Trouble with the function keys on bluetooth apple keyboard (aluminum)

[ProstheticHead]

So I recently received a bluetooth ultra-thin keyboard to use with my laptop while I have it hooked up to it's external monitor, the only trouble is that I can't seem to get the function keys to work properly. I've managed to go in and reset the dashboard control / brightness using the keyboard pane in the system settings, but I can't seem to set the volume / media control buttons. Any ideas how to get my keyboard working properly? If it matters at all, I'm running this on a 2.4 unibody MBP.

 

[BlueRevolution]

 -> System Preferences -> Keyboard & Mouse -> Keyboard -> Use all F1, F2, etc. keys as standard function keys.

 

[ProstheticHead]

No go. With that checked regardless whether I hold down the fn key or not the volume control is still non-responsive.

Frustrating that it'll recognize all of these commands on the built-in keyboard, but not on Apple's own wireless external.

 

[funaki]

aha

same problem here... In other forums, others posted having the same problems...

I guess apple needs to come up with a patch/update on the driver software?

 

[ProstheticHead]

same problem here... In other forums, others posted having the same problems...

I guess apple needs to come up with a patch/update on the driver software?

FOUND A FIX.

Download and install the Magic Mouse Software Update from Apple. I think it's called the Wireless Mouse Software Update.

Fixes the entire issue. Somewhat ridiculous, but it works.

 

[funaki]

Somewhat desperate here....

Doesn't work. Installed Magic Mouse drivers twice.

I have OS 10.5.8, Magi Mouse and the new apple keyboard... but the function keys don't work, no matter if I tag the checkbox or not. I can't alter volume, brightness etc....

Grateful for any other advice...

 

[BlueRevolution]

What about this?

https://www.macrumors.com/2009/11/09/apple-releases-wireless-keyboard-update-2-0/

 

[funaki]

thx! it works perfectly now.

(what took them so long...)