The launch of the new full-sized wireless keyboard prompted Apple to quietly discontinue its wired counterpart. While Apple keyboard fans were happy to say hello to the new wireless Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, it turns out that Apple had no problem saying goodbye to the wired model. It also obviously never needed to be charged, so it was ideal for Macs used in shared settings or in large businesses. As a wired keyboard, it lacked the flexibility of its wireless counterpart, but it was cheap - dirt cheap in terms of Apple accessories - at just $49.

If the Bluetooth status doesn’t change, disconnect all USB devices and restart your Mac again.Previously, the only Apple-made keyboard to sport a numeric keypad was the older wired variety, first introduced in 2007. Click the Bluetooth icon using a USB mouse or built-in trackpad and select Turn Bluetooth On.īluetooth is offline or unavailable. Click the Bluetooth icon to identify the affected device, then recharge the device or replace its batteries.īluetooth is off. When this icon flashes, at least one wireless device has a low battery.

See the Make sure that your wireless mouse, keyboard, or trackpad is turned on section of this article.īluetooth is on and at least one wireless device is connected. Bluetooth menu iconīluetooth is on, but no wireless devices are connected to the Mac. If the Bluetooth icon doesn't appear, or if the menu bar status continues to indicate that Bluetooth is off, restart your computer and then try to turn Bluetooth on again. Refer to the table below for more information on determining the Bluetooth status.

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