# Linux Mint 21.3

## **General Algorithm for Using the Dongle**

### 1.  **Disabling the Internal Bluetooth** 

* [**Please see our guide on how to disable internal Bluetooth on your computer to switch to the Dongle**.](https://app.gitbook.com/o/QqXoDzMCs5VyqgkjQYei/s/-M7HfF1vPVVRPdEjUgtA/~/changes/156/how-to-use-hideez-bluetooth-dongle-on-linux/disabling-the-internal-bluetooth)

### **2. Connect the External Bluetooth Dongle**

* **Plug in the Bluetooth adapter**

  The Bluetooth adapter indicator should appear on your screen, indicating that the external dongle is active and ready for use.
* **Click the Bluetooth Icon in the toolbar**
* **Click turn on Bluetooth**
* **Adding Devices**:

  Use the Bluetooth button in the upper right corner of the screen.

### Pairing Bluetooth devices via Hideez Dongle on Linux Mint 21.3 "Virginia"

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**Alternative Method of pairing via Command Line**

1. **Launch the Utility**:

   ```
   bluetoothctl
   ```
2. **View Available Devices**:

   ```
   devices
   ```
3. **Pair the Device**:

   ```
   pair <MAC address of the device to be added>
   ```
4. **Establish the Connection**:

```
connect <MAC address of the device>
```