Why won't my second controller connect to my Xbox?

Remove accessories from your Xbox or PC: Some USB devices, including incompatible or defective USB cables, can interfere with wireless signals. Unplug all USB devices connected to your Xbox or PC. Restart your Xbox or PC and try connecting the controller again.
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Why won t my Xbox Series 2 controller connect to my Xbox?

Check the battery: Replace the controller batteries with fresh ones, or make sure that the rechargeable controllers are fully recharged. (Do this even if your controller still has power—low batteries can cause connection and functionality issues.)
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Why is my Xbox controller blinking but not connecting?

To be safe, try charging your controller for a while. That should end the blinking. Connect your controller with a USB cable instead of wirelessly. Sometimes, the wireless connection between, for example, an Xbox and its controller may be the issue causing flashing.
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Why is my Xbox not pairing with my controller?

Try resetting your controller by pressing and holding the small pairing button on the back of the controller for 10 seconds, then release it. Once the controller has reset, try connecting it to your Xbox One again. If that doesn't work, try updating your controller's firmware.
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Why is my Xbox controller just flashing?

If you press the Xbox button on your controller and it blinks or flashes, this usually indicates that your controller isn't paired to a console. As mentioned above, this can happen when you pair the controller to another system and aren't in range of it.
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How to hard reset Xbox One?

If the reset processes fail to complete on their own, you could also try the hard reset on the console. To do so, press and hold the Xbox's power button until it turns off completely. Unplug the power cord from the Xbox, wait for a few minutes, and plug it back in.
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Why is my Xbox light blinking twice?

One flashing light: There may be an issue with the power supply, hard drive, memory units, or accessories, or your console may need service. Two flashing lights: Your console may be too hot and not cooling down properly.
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Can two people play on one Xbox console?

The second player needs to sign in as a "guest" by pressing the Xbox button on the controller, navigating to "sign in" and selecting "guest player".
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Do you need two controllers for It Takes Two Xbox?

What do I need to play? It Takes Two was designed purely for co-op so you'll need gear for two. Couch co-op requires either 2 joy cons or 2 gamepad controllers.
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Do Xbox controllers work on both consoles?

The Xbox Series X|S consoles are compatible with most Xbox One controllers and gaming accessories, including the Media Remote, Chatpad and Stereo Headset Adapter.
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What is the Red Ring of Death?

This is the General Hardware Failure, also known as the Red Ring of Death. This indicates that one or more components have failed, and that the system is no longer operable unless you turn off your console for 24 hours. No error code will be displayed on the TV.
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What is Xbox Red Ring of Death?

General Hardware Failure errors. Three flashing red lights around the Xbox 360 power button instead of the one to four green lights indicating normal operation represent an internal problem that requires service. This error was soon nicknamed the "Red Ring of Death", echoing Windows' Blue Screen of Death error.
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What does red light on Xbox mean?

If you need more info about your Xbox 360 console, visit the Xbox forums. The light in the center of your Xbox 360 console power button is blinking red. A blinking red light on the power button means that your console doesn't have enough ventilation.
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What buttons do you press to reset Xbox?

Press and hold the Pair button  (Xbox Series X|S: located on the front next to the USB port, Xbox One: located on the left side of the console) and the Eject button  (Xbox Series X: located just above the disk drive slot, Xbox One: located on the front of the console), and then press the Xbox button  on the console.
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How do you reset an unresponsive Xbox One?

Disconnect and reconnect your console's power cable
  1. Turn off your console by pressing the Xbox button  on the front of the console for about 10 seconds, until it shuts down completely.
  2. Unplug the console's power cable. ...
  3. Plug the console power cable back in.
  4. Press the Xbox button  on your console to turn it on.
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Does restarting Xbox delete everything?

If you always play online, then even if you reset you Xbox; your progress and your games all are saved to the cloud. Once you sign back into your account everything will go back to what it is.
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Why is my Xbox controller blinking then vibrating and turning off?

Your controller needs new batteries. The firmware in your controller needs to be updated. Your controller is too far away from the gaming console. There are too many devices connected to your gaming console.
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Is the Red Ring of Death fixable?

You can still easily repair it. As most of you know, the RRoD is a sign displayed by the 360's "Ring of Light" when there is a general hardware failure. While this can be caused by any part (or lack thereof) of the 360, the general cause is most often excessive heat, which stresses the solder joints on the CPU and GPU.
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What happens when you leave your Xbox on all night?

While Microsoft doesn't explicitly say it's okay to do so, there's good evidence that it is in fact perfectly safe to run your Xbox fully powered overnight, and even longer. There are zero warnings or suggestions on any of Microsoft's official Xbox support pages to periodically turn off the console.
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What does the 4 red rings mean?

Four red lights mean the cable connecting the Xbox 360 to the television isn't working correctly. Shut down the console and unplug the cable from both the TV and Xbox. Wait a few minutes, and reconnect the two devices.
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Can all Xbox controllers connect to any Xbox?

Xbox wireless controllers, including the latest Xbox Wireless Controllers included with the Xbox Series X and Series S consoles, are compatible with the Xbox Series S. In addition, some older Xbox One wireless controllers work with the Xbox Series S.
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Do all Xbox controllers work on every Xbox?

Will my current Xbox controllers and accessories work with Xbox Series X|S? The Xbox Series X|S consoles are compatible with most Xbox One controllers and gaming accessories, including the Media Remote, Chatpad, and Stereo Headset Adapter.
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