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    apple mini wireless keyboard questions/problems

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by Sir Punk, Mar 6, 2009.

  1. Sir Punk

    Sir Punk Notebook Deity

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    does anybody know if this keyboard supports BT 2.1? there is no tech specs on apple's website.

    I get repeated keys and there is a firmware update that should take care of that.

    also I had to pair it every 2-3 days because when I come back from hibernation or sleep it always have problems connecting, does anybody else have problem?

    does the light blink when batteries are low?

    I saw this software update, http://support.apple.com/downloads/Keyboard_Software_Update_1_2

    what does it add, and is it for this keyboard? all the keyboards in the download section have the same picture but there are d/l updates from 2006 when this keyboard wasn't even around.

    thanks.
     
    Sir Punk, Mar 6, 2009
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  2. Colton

    Colton Also Proudly American

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    1. It supports BT 2.1+EDR

    2. Not too sure what is happening with the repeated keys, but it's most likely a firmware update like you said.

    3. Yes, the light blinks when the batteries are low..

    Hope that helps!
     
    Colton, Mar 6, 2009
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  3. Sir Punk

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    yes that helps. could you tell me how the light blinks when batteries are low. I Can't seem to find a pattern. I know it blinks when it's pairing, I noticed that.
     
    Sir Punk, Mar 7, 2009
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  4. Seshan

    Seshan Rawrrr!

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    Well they last a long time. But if it's blinking and disconnecting all the time. That would probably mean the batteries are dead.
     
    Seshan, Mar 7, 2009
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  5. Colton

    Colton Also Proudly American

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    Exactly. When you try to turn it on and the batteries are dead, then it will blink 3 times and then the light will cut off. ;)
     
    Colton, Mar 7, 2009
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  6. Sir Punk

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    well this keyboard is really giving me a headache, there is so much lag in the typing and I put new batteries. I also have the latest firmware. My BT is now supporting 2.1 but things just seem to get worse.
     
    Sir Punk, Mar 7, 2009
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    R U referring to a different system other than the one in your sig? If not then you might want to consider that Apple's system requirements for that BT keyboard are Mac OS X only. The driver issues most likely are from the lack of compatibility your system, not the keyboard.
     
    HLdan, Mar 7, 2009
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  8. Seshan

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    I have no lag. I game with the wireless keyboard, I have no problems.
     
    Seshan, Mar 7, 2009
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    I have no lag either when using it on my macs, unfortunately you might have run into a Dell + Apple conflict!
     
    HowardZinn, Mar 7, 2009
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  10. Sir Punk

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    you guys are right, but then why at times it works just fine?

    I can't figure out if it's the BT card, or if it's a software thing. I also have bootcamp installed.
     
    Sir Punk, Mar 8, 2009
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  11. Sir Punk

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    I have to keep pairing the keyboard all the time. the firmware is updated, batteries are charged. I might give up on it soon.
    anybody else having issues? my BT mouse works just fine.
     
    Sir Punk, Apr 22, 2009
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  12. Luke1708

    Luke1708 Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    Perhaps it's defective. You could have a genius check it up for you.
     
    Luke1708, Apr 22, 2009
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  13. Colton

    Colton Also Proudly American

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    Yes, like Luke said, there could be something wrong with it such as a defective BT module, faulty antenna, etc. that could be disconnecting it so often. ;)
     
    Colton, Apr 22, 2009
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  14. Sir Punk

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    I'll go to the store. I am just afraid because i don't have the receipt or anything. i bought it with cash.
     
    Sir Punk, Apr 23, 2009
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  15. Luke1708

    Luke1708 Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    Oh that's problem. Did they register it when you bought it. The genius asked for the receipt while inspecting my laptop for backlight staging and fortunately, i had it though There were no signs of heavy backlight staging.
     
    Luke1708, Apr 23, 2009
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  16. Sir Punk

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    I dropped it off. they didn't ask. I highly doubt they are gonna be able to replicated. They wanted me to bring my laptop. I told him it takes at least an hour to replicate. he also said because the drivers aren't written for windows. what BS. so now they are gonna check on their own. if they want me to bring in my laptop, I don't know what I will do. is it written anywhere that apple keyboards are not designed for windows OS? but now windows runs on macs. so? how should I approach them?
     
    Sir Punk, Apr 23, 2009
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  17. Seshan

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    Yes go to this page.
    http://store.apple.com/ca/product/MB167LL/A?fnode=MTY1NDA1Mg&mco=NTA2MzE
    And read minimum requirements. And just to make it easier for you.
    [​IMG]
     
    Seshan, Apr 23, 2009
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  18. Sir Punk

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    they gave me a new one!!! but what jerks. most clerks had no clue on how to do things or answer questions. there must be a high turn-around or they don't get any training.
    let's see how this works. it paired much quicker I noticed.
     
    Sir Punk, Apr 24, 2009
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  19. Colton

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    Congrats! :) So everything is good now, with the paring and battery life? Glad you were able to get a new keyboard! If you have anymore comments or questions, be sure to come back! :)
     
    Colton, Apr 24, 2009
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  20. Sir Punk

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    I am definitely gonna give a few days for testing. If things don't work then it's just the keyboard doesn't work well with vista.
     
    Sir Punk, Apr 25, 2009
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