HT5633 On wireless keyboard...Connect to multiple?

We have a mac Mini and Apple TV together, Can one key board be linked to both

Not at the same time.

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Wireless keyboard connected but can't type in password

I updated from an iOS 10.8 to 10.9 recently after my hard drive crashed and had to get replaced. I have connected the wireless keyboard connected but I can't type in certain key letters. I can only type in numbers and the middle set of letters. The other letters which I can't type into as my password.

Hello amandateavy,
It sounds like your bluetooth keyboard is connected but only some of the keys on it work. I recommend starting by performing a PRAM reset, and then booting to Safe Boot:
About NVRAM and PRAM
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1379
Resetting NVRAM / PRAM
Shut down your Mac.
Locate the following keys on the keyboard: Command (⌘), Option, P, and R. You will need to hold these keys down simultaneously in step 4.
Turn on the computer.
Press and hold the Command-Option-P-R keys before the gray screen appears.
Hold the keys down until the computer restarts and you hear the startup sound for the second time.
Release the keys.
After resetting NVRAM or PRAM, you may need to reconfigure your settings for speaker volume, screen resolution, startup disk selection, and time zone information.
And:
OS X: What is Safe Boot, Safe Mode?
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1564
To start up into Safe Mode (to Safe Boot), follow these steps.
Be sure your Mac is shut down.
Press the power button.
Immediately after you hear the startup tone, hold the Shift key.
The Shift key should be held as soon as possible after the startup tone, but not before the tone.
Release the Shift key when you see the gray Apple logo and the progress indicator (looks like a spinning gear).
After the logo appears, you should see a progress bar during startup. This indicates that your computer is performing a directory check as part of Safe Mode.
To leave Safe Mode, restart your computer without holding any keys during startup.
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
Take care,
Sterling

No wireless keyboard connection after installing lion

Before installing the lion, everything was working perfectly; my keyboard, mouse and trackpad. Then after installing the lion, the keyboard could be detected, but not be connected. What should I do?

It works fine now whit out any setting .I just plug the apple keyboard(wire) and try to do the set up .it (Wireless keyboard) connected automatic .so still need the wire keyboard around for few days and see .thx

Solved. Travel router WTR54GS sharing one wireless hotspot connection with multiple devices

Hi, Passing on info I've learned.
The manual for the WTR54GS mentions being able to "...use multiple devices on a single hotspot account in a coffee shop or airport lounge...". See my original posting, "How to set up a wireless private bubble at paid hotspot? WTR54GS?", which ended in a dead end. I subsequently had a Linksys live chat session and the representative provided the solution. Perhaps worthy to be included in the Wireless FAQ?
Situation: you have access to a paid hotspot (hotel room, meeting room, etc.) and you want to share the connection with several devices, also wirelessly.
Solution: the WTR54GS can accept an incoming Internet connection wirelessely and re-broadcast that connection to form your own private bubble or network. (Note the WTR54GS can also accept an incoming Internet connection via Ethernet cable).
Linksys Live Chat pointed me to these web pages.
Go to the Linksys Easy Answers page: For a schematic of the concept of "associating the travel router to a hotspot (wirelessly)" search for Easy Answer ID# 4831
URL for above is http://linksys.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/linksys.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=4831&p_created=1167963305&p_sid=GmLnq3Zi&p_accessibility=0&p_lva=&p_sp=cF9zcmNoPTEmcF9zb3J0X2J5PSZwX2dyaWRzb3J0PSZwX3Jvd19jbnQ9NjImcF9wcm9kcz0wJnBfY2F0cz0xNzIxLDE3MjMmcF9wdj0mcF9jdj0yLjE3MjMmcF9zY2ZfbGFuZz0xJnBfcGFnZT0xJnBfc2VhcmNoX3RleHQ9V1RSNTRHUw**&p_li=&p_topview=1
There is a "configuration simulator" that shows the options for selecting a wired or wireless incoming Internet Type.
http://linksys.com/ui/files/WTR54GS/1.0_15/Setup-Wireless.htm
The hotspot has to be "open", that is transmitting an SSID and with no WEP or WPA key. It may have a log-in page accessible via a web browser, this is okay as this will be passed onto the connected device.
My personal application is to be able to connect a PDA that has a 801.2b wifi to a 801.2g wireless network. I haven't tried it but if this works, it will extend the useful life of my PDA in a "g" environment. Will report back once I find a "g" only environment. Comments?
-Tony
Dang, the long URL is making for a really wide message. Is there a fix?
Message Edited by tony_vancouver on 02-28-2008 02:08 PM
Message Edited by tony_vancouver on 02-28-2008 02:12 PM

There are two conditions which must be met in order to use your WTR54GS to "extend" an incoming, wireless internet connection:
The incoming connection must be unsecured. You have already covered this point;
The security settings on your WTR54GS can only be set to "WEP," or to "Disabled." If you choose "WEP," then you can use either a 40/64-bit, or a 128-bit key.
If those two conditions have been met, then it works fine -- says the guy who is sharing one paid internet conneciton in his hotel amongst three devices, and with co-workers in nearby rooms.

