[Windows 11/10] Bluetooth connection

Applicable Products: Notebook, Desktop, All-in-One PC, Gaming Handheld, Motherboard, MiniPC, Wireless Router, NUC

 

This article explains how to connect to external Bluetooth devices (including keyboards, mice, phones, speakers, game controllers, etc.) using Bluetooth functionality, as well as how to change your computer's Bluetooth name.

Note: Bluetooth signals are susceptible to interference. It is recommended to keep Bluetooth devices close to your computer and ensure no objects are obstructing the connection to achieve an optimal connection environment.

Note: When using external Bluetooth devices, it is advisable to consult the usage documentation provided by the device manufacturer to ensure proper connection and installation of corresponding drivers or software. If the external Bluetooth device is battery-powered, please also ensure that it has sufficient charge.

 

To provide you more detailed instruction, you can also click ASUS YouTube video link below to know more about How to connect ASUS devices via Bluetooth: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwbJPu2FeDw

 

Click the links below to directly visit the part corresponding to the Windows operating system on your computer:

Windows 11 operating system
How to connect your computer to a Bluetooth device
  1. Type and search [Bluetooth and other devices settings]① in the Windows search bar, then click [Open]②. 
  2. Turn on Bluetooth③. And, you will see your computer’s Bluetooth device name below. (such as ”LAPTOP-I0IM31M4” below) 
  3. Select [Add device]④. 
  4. Select [Bluetooth]⑤. 
  5. Select the Bluetooth device you want to connect to⑥, then click [Connect]⑦.
    Note: If a PIN code appears, please ensure that the displayed PIN code matches the one shown on your Bluetooth device.
  6. The Bluetooth connection is built-up successfully, and please select [Done]⑧. 
  7. If you want to disconnect to the Bluetooth device, click the [More options] icon for the device at the bottom⑨, then select [Disconnect]⑩. 

 

How to change your computer’s Bluetooth device name

In Windows, the Bluetooth name is same as your computer name. If you want to change the Bluetooth device name, you need to change your computer name.

  1. Type and search [About your PC]①, then click [Open]②. 
  2. Select [Rename this PC]③. 
  3. Type the new name you want to use④, then select [Next]⑤. 
  4. Select [Restart now]⑥, your computer name will change to the new one. 

 

Windows 10 operating system
How to connect your computer to a Bluetooth device
  1. Type and search [Bluetooth and other devices settings]① in the Windows search bar, then click [Open]②. 
  2. Turn on Bluetooth③. And, you will see your computer’s Bluetooth device name below. (such as ”LAPTOP-E3B6RTQS” below) 
  3. Select [Add Bluetooth or other device]④. 
  4. Select [Bluetooth]⑤.
  5. Select the Bluetooth device you want to connect to⑥, then click [Connect]⑦.
    Note: If a PIN code appears, please ensure that the displayed PIN code matches the one shown on your Bluetooth device.
  6. The Bluetooth connection is built-up successfully, and please select [Done]⑧. 
  7. If you want to disconnect to the Bluetooth device, choose the device⑨, then select [Remove device]⑩. 

 

How to change your computer’s Bluetooth device name

In Windows, the Bluetooth name is same as your computer name. If you want to change the Bluetooth device name, you need to change your computer name.

  1. Type and search [About your PC]①, then click [Open]②. 
  2. Select [Rename this PC]③. 
  3. Type the new name you want to use④, then select [Next]⑤. 
  4. Select [Restart now]⑥, your computer name will change to the new one.