Reinstalling macOS vs wireless magic keyboard

After I tried reinstalling macOS my wireless magic keyboard stop working and I can't finish the reinstallation.

I don't have another keyboard to plug in either.

iMac Line (2012 and Later)

Posted on Jun 1, 2020 1:04 PM

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BDAqua

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Jun 1, 2020 3:49 PM in response to vichscosta

Have you tried pulling the batteries & reinserting?

Many find they need a Wired USB KB for these times.

BDAqua

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Jun 4, 2020 7:17 AM in response to vichscosta

Any luck?

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