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[Solved] Qsmart SW8080 Steering Wheel Connectivity Issues with Xbox One via USB

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  • #1 17649782
    cinko
    Level 22  
    Hello.
    After connecting the Qsmart SW8080 steering wheel to xbox one it doesn't work.
    How to enable xbox to see it?
    It is connected via usb to xbox Qsmart SW8080 Steering Wheel Connectivity Issues with Xbox One via USB Qsmart SW8080 Steering Wheel Connectivity Issues with Xbox One via USB
    To test after connecting to the computer, this first installs some driver and only the red led on the steering wheel has been turned on.
    After pressing the HOME button, the red led lights up, but the control is still not available.
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  • #3 17649839
    cinko
    Level 22  
    In the settings - the game controls cannot see the steering wheel
    I don't know if I have the steering wheel turned on correctly and can turn on the HOME button
    red led or by pressing the three buttons Share, HOME, OPTIONS
    red and green led will light up.
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  • #5 17650039
    Krasnal898
    Level 2  
    Hello. I have the same problem
  • #6 17650052
    sosarek

    Level 43  
    There is no button / switch on the steering wheel to change the operating mode between the PC and individual consoles?
    Company Account:
    Z
    Pka, Poznań, 60-850
    Helpful post? Buy me a coffee.
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  • #7 17650112
    Krasnal898
    Level 2  
    Just that there is nothing
  • #8 17650221
    cinko
    Level 22  
    in the xbox settings there is only a pad controller and can not see anything else.
    There is no pc xbox switch on the steering wheel. Qsmart SW8080 Steering Wheel Connectivity Issues with Xbox One via USB Qsmart SW8080 Steering Wheel Connectivity Issues with Xbox One via USB
    in the xbox settings after entering the device and accessories I have as in the pictures:
    Qsmart SW8080 Steering Wheel Connectivity Issues with Xbox One via USB Qsmart SW8080 Steering Wheel Connectivity Issues with Xbox One via USB
    However, after entering the control game I have:
    Qsmart SW8080 Steering Wheel Connectivity Issues with Xbox One via USB

    Qsmart SW8080 Steering Wheel Connectivity Issues with Xbox One via USB
  • #9 17650268
    Pajda89
    Level 10  
    Pairing doesn't turn on automatically?
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  • #10 17650343
    cinko
    Level 22  
    No, after connecting the steering wheel to usb I can't find it in xbox,
    someone on the internet showed to disconnect the rain and only plug the steering wheel under usb
    but it doesn't work like that either.
  • #11 17657708
    Krasnal898
    Level 2  
    The steering wheel was successfully connected
  • #12 17658361
    cinko
    Level 22  
    You need to connect an additional usb cable to the front of the steering wheel (there is a socket)
    and a microusb on the other side of the cable and it's raining. That's how the steering wheel works.
    Apparently, when connecting this steering wheel to PS you do not need such combinations only with xbox one.
    Best regards and thank you for your interest.

Topic summary

✨ The Qsmart SW8080 steering wheel is experiencing connectivity issues with the Xbox One when connected via USB. Users report that the Xbox does not recognize the steering wheel, despite the red LED lighting up when the HOME button is pressed. Suggestions include checking game control settings, ensuring the steering wheel is powered on correctly, and verifying if there are any accessory settings on the console. It was noted that the steering wheel lacks a switch to toggle between PC and console modes. A solution was provided indicating that an additional USB cable must be connected to the front of the steering wheel for it to function properly with the Xbox One, unlike its operation with PS consoles.
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FAQ

TL;DR: Xbox One won’t detect the Qsmart SW8080 until you add 1 extra cable: "connect an additional USB cable to the front port," with micro‑USB on the other end; then it works. This step isn’t needed on PS. [Elektroda, cinko, post #17658361]

Why it matters: Owners can fix "Xbox One not seeing the SW8080" in minutes without returns or support tickets.

Quick Facts

How do I fix “Qsmart SW8080 not working on Xbox One via USB”?

Use the wheel’s pass‑through link. “Connect an additional USB cable to the front of the steering wheel.” Then use a micro‑USB end. How‑To: 1. Plug the wheel’s main USB into the Xbox One. 2. Insert a USB‑A to micro‑USB cable into the wheel’s front USB port. 3. Connect the micro‑USB end and then open your game’s input settings. [Elektroda, cinko, post #17658361]

Why won’t my Xbox One recognize the SW8080 in Devices & accessories?

Xbox shows only the gamepad until the wheel authenticates via the extra USB link. In screenshots, the console lists just the controller. After adding the front‑port micro‑USB cable, the wheel becomes usable in games. Check Devices & accessories again after linking. [Elektroda, cinko, post #17650221]

Does the SW8080 have a PC/Xbox mode switch I need to toggle?

No. Users confirmed the SW8080 lacks any hardware switch for PC/Xbox modes. Recognition on Xbox One depends on the additional USB pass‑through connection, not a mode selector. [Elektroda, Krasnal898, post #17650112]

What do the LEDs mean when I connect the wheel?

Pressing HOME lights a red LED. Pressing Share + HOME + OPTIONS lights red and green. Without the front‑port micro‑USB link, controls still don’t work despite the LEDs. Add the extra cable to enable input in games. [Elektroda, cinko, post #17649839]

Will the wheel auto‑pair on Xbox One if I just plug in the main USB?

No. Users could not find the wheel with only the main USB connected. Detection occurs after adding the extra USB‑A to micro‑USB link from the wheel’s front port. Then configure input in your game. [Elektroda, cinko, post #17650343]

Do I need the same extra cable when using a PlayStation?

No. The poster who solved it noted PlayStation did not require that additional step. The extra front‑port micro‑USB link is specific to Xbox One for this wheel. [Elektroda, cinko, post #17658361]

The wheel lights up but controls don’t respond—what should I try next?

That symptom matches using only the main USB. The system lights the wheel, but inputs stay inactive. Add the front‑port micro‑USB connection, then re‑enter your game and select the wheel control scheme. This restores control. [Elektroda, cinko, post #17649782]

What happens if I connect the SW8080 to a PC?

Windows installs a driver and the wheel’s red LED turns on. However, control may not be available until you set the input inside your game or use the required link on Xbox. [Elektroda, cinko, post #17649782]

How can I verify my game sees the wheel after the fix?

Open the game’s control settings and switch input to a wheel profile. Before the USB link, menus only showed the pad. After linking, the game should accept wheel inputs for remapping and driving. [Elektroda, cinko, post #17650221]

Which cable exactly do I need for the Xbox fix?

Use a standard USB‑A to micro‑USB cable from the wheel’s front USB port. Connect the micro‑USB end as described in the solution post, then retry your game. [Elektroda, cinko, post #17658361]

Do I need to change anything inside the game after connecting?

Yes. Choose the correct control scheme in the game’s settings. After the wheel authenticates with the extra link, switch from gamepad to a wheel profile or remap inputs. [Elektroda, sosarek, post #17649811]

Has anyone confirmed this solution actually works?

Yes. One user reported a successful connection after applying the additional USB link method. That confirmation followed the thread’s troubleshooting. [Elektroda, Krasnal898, post #17657708]
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