Mac Mini + Bluetooth Keyboard initial setup

On this page :-
http://www.apple.com/uk/keyboard/
It states that an "Existing keyboard and mouse for initial setup" are required.
If I buy a new Mac Mini with apple bluetooth keyboard and mouse, will it all just work or do I need usb devices to set things up?

You just need a bluetooth mouse and keyboard. First it will ask you to pair the mouse with the mac mini if it doesn't automatically pair it. Just turn off the mouse by sliding the cover down and back up...then you'll finish the install of OS X, and then it will ask you to turn on your BT keyboard, and you'll just need to press the power button on the right hand side and push until it blinks and then type in a code that will appear on the screen. It's all quite simple as soon as you try to do it. The directions on-screen are quite self-explanatory.

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If you are having problems pairing, try turning off any other Bluetooth devices within 30 or so feet of your Mac mini. That includes other Computers, iPhones, iPads, etc. that may be in the area. Once your Trackpad has pairedwith your mini, you don't have to be concerned about other Bluetooth devices.
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Sigh.
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