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FIX: Bluetooth support service error 1079 on Windows 10

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Updated onMay 23, 2024

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TheBluetoothsupport service error 1079 states:Error 1079: The account specified for this service is different from the account specified for the other services running in the same process.

Are you getting that error when trying to connect, or pair,Bluetooth devices? If that’s so, it could have something to do with the Local System account starting the services or driver incompatibility.

Bluetoothsupport service error 1079 can cause many problems on your PC, and speaking ofBluetootherrors, here are some common issues that users reported:

How do I fix Bluetooth support service error 1079?

1. Update the Bluetooth driver

You can always download the missing driver quicker and easier using aspecialized driver updating tool.

These powerful tools can run a system-wide scan and identify the correct drivers needed by your system. You can then download and install them in just a few minutes.

2. Run the Hardware Troubleshooter

3. Configure the Bluetooth Support Service

4. Switch the Bluetooth device to Discovery Mode

You should also switch on the Bluetooth device you’re attempting to pair with the desktop or laptop, and switch it to its discovery mode.

How you switch it to discovery mode depends largely on the device. Keyboards, mice, and headsets usually have a button you need to hold down for a few secs.

If you’re not sure how to switch a device to discovery mode, check its manual for further details.

5. Install the latest updates

Note:If any updates are available, Windows will download them automatically in the background. Once the updates are downloaded, restart your PC to install them. After the latest updates are installed, check if the problem is still there.

6. Perform an SFC and DISM scan

7. Create a new user account

Once you create a new user account, switch to it and check if the problem appears. If not, it means that your old user account is corrupted, so we advise you to move all your personal files to the new account and start using it instead of the old one.

Those are a few fixes for error 1079. If you still need to fix Bluetooth, check out thisexpert guidefor further detail.

If you’re facing other problems with your computer or software, you’re going to find a solution in ourTech Troubleshooting section.

News, guides, and tips, you can find all on ourWindows 10 Hub.

FIX: Bluetooth support service error 1079 on Windows 10#

How do I fix Bluetooth support service error 1079?#

1. Update the Bluetooth driver#

2. Run the Hardware Troubleshooter#

3. Configure the Bluetooth Support Service#

4. Switch the Bluetooth device to Discovery Mode#

5. Install the latest updates#

6. Perform an SFC and DISM scan#

7. Create a new user account#