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Bluetooth Speaker Paired but not Connected: 7 Ways to Fix It

Fix Bluetooth connection issues by reinstalling affected devices

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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We use Bluetooth devices on a daily basis, but some users encounter an issue where the Bluetooth speaker is paired but not connected to their PC.

Sometimes yourBluetooth headset isn’t recognized as an audio device, but luckily, this article should be able to help you with all your issues.

Why is my Bluetooth speaker paired but not connected?

There are several causes for this issue, but the following are the most common:

How can I fix a Bluetooth speaker that’s paired but not connected?

1. Select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this PC option

If the Bluetooth option is turned on, try toggling it off and then back on again.

2. Run the Bluetooth troubleshooter

Some users have also said the Background Intelligent Transfer Service troubleshooter has helped them fix Bluetooth devices that aren’t connecting.

You can open that troubleshooter from theControl Panelby clickingTroubleshooting>View all. Then select the BITS troubleshooter from there.

3. Make sure the Bluetooth services are enabled

4. Select all the Bluetooth services for your speakers

5. Disable Bluetooth LE Enumerator

After doing that, check if the problem is still there.

6. Reinstall Bluetooth drivers

7. Update Bluetooth drivers

If Windows’ Update Drivers utility doesn’t update the Bluetooth driver, consider scanning your PC with a good third-party driver utility likeOutbyte Driver Updater.

That utility will tell if you need to update any Bluetooth drivers on your PC. Then you can update the Bluetooth device drivers with the software.

Outbyte Driver Updater

Users have confirmed the above resolutions can fix paired Bluetooth speakers, and other devices, not connecting with Windows 10.

If you’re still having issues, head to ourPC can’t find Bluetooth headphonesfor additional solutions.

What solution worked for you? Let us know in the comments below.

Bluetooth Speaker Paired but not Connected: 7 Ways to Fix It#

Why is my Bluetooth speaker paired but not connected?#

How can I fix a Bluetooth speaker that’s paired but not connected?#

1. Select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this PC option#

2. Run the Bluetooth troubleshooter#

3. Make sure the Bluetooth services are enabled#

4. Select all the Bluetooth services for your speakers#

5. Disable Bluetooth LE Enumerator#

6. Reinstall Bluetooth drivers#

7. Update Bluetooth drivers#

Outbyte Driver Updater#