switch pro controller not detected by pc on a new install

Anonymous
2024-09-28T17:19:44+00:00

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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  1. Anonymous
    2024-09-28T21:23:23+00:00

    i guess ill have to deal with leftover drivers... let me know if you find a fix, please

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  2. Anonymous
    2024-09-28T21:07:48+00:00

    should be, i had some issues with updating earlier but windows updates says there are nonwinver screenshot just incase

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  3. Solamillo Charity 20,295 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2024-09-28T20:58:48+00:00

    I'm actually testing with my own switch controller, but I can't replicate the issue. It might be because I'm using an 8bitdo one. Yes, you may also use the Bluetooth instead for now. May I ask if your Windows is up to date?

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  4. Anonymous
    2024-09-28T20:57:08+00:00

    do i have to remove the drivers or can i countinue using it? i installed some programs so dont really wanna revert... pc is working fine, i suppose playing over bluetooth will have to do for now, untill i or we find a fix

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  5. Solamillo Charity 20,295 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2024-09-28T20:53:21+00:00

    As long as you have a restore point, it should be fine.

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