Apple Wired Numeric Keyboard Problem?

Hello, I just bought a Wired apple numeric keyboard from the Apple store today to replace my small wireless keyboard which came with the iMac mid 2011.
When I turn on my computer It logs in fine, then it highlights a folder on my desktop and makes a error noise. If you know what im talking about it's the burr noise. I have tryed booting without the keyboard plugged in and there is no noise.
This only happens at startup.
Also I have noticed When trying to boot Bootcamp up at startup by holding ALT, it never works and I need to use my other wireless keyboard to do so.
And when Windows boot logo comes up the keyboard appears to freeze, Windows From booting up. I have unplugged and tryed this and it boots up fine, seems to be the keyboard once again.
Any Help would be nice
- Regards Ohytue

Can't offer a mechanical fix for broken component. You could call Apple's Express Lane and arrange for a replacement. I believe all items come with a 90l-day warranty.

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the hardware is known good and that includes the logic board and or
USB ports used to connect the USB standard or pro keyboard to the
Mac are good, then further investigation is required. Patient, tedious.
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plugged into the computer. A mouse can be run from a powered USB
hub, but some hubs don't work or work incorrectly in some cases with
keyboard commands on startup. And having too many things attached
in a string of USB devices (unpowered hubs, etc) can cause a brown-
out or power failure; since USB can only support a limited number of
items attached to the computer's internal powered ports. Be they USB
or FireWire, there is a limit and rules apply; should peripherals be in
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