Getting Logitech F310 to work with Macbook USB-C port

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Connect & use Logitech F310 with Macbook

Since my Macbook Pro only has USB-C port, I used an USB-A to USB-C adapter to connect my F310 to it, but it does not work (pressing MODE button does not turn on the LED).

How to

To make it work:

• Disconnect F310 from Mac
• On F310: switch X-input to D-input
• Hold Logitech button (in the middle)
• Connect F310 to Mac via adapter, now you can release the Logitech button.

Now you should be able to use your gamepad.

Test:

1. Try pressing MODE button, the LED should turn on/off.
2. Use Gamepad Tester

Notes:

• Changing it back to X-input will not work

Credits

• Rjbeeth for finding this solution.

Thank you!

I use this controller with Keyboard Maestro. After doing the above I was able to get the controller to light up, but none of my macros were trigger. I then tried holding MODE and the middle Logitech button at the same time while plugging in (in "D" mode). To my surprise it worked! So, I recommend trying this if the controller doesn't seem to be working right.

Also, strangely enough, after doing this I can plug and unplug without holding any buttons... I just have to hit MODE to turn the controller on.

Thank you!

This also works with F710! Instead of plugging USB cable I just plugged USB reciever and it worked perfectly. Thanks!

hey, thanks!
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hey I have a problem with RT and LT. they are working as a normal button. Its not sensitive.

Thank you very much!!!!!

Thanks!

Great, many thanks!

Really useful, thanks a lot

hey I have a problem with RT and LT. they are working as a normal button. Its not sensitive.

@sydneyfunnelAIO Hey have you found a solution to this and could you share?

Had same problem but with F510 model.
Connection problem was solved with cable with external power supply (I made it for external cd/dvd drive).

With this cable gamepad connects without any manipulations every time.

But now I run into software problems:

1. Gamepad disconnects when Steam app is launched.
2. Back button acts as home button and launches Launchpad with games folder in any app. Logitech button does nothing.
   Has anyone solved this issues?

Hardware: Macbook Air m1, macOS Ventura 13.4.1, Steam version 1687386907.

1. Gamepad disconnects when Steam app is launched.
2. Back button acts as home button and launches Launchpad with games folder in any app. Logitech button does nothing.

the same, macos (ventura) is so lame - it does not support x-input, and xbox one gamepads via wired connection=(

tysm

Thank you, I got one controller working. Does anyone know how to get 2+ controllers connected?

hello this is amazingly helpful, im stunned, tysm

1. Gamepad disconnects when Steam app is launched.
2. Back button acts as home button and launches Launchpad with games folder in any app. Logitech button does nothing.

the same, macos (ventura) is so lame - it does not support x-input, and xbox one gamepads via wired connection=(

The solution for #2 is to open a terminal and type these commands. Log out and back in for the settings to take effect.

defaults write com.apple.GameController bluetoothPrefsMenuLongPressAction -integer 0
defaults write com.apple.GameController bluetoothPrefsShareLongPressSystemGestureMode -integer -1

See gamepad controller mapped to Launchpad for details

TYSM

Amazing! Thank you!!

Worked for me as well. Thanks 🙏