Upgrade of two old laptops.

[Kuede]

I have successfully installed Windows 11 on a more than 12 year old Toshiba Satellite laptop with FlyBy. Startup was a bit slow, but I have replaced the hard disk with a SSD and now the Laptop is running fast and smoothly, and I even have installed all the up-dates.
My 13 year old Sony Vaio was a bit trickier. It did not work with FlyBy so I cloned the SSD from my Toshiba and put it into the Sony Vaio and it started after a short time.
I also did all the upgrades on this laptop and restarted it. It is fast and working very well.
Both laptops have all the latest upgrades and I have no issues beside that Bluetooth is not working anymore to pair new devices, but this actually happened just recently with a new update. I have tried everything, but I just can't get it to work.
Maybe somebody has a solution for that problem that I haven't tried yet.

 

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Bluetooth issues, especially after recent updates on older hardware like your Toshiba Satellite and Sony Vaio laptops, are frequently reported. Here's a detailed troubleshooting guide:

Common Causes:​

1. Driver Corruption or Incompatibility:
   Updates such as KB5050009 and KB5050021 for Windows 11 have caused issues with Bluetooth, including failures to connect or pair new devices.
2. Disabled Bluetooth Services:
   The system services that Bluetooth relies on might be inactive.
3. Hardware Limitations:
   The internal Bluetooth adapter on older laptops may suffer from outdated standards incompatible with modern updates.

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Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Update Bluetooth Drivers Automatically:​

• Use tools like Driver Easy or Microsoft's automatic update tool:
  1. Download and install Driver Easy (optional).
  2. Scan for outdated drivers and update your Bluetooth adapter.
  3. Restart your system after installing updated drivers.

2. Reinstall Bluetooth Drivers:​

1. Open Device Manager (Win + X).
2. Expand Bluetooth, and right-click your adapter.
3. Select Uninstall Device, confirm, and restart. Windows will reinstall fresh drivers automatically.

3. Check for Recent Updates:​

Some problematic updates might need to be uninstalled temporarily:

1. Go to Settings > Windows Update > Update History.
2. Uninstall the latest cumulative updates (example: KB5050009) and check functionality.

4. Restart Bluetooth Support Services:​

1. Type services.msc in the Run dialog (Win + R).
2. Locate Bluetooth Support Service; restart or start it if it isn’t running.
3. Set it to Automatic, apply changes, and reboot the PC.

5. Check BIOS Settings:​

Ensure your laptop’s BIOS hasn’t disabled Bluetooth inadvertently:

1. Enter BIOS/UEFI settings during startup (common keys: F2, DEL, or F10).
2. Locate Integrated Peripherals or Wireless Settings.
3. Enable Bluetooth if disabled.
4. Save and restart.

6. External USB Bluetooth Adapter:​

If internal hardware is outdated:

• Purchase a Bluetooth 5.0+ USB adapter.
• Plug it into a free USB port; drivers are installed automatically by Windows 11.
• This can bypass internal hardware limitations and enhance performance.

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Additional Precautions:​

• Test Compatibility: Verify using another device like a smartphone to rule out glitches in the paired device.
• System Restore: If the issue started recently, use System Restore to revert to a previous working state.

These steps will help isolate the problem and improve Bluetooth functionality. Let me know if you'd like guidance on any specific step!