Microsoft wireless mouse?

Hello, I'm trying to set up a new mac mini. Can I use a Microsoft wireless keyboard and mouse with it? It appears to recognize the keyboard and mouse, but once i get to the country-selection page, I cannot pick an entry from the table though I can navigate around. I'd really like to avoid spending another ~$100 on an apple keyboard on mouse. Please help?

They should work, but I consider wireless KB & Mouse unreliable, even if Apple's, I'd try a cheap 3$ USB Mouse & $10 USB KB to get you setup & for emergency use.

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