AvantreeDG45 USB Bluetooth Adapter Dongle for PC, Computer, Desktop & Laptop, Compatible with Windows 11/10/8.1/8 Only - Connects Bluetooth Headphones, Speakers, Keyboards, Mice & Printers (Not 2.4G)

I recently bought a new bluetooth headset for my work from home job. Turns out the application we use to make calls doesn’t like bluetooth very much. I kept randomly losing connection and having to open and close the application repeatedly throughout the day. I came across this usb dongle and wanted to see if it would help having something plugged directly into the computer rather than a wireless connection. At first, it didn’t seem like it was going to work. The driver installed on its own, but I couldn’t get my work computer to recognize the usb. The security measures on my work computer were just not having it. But after I couldn’t get it to connect initially, I left everything plugged in, turned off the headset, and went to bed. By the time I woke up the next day and logged in, I decided to try one last time. Low and behold, the usb lit up blue and everything has been working wonderfully since. If you are having issues with your computer or device recognizing the dongle, try to let it marinate overnight before sending it back lol

Muy bueno

Great so far

As advertised

Why did you pick this product vs others?:Does the job.

I have a desktop running Windows 7 Premium, and I use a wireless mouse. I believe these two factors had something to do with the issue I had. For starters, the software I was directed to install via the manual is very poorly laid out. Disorganized and uninformative are words that come to mind. It may be a personal preference, but I'll be honest: you could do far better. As for where the issues came in, it began after rebooting my system after installing the software. I noticed that my lock screen did not appear upon startup. It was only the background. No text box or anything for me to sign in to my computer. I tried typing in my password anyways to see if it was only displaying weird or not at all, but this was not the case. This issue was consistent with every startup. I realized that, after a few minutes (and I literally mean close to 5 minutes), the text box appeared and I could sign in successfully. I then encountered another issue where my mouse button input functions were completely disabled. I could move the mouse around and scroll, but none of the buttons themselves registered. I resorted to navigating via keyboard controls. First thing I did was uninstall and delete any trace of that bluetooth software (I removed the bluetooth device itself long before then). Upon restart, my lock screen was fixed, but the mouse functions were still disabled. I then ran several scans with Avast and Malwarebytes, but nothing was detected. Eventually, and I have no idea how, the problem resolved itself and my mouse has returned to its normal, fully functioning capabilites.I do not recommend this product to anyone. I will continue looking for bluetooth adapters. I can recommend Asus products (I'm using their motherboard and wifi adapter) and I will be trying their bluetooth devices next. Their devices are also listed at the same price, if not, cheaper.EDIT: Alright, so I use Logitech devices. A G710 keyboard and G700s mouse. Logitech gaming devices, which these are, have a software that lets me save profiles for different game so the various macro keys on the devices do specific things for each game. I have over fifteen different profiles set up for various games. This software, somehow, deleted ALL of them, save for the default profile. While not the biggest problem to some, for those with profiles for mice or keyboards that have macro keys, and not only gamers but those who use these functions for photo and video editing, programming, and the like, this is an absolute nightmare. It will take me several hours to go through each game again and recreate a profile and recall which buttons did what. I am fighting the urge to riddle this review with obscenities. This product, and its software, is not only non-functioning and terrible, it is borderline, no, it IS malicious. DO NOT buy this product. I'm now concerned for what other things it's ruined.

Been almost two years now since I got this thing. It still works amazingly. I can pair multiple devices with no issue. Only downside is that I have to unplug and re-plug it in every time I turn my computer on, but it's a minor inconvenience at worst.

Note: This is for the DG40S model, as I bought this for use on a Windows 7 PC. My goal was to find a USB Bluetooth adapter that would allow my PS4 DualShock 4 to connect to my PC without the need for DS4Windows software. Also note that the DG40SA being sold here is clearly advertised as not being compatible with Windows 7, so I didn't try that one.I am happy to report that everything is working perfectly! Though, as described here and on Avantree's site, this adapter is NOT exactly plug and play when used with Windows 7 (it apparently is with Windows 10), but it's close enough! Very simple to get working. Just go to their support site, click the DG40S icon, then look for the link labeled "Latest Driver for Windows 7." Before you click it, take note that there are also many useful support links here, in case you run into problems. When ready, click the Windows 7 driver link, and you'll see another new list of more helpful links, many of them with videos outlining the simple step-by-step install process. YOU MUST WATCH A VIDEO OR TWO HERE! It will only take a few minutes, promise. BUT WATCH BEFORE YOU INSTALL! Lol. It's just a series of left/right/double clicks that are required, takes no more than 2 minutes, but since their interface is so artistically done in a 1982 programming style, you'll save time if you just watch a vid first. NOTE: ALL STEPS OUTLINED IN THE VIDEOS REGARDING CONNECTION (key words: ALL TWO OR THREE STEPS) MUST BE DONE WHILE THE DUALSHOCK CONTROLLER IS IN PAIRING MODE! To enable this, hold down the center PS button and the Share button AT THE SAME TIME, for a few seconds, until the DualShock's light starts flashing. This means it's searching for Bluetooth devices to pair with. You might have to re-enter it into pairing mode if the lights stop flashing. Anyway, before you know it, your DualShock 4 will be connected - with great range, too. Has been working flawlessly after hours of gaming!As it turns out, I needed tech support for something I goofed up on (all that was needed was a restart of a couple things that I somehow missed). I called their support number (conveniently displayed on the main screen of their driver software after installation), and was almost immediately set up with the next tier of tech support via a live, screen-sharing conference! They sent me a link via email that directed me to download the Chrome extension called GoToMeeting Pro Screensharing. Pretty slick/legit extension, nice interface. Also had the ability for me to select specific windows for screensharing, or to just enable the sharing of my entire screen. Anyhow, a couple people on the phone walked me through a couple steps I somehow goofed up on (follow the steps above and you'll be fine, lol). They were super helpful and kind. Pretty amazing customer service, some of the best I've experienced from any company, no joke.Anyhow, if you're using this with Steam, make sure you follow online guides how to do it. Also ridiculously simple, just open up Steam, enter Big Picture Mode, click the settings gear button --> controller settings, then make sure the "PS4 Configuration Support" box is checked. You might have to restart Steam, or restart the controller's Bluetooth connection, but yeah still simple in the end, I was just in idiot mode for a few minutes there...Hope this helps!