Will this let me use a wireless controller through USB on a PC or laptop, without using the Microsoft gaming receiver?
845296
You actually can use it as a wired controller on pc. First, download the Xbox 360 software from here http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/d/xbox-360-controller-for-windows . Then connect the controller to your pc and go to Device Manager. There should be a branch called unknown device. Double click it and choose to install existing driver, then pick the driver called xbox peripherals and then pick connection through Play and Charge kit. Hopefully this helped you.
845297
No it will not. You can only use a wireless 360 controller with the wireless receiver.
1935482
Buy the 360 for PC controller and it comes with the usb dongle. Can't use a regular 360 unit! Good news is that the range is awesome. I use Logitech's unifying receiver for my other peripherals and it barely works from 10 feet away. Not so with this dongle. Just get it.
92804
Yes. In fact, only wireless Xbox 360 controllers will work with Windows 8. Windows 8 does not support wired Xbox 360 controllers.
1001288
The Xbox 360 Wireless Receiver for Windows is not able to communicate with the Xbox One Wireless Controller. This is documented on xbox.com. If you want to use this controller with a PC, you need to use a MicroUSB cable to connect it to the PC. Any current cellphone will include such a cable, it is very common.Microsoft may decide to release an Xbox One Wireless Receiver for Windows in the future, but at the time I'm writing this, such a receiver does not exist. (I wish it did)
1935481
I just bought the Wifi Controller for Windows directly from Amazon and it does come WITH the USB transceiver for the PC. Buy it directly from Amazon if you want the transceiver with it.
1649154
I'm using an Xbox 360 controller and it works perfectly, no hassle. Just plug in and that's it.
245682
Haven't tried. USB wireless receiver works fine and is nearly invisible, though.
1603312
I don't not know the answer to your specific question but I will tell you that I purposely bought this device because my headset wouldn't work, simultaneously, through dongle for my Logitech wireless track-ball mouse; I would continue to use whatever usb-plugin dongle came with your Microsoft wireless mouse.
1649155
I use my wireless 360 controller and I am very pleased with it. Also it is compatible with most of the games out there so it is an option to consider if you don't have a controller yet.
2037588
I'm not sure. I think you can use that type of controller using one of Windows automatic drive install features. You plug it in and Windows may find a driver that will work for that controller. If not, try finding a utility or software online that you can download for that type of controller. I do research online through forums like Digital Storm, Anandtech, Bittech and Tomshardware to find answers. Just ask a question to the forum users and in most cases you will get a reply back within 24 hours. You may have to register on their site though.
839557
no you need a http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Pc-Gaming-Receiver-Xbox-xbox360/dp/B0076HD2W8/ref=sr_1_3?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1405580456&sr=1-3&keywords=xbox+360+wireless+adapter if its a wireless controller and the battery charger you asked about or a wired controller
2265528
Yes that is correct. Be aware though that for some reason it may make your connection a little finicky dependent upon the device. For example USB drives may get weird errors, but a game pad controller will work fine. I am uncertain as to why that is.
922123
Yes I use it with my wireless controllers. BTW, the plug is NOT just a single 2.5 mm plug but more substantial plastic dongle which also has volume dial and mic on/off switch. Both of mine has survived 4+ months of daily use by myself and 2 boys.
1698206
honestly I am not sure. I use a wired connection. but you can purchase a wifi signal booster that plugs into usb, these usually have software built right in that works with windows to let u connect to any wireless signal within range.
2037589
Yes you can, but you need either a wired xbox controller or a wireless controller with an adapter.
315224
This deviceoes not require a 'controller' - its support is builtin to Windows 7 and up; and probably also in XP. My machine recognized it w/o anything else.
720583
Only if it is connected to your computer. There are no USB ports in the controller itself.