MIDI to USB

HELP ME PLEASE!
I'm new to sound editing, composing via electric keyboard and computer, and I need some help with this one.
I have a MAC OS X 10.4.8..Pretty close to brand new...I've not used a mac in over 12 years, so please,please, please help me.
These are the components I have right now for audio recording, but I can't get it to work.
Electric Keyboard
Midi Cable
Interface
USB calbe
My MacBook
Now, it's all hooked up, but I cannot get the input to work. I've gone to "Sound" and I keep getting the message "This selected device has no input controls." Does that mean I need more software on my MacBook, or does that mean I've hooked something up incorrectly?
HELP ME PLEASE!!!!

With your hardware you should be able to record and play audio (sound) and midi using Garageband and there are great tutorials here http://www.apple.com/support/garageband.
You can also use AudioMidiSetup, which should be in your Applications/Utilities folder, to see what the Mac thinks is connected. It is a bit complicated but normally you wouldn't have to change anything, just use it for info.
If you are still stuck ask again, but include the make and model no of your keyboard and interface then I'm sure we will be able to sort it out.

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