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How do I put my Bose SoundTouch 10 in pairing mode?

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Sophia Bowman

Updated on April 23, 2026

You can do this by manually putting the system in to setup mode.
  1. On the button pad, press and hold 2 and <)– until the Wi-Fi indicator glows amber.
  2. On your smartphone, tablet or computer, open the app.
  3. From the EXPLORE panel, select SETTINGS > Systems.
  4. Select your system.
  5. Select CONNECT TO A WI-FI NETWORK.

Herein, how do I pair my Bose SoundTouch?

To add a system to your SoundTouch account:

Go to the Wi-Fi settings of your device and connect to the Bose SoundTouch network: For Android devices, the network should automatically connect. For Apple devices, the app instructs you to go to the device Wi-Fi settings and select the Bose network.

One may also ask, why won't my Bose SoundTouch connect to Bluetooth? Go to the Bluetooth® menu in the device settings and remove your Bose product. Then, try connecting again. In the Bluetooth settings of the device, you should see a list of Bluetooth devices that have previously connected to the device. Locate your Bose product in the list and remove it.

Keeping this in consideration, how do I reconnect my SoundTouch 10?

To reset your speaker, press and hold the 1 and the volume down button on your speaker for 10 seconds. After 1 second, all the lights on the front of your speaker will turn orange. Hold down the buttons for 10 seconds until all lights flash white.

How do I update my SoundTouch app?

SoundTouch® Portable System

  1. Download the software update file for your system. Select your system.
  2. Copy the software update file onto a USB drive. Insert a USB drive into a USB port on your computer.
  3. Update your SoundTouch® system to the latest software version. Connect the system to power.
  4. Confirm the software update.

Related Question Answers

Does Bose SoundTouch 20 have Bluetooth?

The SoundTouch 20 is a relatively compact speaker measuring 7.4 inches high by 12.4 inches wide by 4.1 deep. In typical Bose fashion, the speaker's design is fairly minimalist, though it does have a few more buttons than Bose's popular SoundLink Bluetooth speakers (no, this speaker does not have Bluetooth).

How do I connect my Bose SoundTouch 10 to my computer?

Installing Bose SoundTouch on your computer in 10 steps
  1. Step 1: Turn on your PC.
  2. Step 2: Connect the device to the wall socket.
  3. Step 3: Download the Bose SoundTouch program.
  4. Step 4: Open the program.
  5. Step 5: Connect to the internet.
  6. Step 6: Connect to WiFi or Ethernet.
  7. Step 7: connect the USB cable.
  8. Step 8: Name your speaker.

How do I put my Bose SoundTouch 30 in pairing mode?

If a Bose app or instructions ask you to put your system in Setup mode:
  1. On the top of your product, simultaneously press and hold the 2 and Vol- buttons.
  2. Wait until the Wi-Fi light glows solid amber, then release the buttons.
  3. For next steps, refer to the Bose app or instructions that asked you to enter Setup mode.

Why is my Bluetooth not connecting?

For Android phones, go to Settings > System > Advanced> Reset Options > Reset Wi-fi, mobile & Bluetooth. For iOS and iPadOS device, you'll have to unpair all of your devices (go to Setting > Bluetooth, select the info icon and and choose Forget This Device for each device) then restart your phone or tablet.

Why is my Bose not connecting?

For Android devices, try clearing stored Bose app data from the device. If using an Android device, you can clear the app data that the device stores for the Bose app. To do this, go to the device Settings menu and look for the Apps menu. Select the Bose app and choose both Clear Cache and Clear Data.

Why is my Bose SoundTouch not working?

If your Bose SoundTouch 10 is not connecting with the stereo, please make sure the SoundTouch systems are within range of the router. If this does not work, reset all devices involved (SoundTouch 10 speakers, router, range extenders/repeaters) by unplugging them from power for one minute.

Can't connect to Bose speaker?

For Android devices, go to Settings > Applications and select the Bose app. Tap Permissions and check that Location is not disabled.

There are two ways to remedy this on an iOS device:

  1. In your device settings, scroll down to your list of apps.
  2. Select Bose Connect.
  3. Under "ALLOW BOSE MUSIC TO ACCESS," enable "Bluetooth."

How do I reset my Bose SoundTouch wireless adapter?

SoundTouch® Wireless Link unless you use the same account to set it up again.
  1. Unplug the power cable.
  2. Press and hold the Control button while reconnecting the power cable.
  3. Release the Control button when the Wi-Fi® indicator is solid amber.

How do I reset my Bose Bluetooth?

Press and Hold the Bluetooth Button for 10 Seconds, until you hear “Bluetooth Device List Cleared†and the Bluetooth Light is blinking Blue. Delete or Forget the entry for the Speaker from your device. Now attempt to pair your device with the Speaker.

Is Bose discontinuing SoundTouch?

As we are evolving our product assortment to better serve your needs, we are discontinuing sales of some SoundTouch products. We remain committed to support both the SoundTouch app and product software for the foreseeable future.

How do I pair my Bose Bluetooth?

On Android devices: Go to Settings > Connected devices > Connection preferences > tap the Bluetooth toggle switch on/green. Tap Pair New Device > select Bose Soundlink.

Why is my Bose not connecting to Wi-Fi?

If your network name, password or security type recently changed, update the network settings in the Bose app. If your router settings change, the netework info of all devices connected to your router needs to be updated. To update network info for your Bose product, see Connecting to a Wi-Fi network.