Customer Reviews for StarTech 165' Mini USB Bluetooth 4.0 Adapter
Item # : IM1TG0007
Model # : USBBT1EDR4
- Connector: 1 X Bluetooth class 1.0, 1 x USB-A (4 pin) male, Host interface: USB
- Other (360015)
Price is $29.28
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Most helpful positive review
Posted Oct 3, 2021
Fixed My Mac Bluetooth Frustration
I have a 2019 Mac Mini that always had weak bluetooth reception for my mouse & keyboard. I bought is as "refurbished" and this is probably why someone returned it in the first place. Anyway, to get to the point, I ordered 4 solutions from Amazon and this Mini USB adaptor was the only device that fixed my problem. I'm using that same keyboard & mouse to type this review....
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Most helpful critical review
Posted Jan 15, 2025
Doesn't work with Server 2022
Despite what is advertised this does not work with Server 2022. I spent about an hour with a StarTech tech in a chat session trying to get it to work and we couldn't. The final conclusion is that I have to upgrade to Server 2025 which has full BlueTooth compatibility.
Witchdoc
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Posted Jan 15, 2025
Doesn't work with Server 2022
Despite what is advertised this does not work with Server 2022. I spent about an hour with a StarTech tech in a chat session trying to get it to work and we couldn't. The final conclusion is that I have to upgrade to Server 2025 which has full BlueTooth compatibility.
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Response from Staples :
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our USBBT1EDR4. We are sorry to hear that you experienced difficulty with our Bluetooth adapter. While USBBT1EDR4 is compatible with Windows Server 2022, Bluetooth and Wireless capabilities are not supported by default in Windows Server operating systems and require additional features to be installed from Microsoft. We apologize for the confusion and any inconvenience.
Lukas, February 12, 2025
dave2112
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Posted Mar 16, 2024
does not work with Mac
advertised as plug and play with Mac, does not work at all. Very disappointed
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our USBBT1EDR4. We are sorry to hear that you experienced difficulty with USBBT1EDR4 as this is not expected behavior for our bluetooth adapter. Our Technical Advisors will be reaching out to you shortly.
March 19, 2024
MR SMITH
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Posted Jun 12, 2023
Does Not Work On My Mac
Does not work on my 2013 Mac running 10.14 Mojave, even though Startech says it should. I followed all the instructions (i.e. switching off bluetooth, inserting dongle, switching back on Bluetooth), but the dongle was not recognised. I also tried using BluetoothExplorer, but the dongle still did not work. Very disappointing.
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Response from Staples :
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our USBBT1EDR4. We are sorry to hear that you experienced difficulty with USBBT1EDR4 as this is not expected behavior for our Bluetooth adapter. Our Technical Advisors will be reaching out to you shortly.
Lukas, June 16, 2023
nicknick
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Posted May 8, 2023
Where is the driver to downlod}
This is impossible to take on to page drivers and download and drivers and there is nothing to download but txt and pdf files
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Response from Staples :
Thank you for your review of USBBT1EDR4. We do expect the drivers for this Bluetooth adapter to install automatically when used with a compatible operating system. We provide lifetime technical support with all of our products so one of our team members will reach out directly to offer assistance.
Lukas, May 9, 2023
tim46
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Posted Jun 22, 2022
Dongle and Big Sur
Hi,
I recently buy this dongle but I can't connect it. I disconnect BT, I plug the dongle and I reconnect but nothing happen.
Any ideas?
Tim
Mac Mini 2018 Big Sur
I recently buy this dongle but I can't connect it. I disconnect BT, I plug the dongle and I reconnect but nothing happen.
Any ideas?
Tim
Mac Mini 2018 Big Sur
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Response from Staples :
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our USBBT1EDR4. We are sorry to hear that you experienced difficulty with our USBBT1EDR4 as this not expected for our Bluetooth adapter. Our Technical Advisors will be reaching out to you shortly.
Atha, June 22, 2022
Razz
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Posted May 16, 2022
Device Drivers not local/not installed -
Device Drivers not local/not installed and manual driver installation not possible as there are no drivers on the webpage. Not useable.
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Response from Staples :
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our USBBT1EDR4. We are sorry to hear that you experienced difficulty with USBBT1EDR4 as this is not expected behavior for our USB Bluetooth adapter. Our Technical Advisors will be reaching out to you shortly.
Atha, May 18, 2022
Chris m
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Posted Oct 3, 2021
Fixed My Mac Bluetooth Frustration
I have a 2019 Mac Mini that always had weak bluetooth reception for my mouse & keyboard. I bought is as "refurbished" and this is probably why someone returned it in the first place. Anyway, to get to the point, I ordered 4 solutions from Amazon and this Mini USB adaptor was the only device that fixed my problem. I'm using that same keyboard & mouse to type this review....
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Alex28
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Posted Jun 28, 2020
Does not work with masOS 10.14
iMac 2013, mac Mini 2020. System recognizes it, but it cannot connect to any BT devices, simply times out.
I use BT Explorer (comes with Xcode) to switch between Mac's built-in BT chip and one. Mac's had no problems connecting to same devices.
Was hoping to use it instead of Mac Mini's built-in BT as it is too weak.
I use BT Explorer (comes with Xcode) to switch between Mac's built-in BT chip and one. Mac's had no problems connecting to same devices.