Why is my Apple Wireless Keyboard connected and paired, but I can't type anything?

Hey,
I’ve been using Apple Wireless Keyboard (A1314) for a year now. Yesterday it stopped working. I can see it’s connected and paired, but I can't type. I tried unparing and pairing it again and sometimes it helps - I have no idea why, but once in ten attempts it works. When it works, though, some strange happen - like my Mac increases it’s volume level like I hit F12 on the keyboard.
When I go to Bluetooth menu battery level is hardly ever shown up. Also, when my keyboard is connected it takes a few seconds to open forementioned bluetooth menu.
So, it there change I will be able to repair it? It’s not like it costs $5. :c

Hello:
Try resetting the SMC.
Barry

Understanding of wireless client connection to multiple APs

Hello,
I would like to know how do wireless clients connect to APs
For e.g. if in a single floor square office space - wireless network with multiple APs exists on the same SSID, how do clients decide which AP to connect to. For e.g. the client may get similar strength signals from two APs close to each other (such as Excellent). Which AP does client connect to.
Secondly, how does the load distribution take place. For e.g. if on one AP, 10 clients connect and on the other AP, 20 clients connect, how can equal load distribution be acheived, that is 15 on each AP without the tiring MAC filtering configurations.
Thirdly, is there something like number of user/connection restrictions on APs. I have gone through some AP manuals and did not find any such specifications like max. # of users = 20 etc. Currently we are using D-Link AP and have noticed that once the # of connections go upto 20, performance reduces heavily such as the latency on gateway pings go upto 1000-2000ms.
Fourthly, how can I identify from the client to which AP it is connected.
Thanks.

I would like to know how do wireless clients connect to APs
For e.g. if in a single floor square office space - wireless network with multiple APs exists on the same SSID, how do clients decide which AP to connect to. For e.g. the client may get similar strength signals from two APs close to each other (such as Excellent). Which AP does client connect to.
ANS - Its first come first serve... however.. sometimes if we have multiple SSIDs one with open auth and no encryption and other fuly protected.. then the client wil connect to the open rather the secured on.
Secondly, how does the load distribution take place. For e.g. if on one AP, 10 clients connect and on the other AP, 20 clients connect, how can equal load distribution be acheived, that is 15 on each AP without the tiring MAC filtering configurations.
ANS - MAC is a good option but apart from that.. i have seen somewhere but not able to remember the command which will limit the number of clients per radio..
Thirdly, is there something like number of user/connection restrictions on APs. I have gone through some AP manuals and did not find any such specifications like max. # of users = 20 etc. Currently we are using D-Link AP and have noticed that once the # of connections go upto 20, performance reduces heavily such as the latency on gateway pings go upto 1000-2000ms.
ANS - AP can take upto 2048 MAC addresses.. its recommended not to have more than 24 clients per AP..
Fourthly, hw can I identify from the client to which AP it is connected.
ANS -If the clients are CCX compatible and aironet extentions enabled on the AP. then the command "show dot11 ass" will tell the clients connecting to which AP.. the AP name will get displsayed in the output..
Regards
Surendra

Wireless keyboard connected but does not work.

My wireless numeric keypad is connected to the iMac, but does not work. Wireless keyboard and mouse are OK. Tried connecting/disconnecting and restarting the Mac to no avail. Everything was fine yesterday. Any suggestions?

Try a SMC reset (could help, cannot hurt):
Intel-based Macs: Resetting the System Management Controller (SMC)
Barry

Wireless keyboard connection lost

I have purchased a brand new Mac Pro with wireless keyboard and mouse. The connection is constantly lost between the keyboard/mouse and the computer. At times it is only lost for a second or two, however at other times I have to shutoff the keyboard/mouse and turn it on again to be able to use it. All the lost connections seem random. The batteries are at maximum and the keyboard/mouse is within a couple of feet from the computer. Any ideas what the problem could be?

Sorry, no suggestions, but I'm having the same problem with the wireless keyboard. It happens several times/day even when batteries are fully charged. Turning off Bluetooth and turning it back on seems to fix it temporarily, but it is disruptive.

