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Gamers who want to enjoy Xbox games on their PCs can do so by connecting the Xbox One console with a Windows 10 PC. Windows 10 comes pre-installed with an Xbox app that allows gamers to log into Microsoft and stream games directly from the Xbox One console. To play Xbox One games on your PC, you must enable streaming settings and confirm both devices are connected to the same high-speed Internet network.

Things You Should Know

  • Check to ensure your PC has at least 2 gigabytes of storage required for live streaming to work optimally.
  • Click the “Start” button and install any updates. Then, click “Start” again and launch the Xbox app.
  • Log in to your Xbox Live account using your Microsoft credentials, and get playing!
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Setting Up Your Windows PC

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  1. This is required for live streaming to work optimally between your PC and Xbox One.
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  3. This helps ensure your device is updated and compatible to use with your Xbox One.
  4. By default, the Xbox app is pinned to the Start menu on all Windows 10 devices. [1]
  5. If you don’t already have an Xbox Live account, select the option to register and create an account. You are now ready to set up your Xbox One for streaming.
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Setting Up Your Xbox One

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  1. Microsoft recommends using a wired Ethernet connection for the best possible performance.
  2. This helps ensure your console is updated for streaming with your Windows PC.
  3. You are now ready to connect your Xbox One with your PC. [2]
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Connecting the PC and Xbox One

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  1. The app will begin scanning your Internet network for available Xbox One consoles.
  2. By default, all Xbox One consoles are named “MyXboxOne.” After selecting your Xbox One, the console and PC will connect automatically, and you’ll see new options displayed on-screen in the Xbox app on your PC.
  3. If your Windows 10 device lacks a USB port, you may need to purchase a micro-USB to USB cable adapter.
  4. The game will immediately launch on your Xbox One, and begin streaming on your PC. You can now play Xbox One games directly from your Windows 10 PC. [3]
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Troubleshooting

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  1. Make sure the time and date settings on your Windows PC are set up to adjust automatically if you experience problems logging into the Xbox app. In some cases, discrepancies between time and date can cause problems when trying to sync both devices.
  2. Try entering the IP address for your Xbox One manually if you experience errors after clicking “Connect” in the Xbox app on your PC. The IP address for your Xbox One console can be found by navigating to Settings > Network > Advanced Settings on your console.
  3. This can help ensure streaming runs more smoothly and efficiently.
  4. Try positioning the Wi-Fi router closer to your Xbox One console if you experience streaming problems with a wireless connection. This can help resolve connectivity problems associated with lagging and slowness.
  5. Consider investing in powerline network adapters or Multimedia over Coax (MoCA) if you still cannot achieve optimal streaming and a wired connection isn’t an option. Powerline network adapters allow you to use existing electrical wiring in your home as a high-speed wired network, whereas MoCA adapters allow you to use existing coaxial cable wiring in your home as a high-speed wired network.
  6. In some cases, streaming problems may occur on behalf of default system settings.
    • Launch the Xbox app on your PC, select “Settings,” then select “Game streaming.”
    • Select “High,” then resume gameplay to confirm whether streaming has improved. If not, switch to “Medium,” then “Low” until you find the setting that works best for both devices.
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  • Question
    Does this require internet?
    SCTDerrick
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    It depends. For example, if you are playing Minecraft single player, you probably won't need WiFi. If you play on Xbox live, it might require WiFi.
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