Connecting to the Brain with Web-based VEXcode IQ - Windows – VEX Library

It takes just a few steps to connect a VEX IQ Brain to Web-based VEXcode IQ on a Windows device.

How To Connect a VEX IQ Brain from Web-based VEXcode IQ on a Windows device

Screenshot of the VEX IQ Brain connection interface, displaying options for connecting to the brain via web-based tools, as part of the VEX IQ Robotics platform documentation.

Be sure the IQ Battery is charged and is connected to the IQ Brain.

Turn on the Brain by pressing the Check button on the Brain.

Screenshot of the VEX IQ Brain connected to a Windows device, displaying the connection status and options for programming and managing the VEX IQ robotics system.

Connect the IQ Brain to your Windows device, using the USB-C cable.

Note: Your IQ Brain must remain plugged into your Windows device throughout the connection process.

Icon representing the VEX IQ Brain, illustrating the connection to the VEX IQ Robotics platform for educational purposes, including programming and project ideas.

Launch web-based VEXcode IQ by navigating to codeiq.vex.com.

Select the Brain icon in the Toolbar.

Illustration showing how to connect to the VEX IQ Brain using a web-based interface, featuring labeled components and connection steps for educational robotics.

Select ‘Connect.’

Screenshot illustrating the web-based connection process to the VEX IQ Brain, showcasing the interface and options available for users to connect their robotics system for programming and control.

A text box will appear and explain that you should choose the Brain labeled 'Communications Port'. Select 'Continue' on the text box to open the connection window.

Screenshot showing the web-based interface for connecting to the VEX IQ Brain, featuring connection options and settings for programming and controlling VEX IQ robots.

Select the IQ Brain labeled 'Communications Port', from the list of Brains available.

Screenshot showing the web-based interface for connecting to the VEX IQ Brain, featuring connection options and instructions for users to set up their robotics system effectively.

Select the ‘Connect’ button, once you have chosen the 'Communications Port' IQ Brain ID.

Illustration of a green VEX IQ brain, depicting its connections and features, used in educational robotics for beginners. This image supports the section on connecting to the brain in the VEX IQ knowledge base.

Once the IQ Brain is successfully connected the Brain icon will turn green.

Diagram showing incorrect port connections for VEX IQ robotics system, illustrating common wiring mistakes to avoid when connecting components to the Brain in the web-based setup.

If the connection is unsuccessful, another text box will appear prompt you to select the Brain that is not currently paired.

How To Disconnect a VEX IQ Brain from Web-based VEXcode IQ on a Windows device

Screenshot showing a 'Disconnected' message on the VEX IQ Brain interface, indicating a lost connection, relevant to troubleshooting connectivity issues in the VEX IQ robotics platform.

To disconnect your device from an IQ Brain, unplug the USB-C cable from your Windows device or the IQ Brain.

Illustration showing the connection process to the VEX IQ Brain via the web-based interface, featuring labeled components and steps for users to follow in setting up their robotics platform.

You can also disconnect an IQ Brain from web-based VEXcode IQ by turning the Brain off.

Turn the Brain off by holding the X button until the screen on the Brain goes black.