Apple wireless keyboard and trackpad have decided to disconnect. Is there a simple way to connect them back up. Remember, I can't to anything on the machine because they won't connect!

I can't do any thing on the machine because I can't log on to it because the keyboard and mouse won't or aren't connected to the machine. Somebody please help? :)

Have you tried pulling the batteries out, & maybe try a set of fresh Alkaline batteries?

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I took it to the same shop where i purchased they sent it to the apple
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or the action on it.
We are mainly just users to users here, and sometimes a Apple folk will respond, but it's just a direction to a Apple support document, no service or account issues are handled here.
Will they replace the mac book pro as it is still in warranty
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They might be in the process of fixing it, or they might be deciding they need to keep your machine for investigation.
Apple will take care of you, make sure you buy AppleCare and a external drive for TimeMachine if you haven't already.

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