Pretty much what the title states, I have the new alpha numeric wired apple keyboard and i want to use my macbook in clamshell mode without having to open it up to power on, so is there a way to do it?
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So while the wired keyboard is connected to the sleeping MacBook, the Mac does not register any typing on the wired keyboard, so it won't wake up from that (like it should)?
Have you tried the other USB port? Is it connected via a hub?
Have you tried the other USB port? Is it connected via a hub?
Nah it works from Sleep, I wanted to be able to boot up. Sorry, should have been more specific.
It's not possible to do what you're asking.
However, it's unnecessary to shut your Mac down. When you're done using it, you can put it to sleep. Then, wake it up by pressing any key on the keyboard.
I promise no ill effects will result from leaving your Mac on 24/7.
However, it's unnecessary to shut your Mac down. When you're done using it, you can put it to sleep. Then, wake it up by pressing any key on the keyboard.
I promise no ill effects will result from leaving your Mac on 24/7.
Thanks for the reassurance, I've always told my girlfriend off for leaving hers in sleep mode all the time, I thought that the constant electrical supply would eventually damage it.