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I have noticed that removing any interference (body parts, stacks of books, papers) from between the controller and receiver fixed the issue. However, from 5 or so feet away from my laptop, the connection is flaky.
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More on that PS4 controller connectivity, I'd like to note that the controller is is very good condition and works with my PS4 perfectly. The new dongle came in ~a week and a half later. I was contacted the day after I filed for RMA and given a shipping label immediately. Overall Review: ASUS has really stellar customer service.
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that only shines INSIDE the USB port, making it fairly invisible (can be a pro for someone who likes that sort of thing) First one broke when I removed it from the USB port (but was replaced free of charge, of course) Works okay-ish with my PS4 controller (more on that below)Ĭons: - PS4 controller connection flaky at times from less than 5 feet away Pros: - Works very well with my Sentry bluetooth speaker from across the room (15 feet or so)
Overall Review: Would rate 3/5 stars, but due to rebate I will be less strict.
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Once the driver installation prompts you with a message stating it could not find bluetooth device with a Cancel button as the only option, plug in bluetooth dongle and it will proceed with installation.
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Install latest WIDCOMM drivers for Windows 10 X64 here: ĥ). Unplug Bluetooth dongle and restart PC.Ĥ). IIRC, entries were in the Bluetooth category as well as in "Network Adapters" and "Other Devices".ģ). Uninstall+Delete everything Bluetooth related. In Device Manager, go to the "View" menu and "Show Hidden Devices". Do not restart just yet, even if prompted.Ģ). I had multiple entries including WIDCOMM, toshiba, broadcom - remove it all. It will not necessarily start with a B, so you have to comb through every item. Uninstall anything bluetooth related in "Programs and Features" menu. Here are the exact steps that worked for me, before I forgot I will list them below:ġ). said did not work, it requires more specific steps. It is Bluetooth 4.0, most other bluetooth adapters are only 2.X.Ĭons: Getting it to work in Windows 10 (圆4) is super difficult. Logical Link Control and Adaptation ProtocolĪdditional Information Date First Available Generic Audio / Video Distribution Profile Most advanced Bluetooth 4.0 adapter, backward compatible with Bluetooth 2.0 / 2.1 / 3.0Įnables wireless communication with Bluetoothenabled computers, printers, phones, headsets, speakers, keyboards, controllers, and moreīluetooth Low Energy technology for energysaving wireless connectivityĪudio / Video Distribution Transport Protocol Spectrum: FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum) You can also wake your Hackintosh from sleep by moving the Magic Mouse or pressing a key on the Magic Keyboard, just like on a real Mac.Īnother advantage of this adapter is the price – around $20 at the time or writing.Learn more about the ASUS USB-BT400 Model Brand It’s as simple as plugging it in and then pairing with your keyboard and mouse the same way you would on a real Mac. There are no kexts to install, and no configuration needed. I always recommend using an actual Apple keyboard with your Hackintosh as having the Apple function keys on the top row and the Apple-specific keys like ‘Command’ and ‘Option’ just makes everyday use simpler. So, if you were looking for a simple, inexpensive, way to use Apple’s Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse with your Hackintosh, this is it. Of course, you’re unlikely to be sitting 30 feet away from your computer while you use it, but still. Range is quoted as “over 10 meters” by Asus. This adapter supports Bluetooth 4.0, and it’s also backwards-compatible with the older Bluetooth 3.0 and 2.0. Bluetooth appears in System Profiler, Bluetooth options appear under System Preferences, and you’re able to pair with Bluetooth devices just as if it were a native Mac Bluetooth board.
Just plug this Bluetooth adapter into a free USB port, and it’s immediately recognised by OS X. And this, the Asus USB-BT400 is as simple as it gets.
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In most cases, the onboard WiFi or Bluetooth present on many PC motherboards simply aren’t recognised, as the drivers don’t exist for macOS.Ī simple, plug and play solution is always preferable.
One of the most frustrating aspects of using a Hackintosh can be the difficulties often encountered in trying to get specific pieces of hardware to work. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.