If you first come across wireless communication, then surely you have a question about how to turn on and configure Bluetooth on a laptop. This can be done in different ways. It is also important to note that they will vary depending on the installed operating system on your laptop. That is, the methods of enabling this type of wireless connection on Windows 8.1 will differ, for example, from Windows 7. So, let's find out how to connect Bluetooth on a laptop.
Although Bluetooth is a thing of the past, many users still use this feature.
The first step is to make sure the Bluetooth adapter is installed correctly. It can be built-in and external. If the devices are connected to the computer, then you can proceed to installing the drivers (of course, if they are no longer standing). More on this - below. This stage is important, since the work of the Bluetooth wireless module completely depends on the drivers.
Driver installation
If you have become a happy owner of the external “Blue tooth” adapter (this is translated from English as Bluetooth), let's take a look at how to connect it and configure it correctly. First of all, read the instructions that will help you correctly install the adapter in the correct connector. Included with such equipment is usually a disk that installs the appropriate drivers for the correct operation of the device. There should be no difficulties, as hints are displayed on the monitor that will help you carry out the actions correctly until the installation is completed.
With integrated Bluetooth, things are a little different. The necessary utilities and drivers are pre-installed on the laptop in the Windows system by the manufacturer. Therefore, the computer "out of the box" does not need anything extra. However, if you subjected your PC to any tests during which you removed the drivers, then you need to install them immediately. It happens that a driver disk is bundled with a laptop. You just need to insert it into the drive and follow the instructions on the display. If there is none, then refer to the official website of the PC manufacturer. In the "Drivers" section, select your computer model and OS version. Then he will find the entire driver package for your device. You will need to find and download it for Bluetooth and install them.
Now you can go to the actual inclusion of the module of this wireless type of communication. We divide this process into different versions of the Windows operating system. So it will be easier to find the right instructions and sequence of actions. Please note that the inclusion of an external adapter will not be considered, since it is not fundamentally different from the built-in one. Therefore we will tell about universal ways of its inclusion and setup.
Windows 7
There are no problems with connecting the device and turning on the “Blue Tooth” module in the seven. The actions that the user must perform are quite simple:
- If the laptop has a physical switch, then just move it to the side ON. Alternatively, use the Fn key combination and the button with the Bluetooth icon.
- If there is a Bluetooth icon in the notification area (bottom right where the clock is), right-click on it to open its settings menu. There you can fully control its functions, connect other devices and so on.
Windows 8 and 8.1
- In Windows 8, launch the right pane and click on "Settings." In the tab with changes in computer settings there is a menu item "Wireless Network". You just need to switch the slider to ON. To establish a connection with other devices in the same tab, run "Devices". There you can add any device for further connection to the laptop.
- In Windows 8.1, setting up a wireless connection is slightly different. In the same right pane, run the tab, as in the previous paragraph. But now you will need the menu item "Computer and devices" and further - Bluetooth. There will be no sliders and switches, since everything happens in automatic mode.
Windows 10
Perhaps, Windows 10 is not as popular today as other versions of the operating system from Microsoft, but for it, too, consider the inclusion of the module. It can be said that the actions here will be somewhat simpler, although the principle is the same. We do the following. In the “Search” field that appears on the bottom panel, write “Bluetooth settings” and click on the icon of the corresponding application. Slide the switch to the desired position and save the settings. That's all.
Particular attention should be paid to people whose Windows 10 was not a native system with the purchase of a laptop, but is an update of the previous system. For your model, the manufacturer could simply not release the drivers for Bluetooth, and it can not be connected. Be sure to keep this point in mind and, if necessary, contact technical support at the device manufacturer's website. Otherwise, you can purchase an external Bluetooth adapter.
Now you know how to connect Bluetooth on a laptop. In addition, we have analyzed the installation of drivers for the wireless network adapter and its launch on different versions of Windows. Now you will no longer have problems connecting other devices to your laptop or transferring data. As you have noticed, there is nothing difficult in this. Share your experiences in the comments!