HT5172 I am having to restart mini mac and unplugging/plugging in the usb mouse to activate the mouse. Any support/answers to simplify activating the mouse?
I am having to restart mini mac and unplugging/plugging in the usb mouse to activate the mouse. Any support/answers to activate the mouse?
Reset PRAM.
Shut it down completely.
Holding the Cmd+Opt+P+R keys, press the power button.
Listen for the "startup chime" to sound three times and release the keys.
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Can both products be connected by hdmi?
Is that the best way?
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If so, what cables will I need?
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