Windows 10: switch controller not detected by pc on a new install

my pc new install doesnt detect my switch controller while wired, it doesnt make a noise when i connect it either, does anyone know why, usb port and cable are both fine as they worked before on my old install

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Nintendo Switch Pro Controller not being detected by Windows 10

Hi,



Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



We appreciate your effort on this. We understand that when you connect the Nintendo Switch Pro controller to the computer, it is not being detected, we will look into this for you.



However, it would be great if you can help us with the details requested below:

• Does the Nintendo Switch Pro controller gets detected in any other computer?
  
• Were you able to use the Nintendo Switch Pro controller earlier on your current computer?
  
• Is any other USB Device detected on your computer?
  
• Do you see any Unknown device or a yellow yield sign on any device in Device Manager?
  
• May I know the troubleshooting steps that you have tried so far?
  

To check for unknown devices, you can press Windows key + X, and select
Device Manager.



If you see any Unknown device or a device with yellow yield, right click on the device and select
Update Driver.



However, we would also suggest you to refer the steps mentioned in the article

Error: “USB Device not recognized” when you try to access a USB external hard drive. except Method 1 and 2 and check if that helps in resolving the issue.



Let us know how it goes.



Regards,

Nikhar Khare

Microsoft Community - Moderator

 

Switch pro controller not detected by my PC.

Hi there. I tried configuring my controller through steam, however steam returns the error message that no controllers are detected, therefore I cannot configure my steam controller.

I think I should reiterate that my controller is not detected as plugged into my pc: there is no USB connection sound and it does not show up under devices and printers.

Am I missing a configuration step?

 

Switch pro controller not detected by my PC.

Hi Spectron. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, specializing in Installation, Performance, Troubleshooting and Activation, here to help you.

Try these fixes to get Switch Pro Controller working on Windows 10 until one works:

https://www.getdroidtips.com/switch-pro-control...

https://www.pcmag.com/how-to/how-to-use-a-ninte...

https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comment...

https://linustechtips.com/topic/1398258-nintend...

https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/how-to-con...

https://www.pcworld.com/article/399217/how-to-u...

https://www.pcgamer.com/how-to-use-a-nintendo-s...

https://www.tomsguide.com/how-to/how-to-use-a-n...

https://thedroidguy.com/nintendo-switch-control...

https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comment...

https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comment...

https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comment...

Feel free to ask back any questions. Based on the results you post back I may have other suggestions if necessary.

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