Bluetooth keyboard setup error

Just started getting the dreaded bluetooth setup error. I am running Macbook Pro Retina (mid 2012) on OS version 10.10.2. A window pops up indicating bluetooth is having trouble detecting the keyboard. But we have both a wired keyboard and a wired mouse. This window pops up even if you turn bluetooth off. I have had this error before, but I cannot remember how to fix this problem. Anyone out there know about this error and how to resolve the problem?

Try resetting the PRAM and SMC....cannot hurt, might help.
Barry

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