A listing for the old controller appears if I plug it in which allows me to manually select drivers (but not under the game controllers heading but under 'Microsoft Common Controller for Windows Class'). I downloaded a driver (version 2.1.0.1011) and it successfully installed. Where Do I Find the PC Drivers For My Controller? Select on the “Microsoft Xbox One Controller” and click on the “Next” button. 8) At the “Select the device driver you want to install for this hardware” window, select “Xbox Gaming Device” and click on the “Next” button. You will ensure that you are always running the.

Microsoft Xbox Wired Controller Driver Zip Codes

Let me start off by saying that drivers are by far my worst enemy in this PC World even though they seem so self explanatory. ANYWAY, I just purchased a wired Xbox 360 Controller from gamestop (PLAY gaming accessories, Metallics LE). Came home, plugged her in, could not find drivers. Alright a quick google search....BAM Xbox 360 wired controller drivers straight from Microsoft's website. Install, everything is great. Plug in my controller and the lights flash green for 1 second on the computer and then I receive the 'disconnect/could not find drivers' sound from windows. Try to bring up the interface and there's no recognition. Go to my devices, notice the little yellow triangle beside my Xbox Controller, Open Properties, Troubleshoot, says we need to find driver software? Alright I have it search the internet and...nothing. What am I missing here? I manually installed the drivers from Microsoft website and ran the program and my computer isn't recognizing it. Been on Google for 2+ Hours now, thought Id ask you Glorious Bastards for some help. Thanks much appreciated!

Hi Aston,

Based on the description, I am sorry to know that you are getting an error “unable to install driver software' and the device manager says 'this device cannot start (code 10)'.

I am sure this could be frustrating. Please be assured that we are here to guide you in the right direction.

The Code 10 error pertains mainly to hardware and device driver issues or to compatibility issues between hardware drivers and additional software that is installed in Windows. Therefore, we recommend that you troubleshoot these issues by focusing on device drivers, on device configuration issues, and on hardware compatibility issues. You might need to update the chipset drivers and the USB controller

For more information, visit the following link.

Description of Code 10-related errors that Device Manager generates in Windows-based computers

Let’s follow these methods and check if it helps.

Microsoft Xbox Wired Controller Driver Zip Code

Method 1: Perform clean boot and check

To help troubleshoot error message, you can start Windows Vista or Windows 7 by using a minimal set of drivers and startup programs. This kind of startup is known as a 'clean boot.' A clean boot helps eliminate software conflicts.

How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista or in Windows 7

Please note: After the troubleshooting, make sure to boot your computer to normal mode by following the step 3.

Refer the following articles and check.

Set up your Xbox 360 controller for Windows

You may also get in touch with Xbox support and check.

Microsoft Xbox 1 Controller Driver

If the issue persists or you have further questions on Windows, please do not hesitate to let us know. It is our pleasure to be of assistance.