Cannot pair wireless mouse and keyboard

I have a iMac not used for three years. Trying to set up (have 2 newer ones)Can’t get to pair with new mouse or wireless keyboard. I can’t get into computer to upgrade for connections. Screen shows my name and guest and gives choice of sleep, etc

How to get computer on and connected to keyboard and mouse after not using for three years. Can’t operate anything on screen


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Posted on Dec 19, 2020 10:35 AM

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Dec 19, 2020 10:52 AM in response to Bbcoach11

The following will require any USB keyboard and mouse. If you don’t have them, borrow or buy them, they are inexpensive!


1.     Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the computer.

2.     Open System Preferences – Bluetooth

3.     Un-pair the wireless keyboard and mouse.

4.     Turn off Bluetooth

5.     Restart the computer in Safe Mode per the directions in https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201262

6.     Restart the computer normally.

7.     Open System Preferences – Bluetooth

8.     Turn on Bluetooth

9.     Re-Pair the wireless keyboard and mouse.

10.  Unplug the USB keyboard and mouse and begin testing the wireless devices again. 

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