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Sep 30, 2018 No, I just bought the keyboard a few days ago but they never worked on windows; Buy Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad for Mac in Silver - Apple. I had the old wired one before which did work. Right now I'm using two keyboards- the old and the new one. I already tried removing both from the control panel/etc and then only pairing the new.
Earlier today Apple released a new wireless Magic Keyboard with numeric keypad, filling a long-standing hole in its accessory product lineup. While the new keyboard is a great option for many customers, it seems Apple has removed the much more affordable $49 wired keyboard with numeric keypad from its online store…
While the wired keyboard with numeric keypad definitely wasn’t for everyone, it was a cost-effective option to have full functionality while sticking with an official Apple product. It seems the affordable option Apple is now offering online is Logitech’s K750 wireless keyboard priced at $59.95.
You can still find Apple’s wired keyboard with numeric keypad for $49 at Best Buy as well as B&H Photo.
In related news, we heard confirmation from Apple today that it will not be offering the Space Gray versions of its Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad that will be included with the upcoming iMac Pro.
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Steps for a wireless keyboard
First, make sure bluetooth is turned on on your Mac. Then follow these steps on your keyboard:
- Make sure your keyboard is turned on. If you have a Magic Keyboard or Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, slide the power switch on the back of the keyboard to turn it on (green is visible when the keyboard is on). If you have an Apple Wireless Keyboard (late 2015 or earlier), press the power button on the right-hand side of the keyboard. The green LED on the upper right-hand side of the keyboard will briefly light up.
- Verify that the keyboard is connected by pressing the Caps Lock key. If the keyboard is connected to your system, the Caps Lock light will turn on when you press it.
- Read about setting up your Apple wireless devices to make sure the device is set up correctly.
- Make sure your keyboard has power. Check the battery level in the Bluetooth menu at the top of your screen. If the power is low, recharge your Magic Keyboard or Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, or replace the batteries in your Apple Wireless Keyboard.
- Check the keys by typing in an app like Notes or TextEdit.
If your keyboard still isn't working via bluetooth after you've tried these steps, it may need to be replaced.
Steps for a USB keyboard
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First, check your device's USB connection. If the tips on that page don't fix it, try these steps:
- Unplug all devices from your computer, including any connected mice, keyboards, printers, scanners, cameras, iPods, external hard drives and hubs.
Some devices, like iPod, may require you to perform steps before it's safe to unplug them. - Plug your keyboard and mouse back into your computer firmly and securely. Make sure the connector is completely in the port. (USB plugs fit into ports one way only, and won't plug in if you try to insert them upside-down.)
If you have a Magic Keyboard or Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, also make sure your Lightning to USB cable is securely connected to the Lightning port on the back edge of the keyboard. - If your keys still aren't working, try plugging your keyboard into other USB ports. Make sure you try them all. Check to see if the keyboard's Caps Lock light turns on when you press it, and try typing in an app like Notes or TextEdit.
Magic Keyboard and Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad use a Lightning to USB cable. Make sure the cable you're using is the one that came with the keyboard, or is a Lightning to USB cable that you know is in working order. You can try a different Lightning to USB cable to test whether it is the cable that is causing the issue.
Other tips for fixing issues with your USB keyboard:
- If your keyboard works in one of your USB ports but not all of them, your computer may need a service.
- If your keyboard doesn't work in any of your computer's USB ports, your keyboard may need to be replaced.
- The built-in USB ports on Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad won't provide enough power to charge iPad devices. To charge an iPad, plug your charging cable into the power adaptor that came with your iPad.
If only some keys on your wireless, USB or built-in keyboard work
If some keys on your keyboard work and others don't, try these steps.
Caps Lock key
The Caps Lock key is designed to avoid accidental activation. If the Caps Lock key doesn't turn on with a quick tap, hold the key down for about one second, or until the key's green indicator lights up. Do the same to turn off Caps Lock.
Media Eject key
The media eject key has a slight delay to keep it from being used accidentally. Hold down the key until the Media Eject icon appears on your screen.
Other keys
You may have set an option that changes how your keyboard operates. Choose Apple () menu > System Preferences, and then try these tips:
- In the Accessibility pane, click Speech in the left side. If 'Speak selected text when the key is pressed' is selected, deselect it or click Change Key to select another key.
- In the Accessibility pane, click Keyboard. Make sure Enable Slow Keys is turned off. If it's on, you have to hold down a key longer than usual before it's recognised.
- In the Accessibility pane, click Mouse & Trackpad. Make sure Enable Mouse Keys is off. If it's on, pressing keys in the numeric keypad moves the pointer instead of entering numbers.
- In the Keyboard pane, click Input Sources. Make sure the correct keyboard layout is selected.
You can also see your keyboard's current layout on your Mac's display to make sure you're using the correct layout:
- In System Preferences, click Keyboard, then select 'Show keyboard and emoji viewers in menu bar'.
- Choose the keyboard icon in your menu bar, then choose Show Keyboard Viewer. You'll see a graphical representation of your keyboard that highlights the corresponding keys you press on your keyboard.