Gray Bluetooth Icon with 3 dots

In the Menu I have a Gray(grey) Bluetooth Icon with 3 black dots over the top. Bluetooth is working but it takes 20 attempts to get it to pair with my Apple Keyboard and Microsoft BT mouse.
I assume this Gray(grey) Icon is an indicator but it's impossible to find what it means.
The MacBook Pro is 2 days old.
I firmly believe that the set up assistant when transferred settings and applications from my MacPro via firewire was a big mistake. My Airport settings are all screwy too.
Any ideas and feedback are appreciated. Thanks!

Hello V:
The icon you mention indicates that Bluetooth is installed and active. If you click on it, you will see a drop down menu.
I would take the two day old MacBook to an Apple store (if they are near you) or call Applecare and indicate you have a warranty problem.
Barry

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