Given a new mac screen but no keyboard or mouse

[daniellenicole75]

I've been given an new mac screen that is about 2 years old but no keyboard or mouse. I have an old apple mouse and keyboard which I have tried to use with it obviously isn't paired with the new screen. The mac has been restored to it's factory settings so how can I get it set up to be able to use it?

 

[rafcorporal]

Without knowing which operating system you are using with your "new" Mac screen and assuming you do have an operating system? (An iMac or a Mac mini?) Go into System Preferences, found in the tool tray as a cogwheel in a box and in there you will see a keyboard and also a mouse icon click on each one in turn and follow instructions after checking batteries in keyboard and mouse. Without knowing more about your setup that is the best I can do. Just realised that I could be on the wrong track altogether - if so SORRY
Very best regards from Keith in Derby England.

So you failed to prepare -- now be prepared to fail.

 

[Fishrrman]

Try again with the mouse and keyboard you have (are these wired or wireless?).
If that doesn't work, try a WIRED non-Apple USB keyboard and mouse.

 

[daniellenicole75]

Try again with the mouse and keyboard you have (are these wired or wireless?).
If that doesn't work, try a WIRED non-Apple USB keyboard and mouse.

Thanks I can't believe I didn't think to use a wired mouse and keyboard......had a brain fart obviously (excuse the expression) thanks for all your help

 

[nambuccaheadsau]

Ahh well Danielle those things happen in Qld!!!