Apple wireless keyboard connection problem

My wireless keyboard has worked fine since I bought it 18 months ago. I haven't changed anything in my system but the PowerBook suddenly stopped responding to the keyboard although my wireless mouse works fine. I changed the batteries in the keyboard, restarted my computer and it still didn't work. I deleted the old keyboard and used the Bluetooth Set-Up assistant to reconfigure the keyboard. When that didn't work, I downloaded the latest software patch for the keyboard. The computer now recognizes the keyboard but still won't pair with it. I've tried several times with the same results. Keyboard is on and diode lights up. The only thing I've done differently is sync my new iphone with the computer. This doesn't seem like it could be related but after I synced the iphone the keyboard stopped working. Just a fluke? Is my keyboard dead? I don't want to waste a lot of time if the keyboard is dead but I'm not crazy about shelling out for a new one. Its been very dry here and I've been generating lots of static electricity. This doesn't seem to have effected any of my other hardware but could I have fried my keyboard with a static discharge and not noticed? Could it be a virus (I've never had one before so I didn't renew my Norton last month when it expired)? How would I even know if I had a virus? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

I have gone through the exact same experience as dr jill. I was still using Panther when it happened to me. I upgraded to Leopard several weeks after my keyboard problems started, but that was just something I had wanted to do for a while. Tonight, I went to the Genius Bar at my local Apple store. My keyboard pairs with other laptops in the store. When the "genius" tried to pair one of the keyboards in the store with my mac it failed to pair. She even booted my mac up with her external hard disk and the pairing still did not work. At that point, she suggested I could either pay for a new bluetooth card or pay a flat rate fee that would cover anything in case the bluetooth card is not the problem. When I got home, I managed to pair my bluetooth cell phone with my mac. My apple wireless mouse also continues to work fine. So I don't think this is a Leopard only issue since it began when I still had Panther. It's not just a crappy keyboard problem since it works with other macs. If anyone has a solution for this, please post it. You would be the hero for many people.

Wireless keyboard connection

I've lost the part that plugs into the back of the computer that lets the computer communicate with the wireless keyboard. What's it called and is it possible to buy a replacement and from where?

Hi,
Looks like it's an USB dongle. What is the model of the keyboard ? You may need a special one because each set has different code (I don't kow what is it). I'm using few wireless mice & combo mouse/keyboard at home, they are SAME model but the dongles are not swappable. Please conatct HP for help:
In the US:
http://www8.hp.com/us/en/contact-hp/phone-assist.html#section1
or call HP technical support: 800-474-6836. If you live outside the US/Canada Region please click the link below to get the support number for your region.
http://welcome.hp.com/country/w1/en/contact_us.html
Regards.
Regards.
BH
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Wireless keyboard connection failing, hardware or software?

I've had the apple steel wireless keyboard for I'd say coming up on a second year now and it suddenly stops and then starts working. Unfortunately, it stopped working now. Here's what I have tried:
1) replaced batteries a number of times
2) purchased a new bluetooth receiver
3) deleted and re-paired device.
Nothing seems to be working. Th light turns on, and blinks in discoverable mode. When I delete and re-pair the device, once it immediately gave me the code and started working. Now, it sees the keyboard and when I click on it in the bluetooth list to continue to pair, it times out saying that I should make sure it is in range or check the pair coding options. So as far as I can tell, it sees the keyboard for whatever problem but wont go into the pairing process correctly. Has the keyboard just failed? Or is there something on the software side? I'd hate to buy another one to find it's software. Plus, surely it should last for a couple of years?
Other info:
It seems to happen sometimes after the computer has gone to sleep, but not always, and it fails other times.
I have purchased a large wireless trackpad in the last month. Had no conflicts until the last week when the keyboard starting acting nuts. But could there be a conflict there?
Any help would be appreciated. My workstation is set up pretty tightly with all it's components and the wireless apple keyboard has its place.
I'm at a loss.

Interesting. I thought that it might have been interference from my new Apple TV, but after I unplugged it I got the same issue.
I'm almost positive it's software but have not wanted to reinstall the OS. I'm also surprised that I don't see more people bringing up the same issue which really makes me wonder.

TS4456 New Mac mini and older wireless keyboard connect, but don't pair

In setting up my brand new Mac mini, the wireless mouse paired with no problem, but I'm having trouble with the keyboard. I am using an older mouse and keyboard from my previous mini, which is completely shut down. The keyboard shows as being connected to the computer, but when I enter the code and press Return, the code disappears and nothing else happens. After a while the code reappears and I repeat the process with the same results. After several attempts, nothing else happens. I've tried rebooting twice, checked the keyboard batteries, made sure the keyboard light is blinking to show it's discoverable, but I can't move past this screen. I don't know what else to try. Please help!

