The Vive Pro uses this chip to communicate with base stations; if the driver is faulty, VR hardware won't wake up. Solutions to BCM2045A0 Driver Issues 1. Reinstall/Update via Device Manager (Easiest) Right-click the Start button and select Device Manager . Expand the Other devices or Bluetooth section. Right-click BCM2045A0 and select Update driver . Select "Search automatically for updated driver software."
Restart . A warning about Bluetooth drivers should appear; clicking this usually triggers an automatic installation. Use Manufacturer Support : bcm2045a0
While it may not be the latest Bluetooth 5.3 chip on the market, this single-chip solution was a workhorse for wireless connectivity in its prime. Here is why it still matters: The Vive Pro uses this chip to communicate
refers to a specific Broadcom Bluetooth controller chipset frequently found in laptops and VR hardware like the HTC Vive . When this text appears in your Windows Device Manager under "Other Devices" with a yellow exclamation mark, it typically means the system has identified the hardware but lacks the necessary drivers to make it function. Common Occurrences Expand the Other devices or Bluetooth section