Xbox 360 controllers, headsets and wireless accessories

See Xbox 360 Wireless Controller disconnects or can't connect.

Disconnect and firmly reconnect the controller's USB connector to the console connector.

For more information, including troubleshooting tips, see Connect a controller to your Xbox 360. If this information doesn't help resolve the problem, your controller will have to be replaced.

1. Press the Guide button on your controller.
2. Go to Settings, and then select Preferences.
3. Select Vibration.
4. Make sure Enable Vibration is selected.

If your controller still doesn't vibrate, try updating your console software.

This can occur for one or more of the following reasons:

• The battery has reached the charge limit.
• There is a problem with the charge cable.
• There is a problem with the battery.

Try to determine which part of the recharging system is causing the problem.

Xbox 360 Wireless Controller

Try using fresh AA batteries, or try a different Xbox 360 Rechargeable Battery Pack in the controller to make sure nothing is wrong with the controller. If it works with different batteries, the controller isn't causing the problem.

Xbox 360 Play & Charge cable

Try a different Play & Charge cable to charge the battery. If the battery charges correctly with a different charge cable, the original charge cable is faulty.

Xbox 360 Rechargeable Battery Pack

• Use a cotton swab and some isopropyl alcohol to clean the four gold contacts on the battery pack and on the wireless controller.
• Try a different Xbox 360 Rechargeable Battery Pack with the charge cable. If the second battery charges correctly, the original battery is faulty.

Once you've determined the source of the problem, replace or exchange the faulty part.

Note Rechargeable batteries eventually wear out. The length of time that a rechargeable battery lasts depends on how frequently you use the battery and how frequently you charge it. If you use the battery frequently, it won't last as long as if you use it only occasionally.

Disconnect and reconnect the headset firmly to the controller's connector.

If this doesn't solve the problem, see Xbox 360 Wired Headset troubleshooting.

For help with your wireless headset, click the headset that you have:

Try the following:

• Make sure the accessory is an officially licensed Xbox 360 wireless accessory.
• Replace the batteries, or charge the wireless device.
• Remove 2.4 GHz wireless devices in the area to see if they're causing interference.
• Disconnect wireless devices attached to the computer.
• Make sure the receiver is connected to a powered USB 2.0 port (the light on the receiver is lit when connected).
• Reconnect the receiver:
1. Connect the Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver to your computer.
2. Install the receiver software, either by clicking Install the software automatically when prompted, or from the installation CD.
3. Connect the Xbox 360 wireless accessory to your computer.

To find information about how to troubleshoot issues with other Xbox accessories, such as the Xbox 360 Chatpad, the Xbox 360 Wireless Microphone, and the Xbox 360 Wireless Speed Wheel, see Learn about Xbox 360 accessories.

To find warranty information about Xbox 360 accessories, see Warranty and service: FAQ.

See Getting your Xbox console or Kinect sensor serviced.