Mac air keyboard locked

hello! my mac air keyboard was locked, and thus, i cannot log in. would you know how to unlock. am a newbie. thanks!

So you get to the login screen, and nothing happens when you press keys? Try clicking in the password field with the trackpad.

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Did you lock it?
If so, press the option key 5 times.
If that is not the case try resetting PRAM,SMC and making sure that battery is charged.
Reset PRAM. http://support.apple.com/kb/PH4405
Reset SMC. http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
Choose the method for:
"Resetting SMC on portables with a battery you should not remove on your own".
If this does not help, contact Apple.
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Hello there.
I`ve been trying to pair Macbook Air Keyboard with Apple Tv 1080i.
Is that possible?
So far no luck, password or not.
It even shows up on Mac Air Bluetooth settings but no luck paring it up.
In Apple Tv Bluetooth preferences Searching... Keep on going.

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Pushkin,
I found that if I turn on FileVault my keyboard backlight doesn't come on at initial Login screen from boot. Nor can I adjust the brightness of my screen or keyboard backlit. The moment I turn off FileVault I can then adjust those things and everything works fine.
I say initial because if I log out of my user and am taken to the login screen I can adjust both keyboard and screen backlights.
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Also I think that its important that we let Apple know this is going on. If you feel up to it I would send them feedback. I mean if you would like to that is. https://www.apple.com/feedback/macosx.html
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My Mac Air Keyboard Lcked but Makes sounds as if invalid key is being pressed?

My Mac today started acting funky. The keyboard is mostly unresponsive. But i managed to get into one of the none administrative accounts. When in the account though, when i attempt to search things. The keyboard makes sounds as if pressing an invalid key. My trackpad is acting weird as well by bringing up copy paste options and then not wanting to press the x button to close windows. What can I do?

Restart.
http://support.apple.com/kb/PH10680
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Reset SMC. http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
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sorry for my english again !.
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The unit likely should be taken to an authorized service provider where
a specialist in those models can test/diagnose the problem and then
suggest the methods and estimate cost to cure the condition.
An Apple Store with Genius section could be helpful, if available, & should
you be able to get an appointment for time allocation to discuss the matter.
A Genius or in-store specialist usually can perform tests & diagnose issues.
Given the unit is going on 5(?) years, it may be in need of other replacements
while it is open. Items that wear out, such as they are. A battery, for example.
They may have a flat rate repair fee where for, say, $300 they fix stuff. And
the more that can be lumped into that rate, the better the cost factor.
Or perhaps it may be time to look into another MacBook Pro or Air model.
There are some late model units in Refurbished/Clearance in online Store.
Be sure to predict the use pattern of a new non-user upgradeable model
and purchase sufficient configuration specifications, looking ahead.
Hopefully the issue is cost effective to resolve.
Good luck & happy computing!

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Reset PRAM. http://support.apple.com/kb/PH18761
Reset SMC. http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
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Reinstalling OS X Without Erasing the Drive
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My Mac Air hung the other day and would only boot with the flashing question mark whichis a very terrible sign. I was able to hold the option key and get back into the disk diag screen. It says the disk is ok but you cannot select anything other than verify. I tired to do a re-install of Mac OS but it says the disk is locked. Is there anything that can be done? I have never seen an error like this before. I can install Mac OS on an external drive and the basic hardware all seem ok except it does not see the SSD so my concern is that my SSD is toast. If anyone has any ideas it would be great

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does my mac air have a spot where i can put a lock for anti theft?

if you got one of those ones that go in a slot on your computer then macbook air doesnt have the slot sorry
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