Troubleshoot your Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adaptor

There are two versions of the Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adaptor:

Xbox 360 Wireless N Networking Adaptor
Works with 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n wireless routers and access points.

Xbox 360 Wireless G Networking Adaptor
Works with 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g wireless routers and access points.

Note The Xbox 360 console has built-in Wi-Fi and a wireless networking adaptor is not needed.

• The status light on the adaptor changes colour, doesn’t light up or blinks.
• The wireless adaptor works in some USB ports, but not in others.

If your adaptor displays:

No light

The adaptor is not receiving power. Unplug the USB connector and then plug it in again. If there’s still no light, try plugging the adaptor into a USB port on the front of the console. If the adaptor works in the front USB port, see The wireless adaptor works in some USB ports, but not in others.

If it’s still not working, the adaptor might be experiencing a hardware failure. Order a new adaptor from the Xbox Online Service Centre.

Note Product registration may be required.

A solid green light

The adaptor is connected to a wireless router, gateway or access point.

A flashing green light

Black adaptor with two antennae (wireless N adaptor): The adaptor is attempting to connect to a wireless network.

A solid red light

Black adaptor with two antennae (wireless N adaptor): The adaptor is not recognised. Try plugging the adaptor into a USB port on the front of your console.

Grey adaptor with one antenna (wireless G adaptor): The adaptor is ready to connect.

A flashing red light

The adaptor might be experiencing a hardware failure. Order a new adaptor from the Xbox Online Service Centre.

Note Product registration may be required.

Test the USB ports. Here's how:

1. Test the wireless adaptor in all of the USB ports on the Xbox 360 console.
2. If the adaptor works in one USB port but not another, try connecting another accessory to the USB port where the adaptor didn’t work.
3. If a USB port doesn’t work with any accessory, your console might need to be repaired. Submit an online repair request.