How to Connect a Logitech Wireless Keyboard to Any Device

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Do you have a Logitech wireless keyboard that you're not sure how to connect to your computer, tablet, or phone? If so, this is the article for you! You can connect Logitech wireless keyboards to a Windows, Mac, Linux, or Chrome OS computer, as well as Android phones and tablets, iPads, and iPhones. Keep reading to learn more.

Quick Steps

  1. Turn the keyboard on.
  2. Ensure one of the Easy-Switch buttons is blinking.
  3. Open the Bluetooth menu on your device.
  4. Select the keyboard from the list of available devices.
  5. Follow any on-screen instructions to finish setting up your keyboard.
Method 1
Method 1 of 5:

Connecting to a Computer via Bluetooth

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  1. Step 1 Turn the keyboard on.
    Each keyboard will be slightly different, but there should be an on switch along the top edge of your keyboard to switch it on.
  2. Step 2 Ensure one of the Easy-Switch buttons is flashing repeatedly.
    It will likely be the Easy-Switch button with a 1 on it. This means the keyboard is in pairing mode.
    • The Easy-Switch button has an icon that looks like a computer monitor, a tablet, and a phone.
    • If the Easy-Switch button isn't blinking rapidly, press and hold it for 3 seconds.
    • If your keyboard doesn't have an Easy-Switch button, press the pc button for Windows, Linux, and Chrome OS computers, and the i button for macOS computers.
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  3. Step 3 Open the Bluetooth pairing menu on your computer.
    If you're not sure how to do this, try the following:
    • On Windows, click the Windows icon and go to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices, then toggle Bluetooth on.
    • On Mac, click on the Apple menu, then go to Settings > Bluetooth, then turn Bluetooth on.
  4. Step 4 Choose your keyboard from the list of available Bluetooth devices.
    The device name will be the same as the keyboard's model name.
  5. Step 5 Type the code shown on the screen.
    You will be prompted to enter a 6-digit code on your keyboard. Type it in, then press Enter.
  6. Step 6 Click Connect.
    Your keyboard is now connected to your computer via Bluetooth.[1]
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Method 2
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Connecting to a Computer via Receiver

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  1. Step 1 Turn the keyboard on.
    Each keyboard will be slightly different, but there should be an on switch along the top edge of your keyboard to switch it on.
  2. Step 2 Plug the wireless receiver into one of the USB ports on your computer.
    If you can't find the wireless receiver, look under the battery cover. The receiver is usually stored here when it's not in use.
    • As soon as you plug in the receiver, your keyboard will be connected, but it may take a moment to install any drivers for the keyboard.
  3. Step 3 Optimize the keyboard for your operating system.
    To do this, press Fn+O for macOS or Fn+P for Windows, Linux, and Chrome OS.[2]
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Method 3
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Connecting to an iPad or iPhone via Bluetooth

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  1. Step 1 Turn the keyboard on.
    Each keyboard will be slightly different, but there should be an on switch along the top edge of your keyboard to switch it on.
  2. Step 2 Ensure one of the Easy-Switch buttons is flashing repeatedly.
    It will likely be the Easy-Switch button with a 1 on it. This means the keyboard is in pairing mode.
    • The Easy-Switch button has an icon that looks like a computer monitor, a tablet, and a phone.
    • If the Easy-Switch button isn't blinking rapidly, press and hold it for 3 seconds.
    • If your keyboard doesn't have an Easy-Switch button, press the i button.
  3. Step 3 Open the Bluetooth pairing menu on your device.
    If you're not sure how to do this, check out our detailed articles for pairing Bluetooth accessories on iPhone and iPad or Android.
  4. Step 4 Choose your keyboard from the list of available Bluetooth devices.
    The device name will be the same as the keyboard's model name. Your keyboard is now connected to your device via Bluetooth.
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Method 4
Method 4 of 5:

Connecting to an Android via Bluetooth

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  1. Step 1 Turn the keyboard on.
    Each keyboard will be slightly different, but there should be an on switch along the top edge of your keyboard to switch it on.
  2. Step 2 Ensure one of the Easy-Switch buttons is flashing repeatedly.
    It will likely be the Easy-Switch button with a 1 on it. This means the keyboard is in pairing mode.
    • The Easy-Switch button has an icon that looks like a computer monitor, a tablet, and a phone.
    • If the Easy-Switch button isn't blinking rapidly, press and hold it for 3 seconds.
    • If your keyboard doesn't have an Easy-Switch button, press the pc button.
  3. Step 3 Open the Bluetooth pairing menu on your device.
    If you're not sure how to do this, check out our detailed articles for pairing Bluetooth accessories on iPhone and iPad or Android.
  4. Step 4 Choose your keyboard from the list of available Bluetooth devices.
    The device name will be the same as the keyboard's model name. Your keyboard is now connected to your device via Bluetooth.
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Troubleshooting

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  1. Step 1 My Logitech keyboard isn't connecting.
    If your keyboard won't connect, you can try one of these quick troubleshooting steps:
    • Restart the keyboard (by using the switch on the keyboard to turn it off, then on)
    • Change the keyboard's battery
    • Try a different USB port (if using a wireless receiver)
    • Update your Bluetooth drivers
      • If nothing else works, you may need to contact Logitech for one-on-one assistance.

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References

  1. ↑ https://www.logitech.com/en-us/setup/mxsetup/keyboard-setup/bluetooth.html
  2. ↑ https://www.logitech.com/en-us/promo/mxsetup/keyboard-setup/wireless-receiver.html

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Luigi Oppido
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This article was reviewed by Luigi Oppido and by wikiHow staff writer, Hannah Dillon. Luigi Oppido is the Owner and Operator of Pleasure Point Computers in Santa Cruz, California. Luigi has over 25 years of experience in general computer repair, data recovery, virus removal, and upgrades. He is also the host of the Computer Man Show! broadcasted on KSQD covering central California for over two years. This article has been viewed 1,159 times.
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