How to connect a wireless keyboard to a computer

Currently, the market provides a huge number of different devices for the computer - headphones, keyboards or mice. Wireless models are especially widespread, and this is not surprising, because the absence of extra cables allows not only to avoid problems associated with their mechanical damage, but also to be more mobile when using the device. But how do such keyboards connect? What difficulties can arise during connection setup and what will be needed for this? You will learn about all this in this article.

How to connect a wireless keyboard to a PC

There is nothing complicated in the connection process - you don’t need to have special skills or in-depth knowledge in the field of technology, so even a beginner can cope with the task.It is important to understand the connection principle, as well as to read in advance about the possible difficulties that occasionally arise for inexperienced users. Knowing how to fix this or that problem, you can easily connect a brand new wireless keyboard to your PC.

IMPORTANT. Pay attention also to what exactly is included with the purchased device. A driver disk must be present, as well as a special adapter with which the keyboard will be connected if you do not have the Bluetooth function or for some reason it will not work correctly.

The wireless keyboard may also be accompanied by a mouse. Also pay attention to the keyboard model. It will be useful to read on the Internet about the principle of operation of such devices and how we can do without wires now - so you can quickly identify the problem if something suddenly goes wrong.

Before installing, you must insert an existing disk and first install the necessary drivers. Without them, the keyboard is unlikely to work. If the disk was not in the kit or you lost it, you should not worry - all the necessary files can be easily found on the official website of the manufacturer. Note that the drivers for different computer models, as well as versions of operating systems, may vary significantly, so you should choose exactly what suits you.

After installation, you can proceed to connect the keyboard. To do this, you will need to open the Bluetooth application, which is available on almost every model of computer or laptop of the last decade.

IMPORTANT. In the same way, you can also connect the device to another device, for example, a TV. This will greatly simplify and speed up the process of using Smat TV or other useful features.

1. After activating the Bluetooth on the computer, turn on the keyboard.
2. Then find a special button on it, next to the button there will be a similar icon, adopted to indicate Bluetooth. Click on the button. After that, the search for available devices on the computer will begin. In some cases, you need to start it manually by clicking on the “Start Search” button.
3. In the list that opens, find your keyboard. In most cases, the device is named after the manufacturer and model.
4. Click on the “Pairing” button. After that, the connection will be established, and you can safely start using the keyboard.

How to connect a Bluetooth keyboard to a computer without a receiver

But what if the computer does not have a special bluetooth receiver? How to establish a connection in this case. Do not rush to be upset and think that you made a vain purchase. The device can be connected in another way, which was already mentioned above. To do this, you will need a special adapter that comes with the keyboard.

The principle of its operation is identical to the Bluetooth system. In other words, we can say that he performs his function on the computer in the absence of such a utility.

The connection process will take very little time, and the number of actions that must be completed is minimal.

1. The first step is to install all the necessary drivers in the same way using the disk or the manufacturer’s official website.
2. After that, insert the batteries into the new keyboard - the power source is a direct factor in its performance.
3. Then insert the adapter into the required port - in most cases this is a universal USB input, the name of which speaks for itself - the first word in the abbreviation is translated as "universal".
4. In some models, the adapter has an LED that simplifies the connection - if the connection is successful, then the diode will start blinking in one color or another. Usually it is blue or red, occasionally green or yellow.
5. Then turn on the keyboard. To do this, move the button closer to “On”.

Now check if the device has started to work. If everything is in order, then you can start using it.

Possible difficulties connecting

Some difficulties may arise during the connection process. For example, the computer will not see the keyboard.

One of the reasons this can happen is because the driver is incorrect. They may be outdated or incorrectly matched. Also, check your Windows settings. In the Control Panel, you can find many different parameters that will make using the device the most comfortable.

If something does not work, try also entering the BIOS. To do this, you need to click on a button several times - for each computer model it is different, but it is easy to find on the Internet or the instructions for the device.But keep in mind that older motherboards cannot function with modern wireless keyboards. In this case, you will have to return to the traditional way of connecting through a special port.

Now you know how to properly connect a wireless keyboard to a computer or even a laptop, if the built-in does not suit you. It will take a few minutes to establish a connection, and a positive result is guaranteed after the first use. You will be insured against any problems related to wire breakage, its erasure and other similar things, and you will also be able to install the keyboard where it will be most convenient, without worrying about the fact that the cable may not be enough.