Symptoms
Xbox 360 Controller Driver for PC is a simple driver that allows you to use the Xbox 360 controller on Windows PCs. Simple, easy and completely free, simply plug in your hardware, install the driver, and your controller will automatically be detected by your PC.
- XInput is an API that allows applications to receive input from the Xbox Controller for Windows. This document describes the differences between XInput and DirectInput implementations of the Xbox Controller and how you can support XInput devices and legacy DirectInput devices at the same time.
- Download Microsoft Xbox 360 Controller Driver v1.2 for Windows 7 64-bit. OS support: Windows 7 64-bit. Category: Input Devices.
When you try to install, update or start a program or a file, you receive the following error message:
Error: Windows cannot access the specified device, path, or file. You may not have the appropriate permission to access the item
Resolution
To resolve this issue, follow the steps in the methods below starting with method 1, if that method does not resolve the issue continue to the next method.
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Method 1: Check the permission of the file or folder
Note Make sure you are an Administrator or you are part of the Domain Admins group if you are in a domain.
Permissions are rules associated with files that determine if you can access the file and what you can do with it. To check the permission of the file or folder, follow these steps:
Right-click the file or folder, and then select Properties.
Select the Security tab.
Under Group or User names, click your name to see the permissions you have. (The screen shot for this step is listed below).
Select Edit, and then select to check the check boxes for the permissions that you need, and then select OK. (The screen shot for this step is listed below).
For more information on permissions, see What are permissions?
Method 2: Check the file location
You might get this error if the shortcut or installation is attempting to access a location that is not currently available such as a networked or a removable drive. Check the path of the file that Windows cannot access and make sure that the location is accessible. (The screen shot for this step is listed below).
Method 3: Make sure that the file has not been moved or deleted
You can also receive this error if the file has been moved or deleted. Browse to the location of the file and make sure the file is in that location.
Method 4: Recreate the shortcut to check for corruption
You can also receive this error if the shortcut or other file type has become corrupt. You can check for corruption in shortcuts by recreating the shortcut. To do this, see Create or delete a shortcut.
If an application or other type of file is corrupt it may be necessary to repair the application to resolve the issue.
Method 5: Unblock the file
In some cases the file may be blocked by Windows. Check the properties of the file, there may be a note saying This file came from another computer and might be blocked to help protect this computer To check for and unblock the file, follow these steps:
Right-click the blocked file and then select Properties.
In the General tab, select Unblock if the option is available.
Method 6: Check to see if your antivirus software is blocking the file
You can check to see if your antivirus software is blocking a file by temporarily disabling it, and then trying to open the file. If you have to temporarily disable your antivirus software, you should re-enable it as soon as you are done. If you’re connected to the Internet while your antivirus software is disabled, your PC is vulnerable to attacks.
Important: Disabling your antivirus software or changing the settings may make your PC vulnerable to viral, fraudulent, or malicious attacks. Microsoft does not recommend that you disable your antivirus software or change the settings. If you have to temporarily disable your antivirus software, you should re-enable it as soon as you are done. Use this workaround at your own risk. To temporarily disable your antivirus software, see Disable antivirus software
Cause
This issue can occur if any of the following scenarios exist on your PC.
You do not have permissions to the file or the file location.
The file is on a location that is not currently accessible like a network location or an external drive that is not currently connected to the PC.
The file has been moved or deleted.
The file or shortcut is corrupt.
The file may be blocked by Windows.
Your antivirus software may be blocking the file.
More Information
For more information about errors accessing files or folders in Windows, see 'Access Denied' or other errors when accessing or working with files and folders in Windows
Microsoft Xbox Controller Driver Download
Note: Your Xbox One controller needs to be connected to your PC through the micro USB cable for PC gaming.
The greatest gamepad – now even better
The Xbox One Wireless Controller features over 40 improvements to the award-winning Xbox 360 Wireless Controller.
More immersive
Feel the action like never before with Impulse Triggers. New vibration motors in the triggers provide precise fingertip feedback bringing weapons, crashes, and jolts to life for a whole new level of gaming realism.
New expansion port with high speed data transfer enables clearer chat audio when using a compatible headset.**
More precise
Newly designed D-pad is responsive to both sweeping and directional movements.
Thumbstick improvements enable better grip and accuracy.
Trigger and bumpers are designed for quicker access.
More comfortable
Grips and contours have been designed to fit a wider range of hand sizes comfortably.
Batteries fit inside the controller body, allowing your hands more room to naturally grip the controller.
Additional features
- Contents: Wireless Controller and AA Batteries (2).
- Up to 30ft wireless range.
- Connect up to 8 Wireless Controllers at once to your console.
- Menu and View buttons for easy navigation.
- Seamless profile and controller pairing. Infrared LEDs in the controller can be sensed by the Kinect sensor.
- Expansion port for add-on devices like the Chat Headset.
- Compatible with Xbox One Play and Charge Kit and Xbox One Chat Headset.
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