TS3048 My new wireless keyboard uses the key positions of the old keyboard

I am using a wireless keyboard to type this question...the letters work fine its the characters and the corresponding keys that are not working. I have downloaded all the updates, it looks like a simple setting issue. The computer seems to still think it is using the old key positions. Thanks for the help, I am suprised this is not a common problem with a troubleshoot answer on apple online support

I had this problem too. You have to download and install "Keyboard Software Update 1.2" from apple support downloads. After downloading and install you should restart your computer and the problem is gone. Additionally you will be able to view the battery status of your keyboard in the system preferences / keyboard / bluetooth windows.
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Got it brand new via the online shop.
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