Possible to use USB mouse/keyboard with M1 iMac?

Attempting to use daskeyboard mechanical USB keyboard & mouse with new 2021 iMac. Doesn't see either devices. Both devices are plugged into Orico GEN2 HUB, that is connected to USB-C port on back of iMac. Any Ideas?

Posted on Jun 15, 2021 9:20 AM

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Jun 15, 2021 9:42 AM in response to Bill Giovinetti1

As a test, try connecting the keyboard and/or mouse directly to the iMac with a USB-C to USB adapter instead of the hub.


For example, I have two of these Philips adapters that work from my USB-C ports.

https://www.target.com/p/philips-6-34-usb-c-to-usb-3-1-female-adapter-black/-/A-53245266


For others, see > https://www.bestbuy.com/site/apple-usb-c-to-usb-adapter-white/6622138.p?skuId=6622138


and > https://www.amazon.com/Syntech-Adapter-Thunderbolt-Compatible-MacBook/dp/B07CVX3516

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