iMac not recognizing wired keyboard after restart

I logged off and restarted my 2017 iMac. When I tried to log in (to either account) I can't enter a password to get back in. My keyboard works just fine on another computer. I have restarted the iMac several times, moved the usb to other slots, nothing has worked. What can I try?

iMac 21.5″ 4K, macOS 13.7

Posted on Jan 25, 2025 5:08 PM

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Posted on Jan 25, 2025 8:50 PM

Hi,

Did you try to start up in Safe mode if it solve your issue?

Start up your Mac in safe mode – Apple Support (AU)

If it doesn't help, try to run Apple Diagnostics if it reports USB related error.

https://support.apple.com/en-au/102550https://support.apple.com/en-au/102550


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