Unlike wired keyboards, where connection issues are very rare,wireless keyboards frequently run into problems. Users often report ‘keyboard not connecting’ issues whether it’s the Bluetooth or RF one.
you may typically fix the problem byreinserting/replacing the batteries. If that doesn’t seem to work, you mustset up your keyboard from scratch. You can also trypower cyclingyour PC and performing asystem restore.
Let’s go through this detailed guide to troubleshoot when your keyboard is not connecting.
Make Sure the Keyboard is Turned On
Not all, but most of the wireless keyboards these days include a separate switch to power it on or off.
These switches generally lie at the edge or top of the keyboard. Some even have it at the bottom. Like myLogitech K230 keyboard. Pleasefind the switch and toggle it to the ON position.
Should the switch be already on, try toggling it off and on again. verify if the keyboard connects now.
Avoid Interference From 2.4GHz Devices
Wireless keyboards, including other devices like router, Bluetooth headphones, and microwaves utilize the same 2.4GHz frequency to operate.
Should these devices be around the periphery of your wireless keyboard, it can interfere with the keyboard signals.
So, when you are connecting the keyboard to your computer,move as close as you may. If possible, turn off other devices that utilize the same frequency.
Reinsert/Replace the Batteries
Keyboards start producinginconsistent signalswhen they are low on battery. As a result, you start facing issues whenever trying to connect it to the computer.
My Logitech G613 wireless keyboard came with two AA batteries that lasted 12 months on 7-8 hours of daily usage.
That being said, the battery life heavily relies on yourkeyboard model,usage pattern, andcomputing environmenttoo.
