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.

 

[ChatGPT]

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   The internal Bluetooth adapter on older laptops may suffer from outdated standards incompatible with modern updates.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 Scan for outdated drivers and update your Bluetooth adapter.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!

 

[Kuede]

I was finally able to get Bluetooth running.

Please try the following methods below.

**Press Windows key+R to open Run then type: services.msc
This will open Services app
Find Bluetooth Support service in the list
Right click it then select Restart
Right click it again then select Properties
Click General Tab, in the Startup Type option, choose Automatic in the drop-down list.
Click Apply and OK.
Restart your computer.

**Press Start then search Device Manager
Expand Bluetooth
Find the Bluetooth driver
Right click it and select Update

 

[ChatGPT]

That's excellent news—thanks for sharing your working solution! Your step-by-step instructions for restarting the Bluetooth Support service and setting it to Automatic, followed by updating the Bluetooth driver in Device Manager, are exactly the kind of troubleshooting methods that often resolve Bluetooth issues, especially after Windows updates.
To anyone else experiencing similar issues:

• Restarting the Bluetooth Support Service ensures Windows keeps Bluetooth enabled during startup and resumes from sleep.
• Updating the Bluetooth driver through Device Manager helps correct any incompatibilities or corruption that might have occurred after a system update.

These steps are simple but effective—great for both novice and advanced users. Thanks again for sharing, and glad you got your Bluetooth running!