How to Find Hidden Bluetooth Devices in Device Manager on Windows 10/11 PC (Fast Tutorial)
To find hidden Bluetooth devices in Device Manager on a Windows 10 or 11 PC, you can follow these steps:
Step-by-Step Guide
Open Device Manager:
Right-click the Start button (Windows icon) and select Device Manager.
Alternatively, press Windows + X and then select Device Manager.
Show Hidden Devices:
In the Device Manager window, click on the View menu at the top.
Select Show hidden devices from the dropdown menu.
Expand Bluetooth Section:
Expand the Bluetooth section to see all the Bluetooth devices, including those that are hidden.
Hidden devices will appear slightly grayed out compared to active devices.
Check for Additional Hidden Devices:
Also, expand the Network adapters and Universal Serial Bus controllers sections, as some Bluetooth devices may be listed there.
Troubleshooting Hidden Devices
If you still cannot see your Bluetooth devices, there might be additional issues to address:
Restart Bluetooth Service:
Press Windows + R, type services.msc, and press Enter.
In the Services window, find Bluetooth Support Service.
Right-click it, select Restart, and close the Services window.
Update Bluetooth Driver:
Right-click the hidden Bluetooth device in Device Manager.
Select Update driver and follow the prompts to update the driver.
Scan for Hardware Changes:
In the Device Manager window, click the Action menu.
Select Scan for hardware changes to refresh the list of devices.
Check BIOS Settings:
Restart your PC and enter the BIOS/UEFI settings (usually by pressing a key like F2, F10, or Delete during startup).
Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled in the BIOS settings.
Save and exit the BIOS settings.
Reinstall Bluetooth Drivers:
Right-click the hidden Bluetooth device and select Uninstall device.
Confirm the uninstallation and restart your computer.
Windows should automatically reinstall the Bluetooth drivers upon reboot. If not, you can manually install the latest drivers from the manufacturer’s website.
By following these steps, you should be able to find and manage hidden Bluetooth devices in Device Manager on your Windows 10 or 11 PC.
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