Note: If Magic Keyboard is already paired with another device, you must unpair them before you can connect Magic Keyboard to your iPad. For iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, see Unpair a Bluetooth device. On Mac, choose Apple menu System Preferences Bluetooth, select the device, then Control-click its name. Magic Keyboard combines a sleek design with a built-in rechargeable battery and enhanced key features. With a stable scissor mechanism beneath each key, as well as optimized key travel and a low profile, Magic Keyboard provides a remarkably comfortable and precise typing experience. I have the full sized Apple Keyboard with the numeric keypad, the original Wireless Apple Keyboard and now the Magic Keyboard. I'll go through each and list what makes the Magic Keyboard upgrade worthy. Full Sized Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad Obviously, these are great for those who need the extra keys.
Update your software and check your version of macOS
First, use Software Update to check for any new software your computer may need. After those updates are complete, check which version of macOS your computer has by choosing About This Mac from the Apple () menu.
Identify your device and its requirements
Learn about device names, descriptions, and minimum software requirements.
Apple wireless mice
Magic Mouse 2
- Lightning connector, built-in battery
- Requires OS X 10.11 or later
Apple Magic Mouse
- Removable battery door, uses two AA batteries
- Requires OS X 10.5.6 plus Wireless Mouse Software Update 1.0, or Mac OS X 10.6.2 or later
Apple Wireless Mighty Mouse
- Multiple buttons, scroll ball
- Requires OS X 10.4.8 or later
Apple Wireless Mouse
- Single button
- Requires OS X 10.2.6 or later
Apple wireless keyboards
Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad
- Numeric keypad
- Lightning connector, built-in battery
- Requires macOS 10.12.4 or later
Magic Keyboard
- Lightning connector, built-in battery
- Requires OS X 10.11 or later
Apple Wireless Keyboard 2011
- Uses two AA batteries
- Exposé and Launchpad function keys:
- Requires OS X 10.5.8 plus Aluminum Keyboard Update 2.0, or OS X 10.6.2 or later
Apple Wireless Keyboard 2009
- Uses two AA batteries
- Exposé and Dashboard function keys:
- Requires OS X 10.5.8 plus Aluminum Keyboard Update 2.0, or OS X 10.6.2 or later
Apple Wireless Keyboard 2007
- No number pad, uses three AA batteries
- Requires OS X 10.4.8 or later
Apple Wireless Keyboard 2003
- White case, number pad, uses four AA batteries
- Requires OS X 10.2.6 or later
Apple wireless trackpads
Magic Trackpad 2
- Lightning connector, built-in battery
- Requires OS X 10.11 or later
Magic Trackpad
- Aluminum case, uses two AA batteries
- Requires OS X 10.6.5 or later
Find your device's serial number
Learn how find the serial number of your wireless device.
Apple wireless mice
Magic Mouse 2
Magic Keyboard Ipad Pro
The serial number of your Magic Mouse 2 is on the bottom surface of the device, along with other markings. It's a string of 17 letters and numbers.
Earlier wireless mice
You can find the serial number of earlier Apple wireless mouse models inside the device's battery bay:
Apple wireless keyboards
Magic Keyboard and Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad
The serial number of your Magic Keyboard is on the bottom surface of the device, along with other markings. It's a string of 17 letters and numbers.
Apple Magic Keyboard
Earlier wireless keyboards
You can find the serial number of earlier Apple wireless keyboard models on the underside of the device, near the power button:
Apple wireless trackpads
Magic Trackpad 2
The serial number of your Magic Trackpad 2 is on the bottom surface of the device, along with other markings. It's a string of 17 letters and numbers.
Apple Magic Keyboard 32
Earlier wireless trackpads
You can find the serial number of earlier Apple wireless trackpad models on the underside of the device:
Apple Magic Keyboard 2009
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