Was hoping to use it instead of Mac Mini's built-in BT as it is too weak.
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Stef
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Posted Jun 11, 2020
No 50 meters
After 10 meters it was done with the sound or voice. No 50 meters at all.
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Response from Staples :
Hello,
I'm sorry to hear of your issues with the USBBT1EDR4. Bluetooth performance will vary based on your environment, especially if there are walls or obstructions causing interference. We provide lifetime technical support with all of our products so one of our team members will reach out directly to offer assistance.
Stacey, June 12, 2020
fix your product
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Posted Oct 16, 2019
Drivers don't work
I purchased this, it's relatively pricey, but something I wanted regardless. but according to this item, which I purchased, I don't have the proper licensing to use this device, that I purchased. And apperantlly its a common issue as well, unacceptable.
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Response from Staples :
We always try to ensure our customers have exceptional experiences with us and our products and we apologize that you are not satisfied with our USBBT1EDR4. If you're receiving this error after installing drivers for the adapter from a CD, we recommend uninstalling the drivers as this adapter is native in Windows and should work without any extra software or drivers being installed. We'd be happy to help you get this working if you require any assistance. You can contact us directly at www.startech.com/support where our Technical Advisors are available 24 hours a day, 5 days a week to provide support.
Matt, October 18, 2019
gomi
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Posted May 1, 2019
Manual Driver install
Windows 10 couldn't find the proper drivers for the adapter and Startech didn't have driver download for product on website. I had to use the CD. The CD installer failed to install the drivers for the adapter and I had to use device manager to point to the CD to install the drivers.
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Response from Staples :
Thank you for your review, we're sorry to hear our USBBT1EDR4 proved difficult to install on your computer. We do expect this adapter to install automatically in Windows 10. Should you have any issues with this adapter in the future, we have Technical Advisors available 24 hours a day, 5 days a week to provide support. We can be reached using the contact information at the top of the webpage.
Matt, May 10, 2019
BenB
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Posted Apr 27, 2017
Key get more than 30 feets
I bought this 2 days ago to connect my headphones to my computer and I can't get further than 30 feets.
I tought maybe it was my headphones so I tried with my phone and it's the samething.
someone wrote that it was unidirectional so I tried to align the "signal" with me.
Same results.
I used a usb extender... tought maybe it was the issue so I removed it. same thing.
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I tought maybe it was my headphones so I tried with my phone and it's the samething.
someone wrote that it was unidirectional so I tried to align the "signal" with me.
Same results.
I used a usb extender... tought maybe it was the issue so I removed it. same thing.
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WBCilliers
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Posted Mar 26, 2017
Works perfectly with my Mac Pro Tower (Mid-2012)
I bought the Bose QC35 wireless headphones and could not connect to my older Mac Pro. Turns out the Bose QC35 required Bluetooth 4.x, and the Mac Pro has Bluetooth 2.1. So I bought this adapter and it worked like a charm. I can now connect to my iPhone 6S and switch to the Mac Pro easily.
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Paula K.
Posted Oct 10, 2016
Hard to get but works perfectly
Coaching Lego Robotics and only have XP laptops to use. StarTech has always been one of my favorite company's as everything I get from them works perfectly. I needed to connect Bluetooth to the robot "brick". My only concern is that it took so ling to get as the shipping company used a "freight carrier" for something the size of a flash drive. After 2 weeks a superviso...
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Paula K.
Posted Jul 30, 2016
Good but not the distance hoping for
This product installed and works on Windows 10 with no problem. However was hoping to get 300' distance. Range with Bluetooth headset. Gets about half that. Could.be my headset but they are also rated as class 2 distance. Have not been able to share files over Bluetooth between iPhone and computer with it. But it don't need that feature. Overall am good with this device...
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MG2240
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Posted Mar 8, 2016
Excellent Device
This is a very good product. The driver software is very comprehensive and reliable.
A big advantage is that it supports wake up from sleep function for keyboard/mouse devices. This is the first adaptor I have come across which includes this function.
So far have not found any disadvantages or problems.
A big advantage is that it supports wake up from sleep function for keyboard/mouse devices. This is the first adaptor I have come across which includes this function.
So far have not found any disadvantages or problems.
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Paula K.
Posted Mar 6, 2016
POOR RANGE
Said to go 150 feet I thought. I cant get 30 feet in a straight line of sight ! Second time I went to use it it wouldn't work at all which could be pc or the STAR TECH I guess. Works well within 20 feet if it doesn't travel through a wall !
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allthunbs
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Posted Jan 18, 2016
a few surprises
we defined a requirement for a small computer and purchased an ASRock BeeBox n3000. this design lacks substantial punch when it comes to distance for the built-in Bluetooth. the beebox is attached to a 42" 1080p TV as the primary display. since this TV could be used with a sickbed, it was determined that a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse were desirable. the distance was be...
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BigMacPoppa
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Posted Apr 10, 2015
USBBT1EDR4 is a very good product.
Mini USB Bluetooth® 4.0 Adapter is a fantastic product! Better working range than other Bluetooth receivers/transmitters. Works great with Sony MDR-10R after checking ALL of the configuration for USBBT1EDR4. You MUST install ONLY the last version of the CSR Harmony software; if you have an older version installed, you MUST uninstall the older version first. The new vers...
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