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I have been using my Wireless Keyboard for a few months now - had no problems with distance. Have you checked the battery level to see if it is running low?

No it's brand new. It was like that, when I bought it. Even tried different battery sets.

That is very odd - might be worth taking it back if you have a store nearby and see what they think?

Anyone having connection issues with the new unibody MBPs?

I ask because, while not entirely related, the wireless on my G4 tower was great, but the wireless on my G5 was horrible. I am curious if the different antenna configurations on the machines being used are what causes said issues with connectivity.

Try pairing it with another machine to see if it's the keyboard or the mini.

I posted this on a similar forum: whether it is an old Bluetooth device or a new one, the same method should still apply to your situation and hopefully solve your problem.

I have managed to get it working, and I have tested that it works from more than 10 feet away from the Mac Mini (I use it with Apple FrontRow as a media centre, and the Elgato EyeTV Hybrid Tuner to record my Cable TV).

I have to agree; it was not as simple as it should have been... assuming that the Bluetooth Hardware is actually switched on and working, and you can connect other Bluetooth devices (such as a Mouse or a Mobile Phone).

The Bluetooth cables have been known to come 'loose', especially after leaving your machine at an Apple Service Centre (not pointing any fingers). After all, the Mac Mini would have to be one of the hardest computers to service thus far.

Anyway, back to my point. I am using the oldest (white) Wireless Keyboard (the one from about three years ago, that came out with the first flat panel Intel iMacs). I can confirm that it is compatible and I did get it to work with my Macbook (black) and my Mac Mini (latest model), and this is how I did it.

Set up Bluetooth Device > Choose 'Any Device' > Choose 'Passkey Options' > Tick the box that says 'Automatically Generate a Passkey' > Now hold down the discoverable button (on the bottom of your old Wireless Keyboard, or on the side of your new Wireless Keyboard) and keep it held down until the light starts flashing green. Do not release it until the pairing process is complete.

You will be given a Passcode to type in on the Keyboard (I used the Numpad on the left, followed by the 'Return' key (not the 'Enter' key on the Numpad). I must admit that this part of the procedure was a little bit 'unco', and some of you might be thinking why on earth did he do it that way.

Just remember: there is always more than one solution to every problem when it comes to computers and this was the solution that worked for me. If I have been unclear, or if you need any further help with connecting your Bluetooth Wireless Keyboard just Email or IM me: guy.sutton@me.com.

I have been been using the wireless keyboard with my mac mini (march 2009) and I have no problems. I upgraded the ram and hard drive, so I can totally understand how u can think the cables become loose since they look flimsy. If you are brave, u can check the cables yourself. Did u try brand new batteries?