kerochan Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 Hi All I want is a computer keyboard (WIRED) high quality that will work with my MAC Book Pro 2015 on EL Capitan. The Apple A1243 USB Wired Keyboard w/Numeric Keypad does not work at all, I tried it on 4 different computers. So I need to rule that one out. There must be something!? Any advice welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzfilth Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 It's defective. Every Apple USB-keyboard works on every Mac with a USB port. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ploki Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MQ052LL/A/magic-keyboard-with-numeric-keypad-us-english-silver Lightning cable for charging is also used for wired connection. works with trackpad as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
des99 Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 The Apple A1243 USB Wired Keyboard w/Numeric Keypad does not work at all, I tried it on 4 different computers. So I need to rule that one out. As I already said, I have that exact keyboard model, it's worked and continues to work perfectly on multiple Macbook Pros and iMacs for years. It's plug and play, it works fine. The problem you have is not that this keyboard model doesn't work with Macs, it's that the *one specific keyboard* you have there is most likely faulty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerochan Posted January 13, 2021 Author Share Posted January 13, 2021 https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MQ052LL/A/magic-keyboard-with-numeric-keypad-us-english-silver Lightning cable for charging is also used for wired connection. works with trackpad as well Thank you, though it says it needs OS 10.12 or later , how can it work with el capitan? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blinkofani Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MQ052LL/A/magic-keyboard-with-numeric-keypad-us-english-silver Lightning cable for charging is also used for wired connection. works with trackpad as well Thank you, though it says it needs OS 10.12 or later , how can it work with el capitan? I have that exact keyboard and the now-yellowish sticker on the box says OSX 10.4.10+, Apple must have updated their website some day and put 10.12 for any reason. Worked on every Mac I bought for the last 10 years. That keyboard asks for a little more current from the USB plug as it's also a 2-port USB hub so maybe try both your USB ports. If not, the keyboard is defective. Blink Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerochan Posted January 14, 2021 Author Share Posted January 14, 2021 Seems like it must be defective. Strange that it works on neighbour's computer! but none of mine! anyways, I wont risk buying another used one, and all thats available from Apple is the wireless one that needs 10.12OS People seem to think it will work fine with OS 10.11 if the lightning cable is always connected. thoughts anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ploki Posted January 14, 2021 Share Posted January 14, 2021 lightning cable makes it wired... but can't say about el cap. the only laptop i still have that has it 2008 macbook is dead and i can't find the charger to test it out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerochan Posted January 14, 2021 Author Share Posted January 14, 2021 lightning cable makes it wired... but can't say about el cap. the only laptop i still have that has it 2008 macbook is dead and i can't find the charger to test it out Cheers, I am not gonna take the chance. I will just have to searched for a wired one with numeric keyboard, can see none yet. has to be good quality Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Nahmani Posted January 14, 2021 Share Posted January 14, 2021 Seems like this would fit the bill? Check for MacOS version compatibility, i haven't checked: https://eshop.macsales.com/item/Matias/FK318S/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fisherking Posted January 14, 2021 Share Posted January 14, 2021 you can, of course, check amazon in the UK, but here's what shows in the US: https://amzn.to/2XExDvz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerochan Posted January 14, 2021 Author Share Posted January 14, 2021 you can, of course, check amazon in the UK, but here's what shows in the US: https://amzn.to/2XExDvz Thank you, I have never heard of Macally, any good? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerochan Posted January 14, 2021 Author Share Posted January 14, 2021 Seems like this would fit the bill? Check for MacOS version compatibility, i haven't checked: https://eshop.macsales.com/item/Matias/FK318S/ Thanks David, I saw this one in UK it is compatible but has many bad reviews unfortunately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fisherking Posted January 14, 2021 Share Posted January 14, 2021 you can, of course, check amazon in the UK, but here's what shows in the US: https://amzn.to/2XExDvz Thank you, I have never heard of Macally, any good? i don't have a personal experience with them, but they've been around for a long time. you can always google reviews on these keyboards (along with what you read on amazon). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerochan Posted January 14, 2021 Author Share Posted January 14, 2021 Thank you, I have never heard of Macally, any good? i don't have a personal experience with them, but they've been around for a long time. you can always google reviews on these keyboards (along with what you read on amazon). Cheers Will do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerochan Posted January 15, 2021 Author Share Posted January 15, 2021 UPDATE! Just incase anyone is in the slightest bit interested!... I sent back the A1243 keyboard to the seller who is kindly refunding me the money. For whatever reason, it works on his computer but none of mine. Meantime I have dug out my old wired black mechanical Apple Keyboard with number pad, works a treat! great to have the numbers for shortcuts too. Doesn't look as sleek as the A1243 mind you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Nahmani Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 HEY! Whatever works. Vintage keyboard is fashionable too. Good to hear you found a solution for this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerochan Posted January 15, 2021 Author Share Posted January 15, 2021 HEY! Whatever works. Vintage keyboard is fashionable too. Good to hear you found a solution for this. Cheers David! must be a quality build as its probably 15 years old! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinloops Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 That seems to confirm that it was an issue with the keyboard itself. If the older classic keyboard is working then the aluminum ones should work too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerochan Posted January 16, 2021 Author Share Posted January 16, 2021 That seems to confirm that it was an issue with the keyboard itself. If the older classic keyboard is working then the aluminum ones should work too. seems like that was the case, If I do see another A1243 in perfect condition I will go for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solution kerochan Posted January 21, 2021 Author Solution Share Posted January 21, 2021 Just FYI! I managed to get a sealed boxed wired A1243 keyboard . its plug and play, works perfectly, great to have a number pad for markers, Anyway, everyone was right, the other one must have been defective, thanks for all your help. I can certainly recommend this keyboard btw! lovely! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Nahmani Posted January 21, 2021 Share Posted January 21, 2021 Great! Good to hear. Thanks for letting us know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerochan Posted August 4, 2021 Author Share Posted August 4, 2021 Hi Everyone Just to be beware! I bought the A1243 keyboard a few months back, since using it I have realised its not a UK layout, its some eastern Europe layout, and many of the keys do different functions, at first I put up with it as it looks great, but as the months went by it drove me crazy, until yesterday when I had had enough, I dug out my old M7803 keyboard, and it works like a dream, no second guessing what the keys are gonna do! SO, just be careful if you buy an A1243 wired keyboard, make sure its an English layout. Stay safe everyone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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