Unable to see Bluetooth keyboard

My brand new MBP doesn't connect with my Bluetooth keyboard. It sees it, but can't make a connection. Restarts have failed to fix the problem.

Thanks, Jay, but no joy. Did all that, including replacing the batteries.
Based on another thread I even reset my NVRAM/PRAM and it didn't help. Fortunately I have an older plug-in keyboard, which I actually like better. But I'll take both the MBP and the Bluetooth keyboard to the Apple Genius bar and see if they can figure it out.
Frank

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After having the same issue on a new Mac Mini with 10.7, and pulling my hair out I found the following 'hack' to set up a wireless keyboard during initial setup.Please bear in mind that I had access to a USB mouse, but NOT a keyboard, so this should help if you want to pair a bluetooth keyboard during the initial setup process.
In the setup process click next until you reach the account creation screen - you can't get past this one wiothout a keyboard.
Right click on the empty "Full name" input field and select "Show spelling and grammar"
Now you should see a window. Bottom left corner, click on the "Automatic by language"
Select "Open text preferences" from the menu, toward the bottom
At this stage you should see the top menu bar, with System Preferences running
Click View from the top bar menu, then select Bluetooth
Now you are able to pair your bluetooth keyboard in the usual way, clicking on "Setup new device"
Hope this saves some time for people with the same issue.
Apple please fix this, it is not a good first impression.

Unable to connect Bluetooth Keyboard and magic mouse

I am unable to connect to either my keyboard or mouse. I have a bluetooth keyboard and magic pad in my office that was paired to my Macbook pro but I am not bringing it anymore sense getting my iPad. The iPad seems to see the keyboard but not the pad. But neither will connect. I'm baffled.
Any suggestions will be much appreciated.

What do you mean the iPad sees the keyboard but will not connect? Have you un-paired it from the other computer? Should do that first, then do the pairing with the iPad...if it is a supported keyboard. Posters have noted they are unable to pair the old A1016 Bluetooth keyboard, ca 2005, with the iPad.

Unable to pair bluetooth keyboard

I started up the imac and things went great. Paired the keyboard and the mouse. Then after two weeks, the link to the keyboard was gone but the mouse remained paired. I tried multiple times to pair the keyboard. Changed the batteries, am updated on all software, and re-booted several times. Mouse works, keyboard does not. Am now typing on Logitech S530 keyboard that uses USB connection. Any ideas?

Hello Mitolo:
Welcome to Apple discussions.
I think I would take the KB into an Apple store (I think there is one in Milwaukee) and see if it pairs on another system. If the KB is relatively new, I would call Applecare and suggest a warranty replacement.
Barry

Bluetooth keyboard no pairing with apple tv

how to use apple tv with bluetooth keyboard.
mine will not pair or discover. I know it works because I am using it on my iPAD.

Hello SKBright,
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
For more information on this, take a look at:
Apple TV: Using the Apple Wireless Keyboard
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5633
Troubleshooting your keyboard
If you are unable to see your keyboard when you attempt to pair it with Apple TV, check that your keyboard is:
Powered on and in range of your Apple TV
Set for discovery or pairing
A blinking LED indicates that the Apple Wireless Keyboard is in the discoverable mode. If you don't pair your keyboard with your Mac within three minutes, the indicator light and keyboard will turn off to preserve battery life. If this happens, press the On/Off switch to turn your keyboard on again.
When using third-party devices, check with the keyboard manufacturer for additional information.
Not paired or connected to another device
If your keyboard responds intermittently or cannot maintain a connection:
Ensure that the keyboard has sufficient charge or fresh batteries
Check for nearby sources of interference, including other wireless devices, Bluetooth transmitters, and so on
Try unpairing and then repairing your keyboard with Apple TV
Best of luck,
Mario

TS1569 Dual bluetooth keyboard : no pairing

Hi,
I have two aluminum bluetooth keyboards (different layouts).
After restarting my computer one of them stopped working.
After "forgetting" it I can't even pair with it again. I have tried turing it off and on again.
Thanks in advance,

