How to Install a Windows XP Bluetooth Application

A Bluetooth printer means fewer cables to get in the way.

If looking to free your Windows XP computer of wired connections, consider using Bluetooth devices with your system. Bluetooth equipment connects to your computer through a wireless signal, without cables between the hardware and the computer. In order to install the Bluetooth device on your Windows XP system, you will need to pair the Bluetooth hardware with the computer.

Things You'll Need

• Driver installation CD
• Bluetooth hardware

Instructions

1. Insert the Bluetooth device's driver installation CD into the CD/DVD drive of your computer. A driver installation window will appear.

2. Follow the prompts to complete the software setup.

3. Power on the Bluetooth hardware.

4. Click the "Start" button and select "Run." The Run window appears in the middle of the screen. Type "bthprops.cpl" and select "OK."

5. Select "Bluetooth Settings" and click "Add." Click "My Device Is Set Up and Ready to Be Found," then select "Next." The computer will scan for your Bluetooth device.

6. Select the Bluetooth device it finds and click "Next" again. Type in the pass code given provided with the device. It may be found in the user manual or on a sticker on the device, or may be set at default 0000. Click "OK" and the pairing will complete.

References

• Microsoft: Install and Configure Bluetooth