Q: Mac and iPad can't connect via Bluetooth-IOS8/Mavericks
I've been trying to set up Bluetooth sharing between my iPad (IOS8) and my iMac (Mavericks) without success. I set up the Bluetooth option in my iPad, then I click on Open Bluetooth preferences on my Mac and it shows my iPad. Then I get the pairing sequence which I accept on my iPad. It connects then a few seconds later it becomes "not corrected."
Now, I searched for the subject and linked to this
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4562
and noticed something that does not make much sense.
Can't pair to a Bluetooth accessory
- If you see the word "Connected" next to a Bluetooth accessory in Settings > Bluetooth, your iOS device is already paired to a Bluetooth accessory.
- ........
- Remember, you can only connect to one Bluetooth accessory at a time.
- .......
- If your Bluetooth accessory requires a PIN for pairing, be sure that you are entering the correct PIN1.
- Reset network settings by tapping Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings.
- This will reset all network settings including: previously connected Wi-Fi networks and passwords, recently used Bluetooth accessories, VPN and APN settings.
How can it can only be connected to one Bluetooth accessories when I have an Apple Wireless Keyboard and a Magic Mouse. That's two accessories.
So, my iPhone and my iPad can't be connected to my Mac which affects AirDrop, by the way.
Any solutions?
Roxy
iMac, OS X Mavericks (10.9)
Posted on Sep 21, 2014 11:36 AM