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Q: How do I add a bluetooth device that is not appearing in system preferences?

I want to pair my Macbook pro with a bluetooth speaker. It's not appearing in the bluetooth options. How can I find/add/pair a bluetooth device that is not showing up?

iMac, Mac OS X (10.6.8)

Posted on Dec 18, 2015 10:10 PM

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Q: How do I add a bluetooth device that is not appearing in system preferences?

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  • by judysings,

    judysings judysings Dec 20, 2015 9:06 AM in response to thebellsonmac
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    Dec 20, 2015 9:06 AM in response to thebellsonmac

    Hi thebellsonmac,

    The resource below will provide some information on connecting bluetooth devices to your Mac.  Your profile indicates you are using OS X 10.6.8.  Is that correct?  If not, I can send you information specific to your operating system.

     

    Using a Bluetooth mouse, keyboard, or trackpad with your Mac
    https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201171#howtopair

     

     

     

    Pair your Mac with a Bluetooth device

    Bluetooth wireless devices are associated with your computer through a process called pairing. After you pair a device, your Mac automatically connects to it anytime it's in range.

    If your Mac came with a wireless keyboard, mouse, or trackpad, they were pre-paired at the factory. Turn on the devices and your Mac should automatically connect to them when your computer starts up.

    If you purchased your Apple wireless devices separately, learn how to pair them with your Mac.

    After you pair a Bluetooth device with your Mac, you should see it listed in Bluetooth preferences:

    System Preferences

     

     

    OS X Yosemite: Set up Bluetooth audio devices
    https://support.apple.com/kb/PH18953?locale=en_US&viewlocale=en_US

     

    Take care,