Hello SKBright,
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
For more information on this, take a look at:
Apple TV: Using the Apple Wireless Keyboard
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5633
Troubleshooting your keyboard
If you are unable to see your keyboard when you attempt to pair it with Apple TV, check that your keyboard is:
Powered on and in range of your Apple TV
Set for discovery or pairing
A blinking LED indicates that the Apple Wireless Keyboard is in the discoverable mode. If you don't pair your keyboard with your Mac within three minutes, the indicator light and keyboard will turn off to preserve battery life. If this happens, press the On/Off switch to turn your keyboard on again.
When using third-party devices, check with the keyboard manufacturer for additional information.
Not paired or connected to another device
If your keyboard responds intermittently or cannot maintain a connection:
Ensure that the keyboard has sufficient charge or fresh batteries
Check for nearby sources of interference, including other wireless devices, Bluetooth transmitters, and so on
Try unpairing and then repairing your keyboard with Apple TV
Best of luck,
Mario

I HAVE JUST BOUGHT A MAC MINI WITH BLUETOOTH KEYBOARD AND ON SCREEN ALL IM GETTING IS A PIC SHOWING TO SWITCH ON KEYBOARD AND ANOTHER THAT SHOWS A SWITCH ON COMPUTER. I CANT SEE A SWITCH ON THE MINI.

I have just bought a mac mini and am trying to set up. The unit is asking me to swith on bluetooth keyboard via pic 1 then pic 2 shows another switch.
I can't see this switch. can anyone help before i launch this thing out the window!

Symptoms
When using Setup Assistant to configure your Mac mini or iMac for the first time, the Bluetooth keyboard may have difficulty pairing.
Resolution
Use a wired keyboard to configure the Mac mini or iMac with the Setup Assistant. If a wired keyboard is not available, follow these steps:
Press and hold the Power button until the computer turns off.
Press the Power button to start the computer.
When a language selection appears, press and hold the power key on the Bluetooth keyboard so that the green light is flashing (discoverable mode).
Use the mouse to click the language you would like.
A code should appear on the screen. Enter the code on the Bluetooth keyboard and press Return. Note: No visible feedback appears on the screen while you enter the code.
The computer and the wireless keyboard should now be paired.
Reference link:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4456

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I suspect problem is related to older Kensington keypad, however, I did see on a Google discussion group that someone suggested some changing of settings on iPad. Trouble is, I cannot find that group again. Any thoughts?

My IMac has stopped seeing the keyboard. I have changed the batteries and the green light comes on saying it is looking to pair with the IMac but without success. I am left with the IMac switched on and I am unable to enter a password.

I have been using my IMac without a problem when I left it and went back to enter the password the IMac did not see the keyboard. I have changed the batteries and the green light comes up on the keyboard and then starts to flash indicating it is looking for the IMac but nothing happens. I have tried another set of new batteries with the same result. Is there any known problems in this area. The IMac is 5 months old.
Thank you for any help

What operating system does your iMac have? (please always post your operating system to prevent confustion).
If it's pre-Lion you will have to set Mail up manually:
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IPad cant see my Bluetooth Keyboard, any suggestions?

I have an iPad 3G 16GB and I'm wanting to use my Apple Bluetooth keyboard with it but i'm having trouble.
When i turn on Bluetooth on my iPad it searches for devices, but just searches and searches and searches and finds nothing, my keyboard is on, I've tried pressing the power button on the keyboard but no dice.
The keyboard is the wireless aluminium model that came with my 24" iMac (Mid 2009), surely it is compatible?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks, Brad.

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Bluetooth keyboard repeating keys

I am experiencing a a problem with a bluetooth keyboard. After a while (> 1-2 minutes), when I am not using it and starting typing, my keyboard repeats first (sometimes second) character about 8 times. I am having this issue only on linux, on windows everything is fine. Do you have any idea how to track this problem? Is this kernel module fault or bluez?

