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Setup a Connection with a Bluetooth Enabled Device

    Watch this or follow the steps below to set up a connection with a Bluetooth® enabled device:

    1. Click the Start button.
    2. Click Control Panel.
    3. In the Control Panel window, click Hardware and Sound.
    4. Set the external Bluetooth device to discovery mode, per the manufacturer's instructions.
    5. Follow the on-screen instructions.

      Note:

      • Some Bluetooth devices will require you to enter a code on the device, and others on the computer. Some devices, such as a mouse, don't require a pairing code at all. Consult the manufacturer's instructions for your device for the pairing specifications.
      • You will get the following choices if the operating system doesn't recognize your device's pairing specifications:

        Add Device Window