What does a Bluetooth dongle adapter do?

A USB-based device that transmits and receives Bluetooth wireless signals. It plugs into the USB port to support Bluetooth mice, keyboards and other Bluetooth devices. Also called a “Bluetooth dongle.” See dongle.

Do you need a dongle for Bluetooth?

For users who purchase any Bluetooth wireless devices, (i.e our Bluetooth wireless devices include the Go! 2 Bluetooth Wireless Mobile Keyboard (GTP-0044W) and the Bluetooth Comfort Mouse (GTM-B)), the user will need to buy a Dongle if their computer does not have integrated Bluetooth.

How do I connect my Plantronics 5200 to USB dongle?

Insert the USB Bluetooth adapter into your laptop or computer and wait for your computer to recognize it. Put your USB Bluetooth adapter into pair mode by gently pressing and holding the pair button with a pen or paperclip until the USB Bluetooth adapter flashes red and blue. Put your headset in pair mode.

How do I connect my Plantronics headset to my USB dongle?

Plug the Bluetooth USB adapter into the computer. Pinch the button on the adapter for 5-6 seconds until the light starts flashing an alternating red-blue. Once the devices pair successfully, the lights on the headset and adapter stop flashing. Important: Take caution when manually pairing the USB adapter.

How do I use a USB dongle?

A Bluetooth dongle is typically smaller than a quarter and plugs directly into a USB port on your computer.

1. Locate a free USB port on your laptop and insert the USB dongle.
2. Start your laptop and wait for the operating system to load.
3. Click “Next” to install the drivers for the Bluetooth dongle.

What is a dongle receiver?

A Wi-Fi dongle is a device of pocket-size that connects to the smartphones and laptop and allows the user to access the internet. It is portable and convenient to use. It resembles USB drives. A wireless receiver is an apparatus that basically receives the signal.

How do I connect my Plantronics headset to my computer?

To install a USB headset:

1. Plug the headset into a USB port on your computer.
2. Set the headset as the default device.
3. Test the headset. As an option, you can perform a sound recording on a Windows PC.

How do I connect my Plantronics headset to my laptop Windows 10?

Power the headset on and when the indicator light flashes red and blue, release the call control button. Turn the Universal Adapter on. Press and hold the adapter pairing/connect button for 7-10 seconds. When adapter starts flashing red and blue release the buttons.

How do I connect my Plantronics USB headset to my laptop?

To do so:

1. Plug your Plantronics USB device into your computer.
2. Open Device Manager by clicking Start > Control Panel > Device Manager (if you’re in small icon view).
3. From the View menu, select Devices by connection.
4. Expand ACPI PC, then Microsoft ACPI-Compliant System, and finally PCI bus (see above).