It looks like apple knows about this and made a firmware update for the keyboard. look here http://support.apple.com/en-us/ht4010
I will test if it works and get back to you guys
*UPDATE*
I was unable to install the update. The mac I used told that no keyboard was present even if it was paired with the mac.
Any how. I found another thread, where they explained that apple do not officially state a reset function for the keyboard. But a user might have found it.
basically, unpair the keyboard and then re-pair it. The trick is to hold down the power button throughout the entire pairing proccess (it's a two hand job)
I am testing it now and as of writing there is no problem with repeating keys. Then again I read somewhere that the apple keyboard can have issues with waking up after idling on non apple machines.
Let's see. I'll get back to you on it
Last edited by odp (2014-11-08 15:21:55)

I have a Targus Versavue bluetooth keyboard that has worked perfectly for 2 years. It lost connection yesterday. I charged the battery but it still won't connect. Help ??

I have a Targue Versavue bluetooth keyboard that has worked perfectly for 2 years. It lost connection yesterday. I charged the battery but it still won't connect. I just get a blinking blue light. Help ??

Look at iOS Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1398
iPad: Issues connecting to Wi-Fi networks http://support.apple.com/kb/ts3304
iOS: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4199
Additional things to try.
Try this first. Turn Off your iPad. Then turn Off (disconnect power cord) the wireless router & then back On. Now boot your iPad. Hopefully it will see the WiFi.
Go to Settings>Wi-Fi and turn Off. Then while at Settings>Wi-Fi, turn back On and chose a Network.
Change the channel on your wireless router. Instructions at http://macintoshhowto.com/advanced/how-to-get-a-good-range-on-your-wireless-netw ork.html
Another thing to try - Go into your router security settings and change from WEP to WPA with AES.
How to Quickly Fix iPad 3 Wi-Fi Reception Problems
http://osxdaily.com/2012/03/21/fix-new-ipad-3-wi-fi-reception-problems/
If none of the above suggestions work, look at this link.
iPad Wi-Fi Problems: Comprehensive List of Fixes
http://appletoolbox.com/2010/04/ipad-wi-fi-problems-comprehensive-list-of-fixes/
Fix iPad Wifi Connection and Signal Issues http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwWtIG5jUxE
Unable to Connect After iOS Update - saw this solution on another post.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4010130?tstart=60
Note - When troubleshooting wifi connection problems, don't hold your iPad by hand. There have been a few reports that holding the iPad by hand, seems to attenuate the wifi signal.
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If any of the above solutions work, please post back what solved your problem. It will help others with the same problem.
 Cheers, Tom

Brookstone Bluetooth keyboard compatible with os7?

I cannt get my ipad to find my brookstone Bluetooth keyboard since I updated to OS7. Anyone know if it is still compatible?

Hey there Patricia,
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
If you cannot pair the Keyboard with the phone via bluetooth, I want to recommend this article:
iOS: How to troubleshoot Bluetooth connections
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4562
Check that you are in range of the Bluetooth device with which you are trying to pair your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. Most Bluetooth devices have a range of approximately 30 feet.
On your iOS device, tap Settings > Bluetooth and find your device in the list. If your device says Not Connected, tap the name of your device to attempt to connect it.
Tap Settings > Bluetooth and turn Bluetooth off and then on again.
Make sure that your Bluetooth accessory is turned on and fully charged or connected to power.
Restart your iOS device.
Tap Settings > Bluetooth and locate the Bluetooth accessory you are currently connected to or attempting to connect to. Then tap and Forget this Device. Try to pair your Bluetooth accessory again.
Note: You may need to re-enter your Bluetooth accessory PIN if your accessory requires one. Some common PINs are 0000, 1111, and 1234.
Restart your Bluetooth accessory by turning it off and then on again1.
Update your device to the latest version of software. See how to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
If your Bluetooth accessory has upgradeable firmware, check to see that you have the latest version1, 2.
If that does not resolve the issue I would try these steps from down the bottom of the article:
Unable to pair to a Bluetooth accessory
If you see the word "Connected" next to a Bluetooth accessory in Settings > Bluetooth, your iOS device is already paired to a Bluetooth accessory. Remember, you can only connect to one Bluetooth accessory at a time.
If your Bluetooth accessory requires a PIN for pairing, be sure that you are entering the correct PIN1.
Reset network settings by tapping Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings.
Note: This will reset all network settings including: previously connected Wi-Fi networks and passwords, recently used Bluetooth accessories, VPN and APN settings.
Cheers,
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