Connecting to a Bluetooth Device Annandale VA

Bluetooth is a low-frequency wireless networking protocol designed mainly for communication between devices such as keyboards, mice, headsets, GPS antennas, and Pocket PCs. Bluetooth signals have a maximum range of 10 meters (33 feet) or less.

If your Windows PC doesn't already have built-in Bluetooth, you can obtain a Bluetooth adapter. The device should be compatible with your computer and easy to install. Follow the device's instructions to install the drive software.

Follow these steps to connect to a Bluetooth device from Windows:

1. Double-click the My Bluetooth Places desktop icon or double-click the Bluetooth icon in the Windows system tray.

2. Click Search for Devices in Range under Bluetooth Tasks on the left side of the My Bluetooth Places window.

3. In the resulting list of Bluetooth devices that are currently active and in range, double-click a device to reveal a list of services available for that device.

4. Double-click a service to start using it. (To create a direct connection for most devices, double-click the Serial Port service.)

Windows make take a few seconds to configure port drivers for the device.

5. In the resulting Bluetooth PIN Code Request dialog box, enter a four-digit PIN code and then click OK.

6. Enter the same four-digit PIN on the other computer or device, if necessary.

In some cases, a device's manufacturer tells you to use a specific PIN code such as 0000. Otherwise, make up your own PIN code. After you click OK in Windows, you may need to enter the same PIN code on the other device to create the partnership.