Add Bluetooth Adapter to my Imac

27Aug08
Hello.
I want to replace the internal bluetooth antenna in my imac for a new more powerful bluetooth usb adapter.
I want to hear a set of bluetooth headphones farther than I do now.
I have an IOGEAR Bluetooth USB Adapter which is Mac Compatible. However, the install CD-ROM does not have MAC driver software or install instructions.
I want to enable the USB Bluetooth after I disable the internal bluetooth.
I have the new metal bluetooth keyboard and mouse. I also have the USB metal keyboard and mouse if needed. I want to re-setup the bluetooth keyboard and mouse after I get the USB Bluetooth established.
How do I do this? Thank you for your help.
--chhenden

I have never heard of anyone doing what you describe.
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