How do I pair my Bluetooth device to my computer?

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To pair a Bluetooth device to your computer, complete the following:

Note: These instructions require that your Bluetooth device's drivers are already installed, that the Bluetooth interface is enabled, and it is in Discovery mode. For instructions on how to do so, refer to your Bluetooth device’s manual.

Windows

Right-click the Start menu.
Click Control Panel.
Select Hardware and Sound.
Click Devices and Printers.
Click Add a device.
Select your device from the list.
Click Next.

Note: A pairing code may be required for your Bluetooth device. If this is the case, a pairing code request may appear on the screen. Make sure that this code matches the code on your device and click Yes. You may also need to confirm this code on your device.

Your device should now be paired to the computer.

Mac OS X

Click the Apple logo.
Click System Preferences….
Click Bluetooth.
Select your device from the list.
Click Pair.

Note: A pairing code may be required for your Bluetooth device. If this is the case, a pairing code request may appear on the screen. Make sure that this code matches the code on your device and click Yes. You may also need to confirm this code on your device.

Your device should now be paired to the computer.

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