You may encounter a problem while connecting or pairing your Bluetooth keyboard or any other device with your Windows 11 or Windows 10 computer. This often occurs when the Bluetooth option has been disabled. If not, you can still obtain it, but you will receive an error message stating, ‘Check the PIN and try connecting again.’ Here are some troubleshooting steps you can try to resolve the issue.
Check the PIN and try connecting again Bluetooth error in Windows 11/10
Most of the times, the problem is resolved by restarting the computer, going to Windows Settings and selecting ‘Add Bluetooth or other device’ and putting the keyboard into pairing mode. When the keyboard shows up in the ‘Add a device’ dialog, simply select it. However, If your Bluetooth keyboard won’t connect in Windows 10 and you receive Can’t pair Bluetooth keyboard, Check the PIN and try connecting again message then try these suggestions:
- Use Device Pairing Wizard
- Using Registry Editor.
1] Use Device Pairing Wizard
The Device Pairing Wizard (Add a device) allows Windows to look for new devices and display them underneath it. You can follow the instructions in the wizard to connect the Bluetooth device to Windows.
Press Win+R together to open the Run dialog box.
Type, ‘devicepairingwizard’ in it and hit the ‘OK’ button.
Now, wait for some time for devices to appear.
When see, select the Bluetooth device which you want to add.
Instantly a new screen with a passcode will pop up.
Simply, note the passcode and quickly type the code from your Bluetooth keyboard.
Hit ‘Enter’ when done.
You should see the Bluetooth keyboard successfully paired with the PC.
2] Using Registry Editor
Press Win+R together to open Run dialog box again.
Type ‘regedit’ in it and click OK.
Thereafter, browse to the following location –
HKEY_USERS/.DEFAULT/Software/Microsoft/Windows/CurrentVersion/Bluetooth/ExceptionDB
If you see the ‘Addrs’ folder, expand it. If you see any keys/folders under it, simply select it and delete them. The keys below that key represent the MAC address of the Bluetooth devices.
If you do not see the Addrs folder, then there is nothing you can do.
Having done this, try pairing your Bluetooth keyboard again. You should not see the ‘Check the PIN and try connecting again’ message anymore.
Hope this helps.
Why isn’t my Bluetooth keyboard connecting to my PC?
Ensure Bluetooth is enabled under Settings > Bluetooth & Devices. If the keyboard isn’t connecting, uninstall the Bluetooth drivers, then restart your PC to have them automatically reinstalled. You can also run the Bluetooth troubleshooter, located in the Settings app, for additional help. These steps can help fix connectivity issues.
Why is my wireless keyboard not discoverable?
If your wireless keyboard isn’t discoverable, first ensure it has adequate battery life. Confirm it’s in range of your device, and then restart both. Clear any previous pairings from Bluetooth settings and attempt to reconnect. This can resolve detection issues and establish a successful connection.
Why is my Bluetooth keyboard not popping up?
If your Bluetooth keyboard isn’t appearing, it may have lost its connection. Check your Bluetooth settings, ensure Bluetooth is enabled, and try reconnecting by navigating to Start > Settings > Bluetooth & devices. If it still doesn’t appear, try removing and re-pairing the keyboard under the Input section to re-establish the connection.