Hi, it isn't paired to another device is it?
Might see this...
http://www.christopher-parsons.com/blog/technology/solved-bluetooth-devices-not- connecting-to-osx/

Wireless keyboard connection lost/intermittant

Yesterday, while working, my keyboard lost connection as a message saying so appeared on screen. This was momentary and it seemed to regain connection. This is a new keyboard on the new intel iMac. This morning I could not log in and then the icon appeared telling me I lost connection again. I tried changing batteries, even though the ones in the keyboard are new. I ended up getting a connection with the original batteries while taking them in and out, and as the little light on keyboard appeared. Is this a defect with the way the batteries are resting in the keyboard. The metal screw on end of battery compartment screws snug and can not be made tighter. Has anyone had the same problem. I may have been having this same problem all along for the last month, as once in a while I am unable to log in because nothing happens when I type. I thought the computer was still booting somehow, but now I'm thinking that the keyboard has been struggling to find connectivity. When this happened this morning though, it did tell me with the icon that I lost connection.

This sounds good and a way to save me if I'm unable to log in (I hadn't thought of just connecting my old usb k/b and mouse). The "PRAM" & "SMC" I assume were set automatically for me when I set the new computer up last month. I would have to do some 'figuring out' to reset these and delete from BT, whatever that is. Is that a place where I would delete the current wireless k/b and mouse configuration that is giving me problems? (I'll also try new batteries.)

Wireless keyboard: "Connection Lost" all the time. Super annoying.

I have one of the fancy new bluetooth wireless aluminum keyboards (MB167LL/A) and it throws up the ghostly "Connection lost" popup every ten minutes, sometimes more frequently. The new MBP that it's connected to is about 3 feet away.
Is there a way to stop this? It's driving me nuts.

Not as of yet that I have found???
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=7263739#7263739

Does anyone else (or has anyone else) had an issue with their wireless keyboard connecting via the Bluetooth?

The first day I got it, it was fine. Then when I woke up the next day which was less than 12 hours after hooking it up, it wouldn't connect..it let me type a couple of characters to my password, but then literally stopped. My trackpad has yet to have any issues whatsoever. Even during the keyboard malfunctioning it's been fine. In order to get the keyboard to work, I have to log into the guest account, let it be discovered, then pair it. It as now happened on 4 different days, more times than that, though. I've only had it for just over a week. I don't think there's a problem with the computer just because the trackpad is fine. The keyboard blinks that little green light when it's having this issue, too. As you know, it's normally off. Today I tried to log in for the first time and it did the same thing as the first day. It let me type a few characters, then stopped and wouldn't connect. This time, though, when I went into the guest account to let it be discovered it wouldn't let me type the numeric code to pair it. I had to hold down my power button to restart it because I was logged in on another user and it wouldn't let me restart it the normal way without typing the admin username/password...which I obviously couldn't do seeing as how I didn't have a keyboard. Does anyone else think this is a faulty keyboard I need to return? Or is this unfortunately how it works...or what? Help please...
I was at the Apple Store that week 5 times for a messed up phone that they replaced with a total of 4 replacement phones because of different issues the ones they gave me had and driving there that much almost made me say screw it to the iPhone...now I buy this very expensive iMac spending 2 grand and this happens....I'm so mad I am thinking of just returning it and giving up on Apple altogether which Idon't WANT to do...but with all I've dealt with in a 2 week period with the iPhone and now this...oh and I bought a $100 cell phone case I had to replace because it wasn't working correctly. So you see, I am beyond frustartee over Apple.....if anyone could help I'd greatly appreciate it. With all of my problems I've had, you'd think they want to do more than apologize for my inconvenience. Even the techs that helped me said it was ridiculous I've had so many issues and now I'm just adding to the list..

Try this:
Go to System Preferences - Bluetooth. Delete the keyboard from the list of devices by pressing the "-" button. Take the batteries out of the keyboard and reinsert them. In Bluetooth Preferences press the '+" button to add the new device. If the keyboard begins to pair, click the word "pair" and type in the passcode. Press return. The keyboard is now paired.
If the mouse is not pairing, try this: shut down the computer completely, unplug any USB mice, then turn off the power to the bluetooth mouse. ONce the computer starts up again, wait for the pop-up looking for a mouse. Turn on the power to the bluetooth mouse. It should work normally now.

HT5633 On wireless keyboard...Connect to multiple?

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