago by sto010011
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this is genuine Microsoft product or is a generic product of another...
Depends, the amazon listing is by "Microsoft Software", but I bought from an amazon seller recently that was a generic chinese one (didn't have the name microsoft anywear on it). I'm assuming it works just like the genuine ones.
Apr 1, 2011 by John Smith |  See all 14 posts
How do I turn off the wireless controller?
I wish I did. I have the same problem. I downloaded the wireless receiver software from Microsoft hoping it would help but there's no difference.
Mar 19, 2009 by Andrew Bonikowsky |  See all 4 posts
Does this work with Windows 8?
Yes, I have windows 8 on my MSI GX60 laptop and it works great with no problems. Don't even use the disk to install, just plug the wireless receiver in and windows does the rest.
Mar 23, 2013 by Regan Richardson |  See all 8 posts
does this wireless reciever for multi controllers?
It can have 4 controllers and 4 mics. Hope this helped ;)
Mar 5, 2012 by J. Casselman |  See all 2 posts
Will not stay connected
same thing here. it connects but will randomly disconnect continuously. it must work for some people but seems like a big gamble.
Jan 10, 2013 by Justin Turner |  See all 2 posts
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