TokinDerrick Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 if I were to go buy an apple keyboard (can you even do so?) would it work on my intel mac? because I'd really like to have one, using a windows keyboard with this is sometimes hard. I have to remember that the cmd key is actually the alt key. I just found that you can buy a bunch of different keyboards here.... http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebO...1&nclm=3CFAB4F6 Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
rohde Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 I have made two small papers with symbols and taped them to the keyboard so I remember that the alt key is the command key, and that the Windows key is the alt key. I'm not sure but I think it should be possible to plug in an Apple keyboard with some converter plug or some such device. Back in the old days Apple keyboards and mice used some weird proprietary round connector, but I'm not sure if they still do. If I'm not mistaken you can use the Mighty Mouse with a PC so maybe you can with keyboards as well. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73384 Share on other sites More sharing options...
aqualeviathan Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 I have made two small papers with symbols and taped them to the keyboard so I remember that the alt key is the command key, and that the Windows key is the alt key. I'm not sure but I think it should be possible to plug in an Apple keyboard with some converter plug or some such device. Back in the old days Apple keyboards and mice used some weird proprietary round connector, but I'm not sure if they still do. If I'm not mistaken you can use the Mighty Mouse with a PC so maybe you can with keyboards as well. I'm pretty sure the current apple keyboard/mice use usb, so yes they will work. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73387 Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyliner34 Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 I've got a brand new Apple Pro Keyboard, 2 days old. Works perfectly with my OS X x86. Also works in XP with some key remapping software. The keyboard is USB. You also get an extension USB lead with it, just in case you find the lead from the keyboard a bit short. The USB hub at the back of the keyboard is really handy. I also brought Apple Mighty Mouse. Also works perfectly on OS X x86 and XP. Also USB. Lead is a bit short, but I've got it plugged into my Apple keyboard. Really lovely mouse and keyboard . Well done Apple, AGAIN!!! Sky Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73399 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ouch Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 I wish apple would do a bluetooth version of the mighty mouse. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73412 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TokinDerrick Posted March 11, 2006 Author Share Posted March 11, 2006 does anybody have the $29 apple keyboard on the apple store? looks good, but there are a efw negative reviews about keys sticking. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73457 Share on other sites More sharing options...
urig-herb Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 I'd bought a used black Pro keyboard. It took a little time getting used to it, but now I'm happy with that keyboard. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73467 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darktear Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 i kinda like this one Logitech Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73497 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rohde Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 Microsoft has just put out keyboard for Macintosh. AFAIK it should be pretty good (although it doesn't have the Apple symbol on the command key because Apple wouldn't let them). Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73504 Share on other sites More sharing options...
-FiXER- Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 You can use Apple keybs in mactel, it's fully compatable. Enable Legacy USB support in bios to be able to use keyb in boot console. If you'll use it in Windows to so know that theres no Print Screen/Scroll Lock/Pause-Break keys, and Eject key doesn't work in Win. You can grab from eBay for a low price. (avoid of buying the old ones, original Apple USB with 80-and-something keys keyboard, as u may experience problems with it on PC) Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73634 Share on other sites More sharing options...
thesog Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 Or... remap your Windows key to the command key. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73648 Share on other sites More sharing options...
belgrano Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 Is there any way you can remap the eject key from a non Apple keyboard (F12) to some other special key, let's say 'Scroll Lock'? Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73653 Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackentangled Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 Is there any way you can remap the eject key from a non Apple keyboard (F12) to some other special key, let's say 'Scroll Lock'? try, sys prefs --> keyboard & mouse --> keyboard shortcuts Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73696 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajv Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 You're all wrong, this is the best keyboard in the world. The windows key becomes the command key, everything else is just as marked. http://www.zippy.com/K_product_detail.asp?...&pk_code=WK-720 http://www.overclockersclub.com/reviews/zi...um_keyboard.php Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73705 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaselineAce Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 does anybody have the $29 apple keyboard on the apple store? looks good, but there are a efw negative reviews about keys sticking. Bought one a few weeks ago... very happy with it. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73715 Share on other sites More sharing options...
macgirl Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 I wish apple would do a bluetooth version of the mighty mouse.Yeah, me too. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73738 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark_Elf Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 I don't like Bluetooth mice because there are problems if nearly there is another Bluetooth mouse or even a mobile phone. About the keyboard, how do I type "\" and "|"? I have to copy and paste from other documents to use them Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73804 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rohde Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 I don't like Bluetooth mice because there are problems if nearly there is another Bluetooth mouse or even a mobile phone. About the keyboard, how do I type "\" and "|"? I have to copy and paste from other documents to use them What you need to know about Apple keyboard is that the alt key when hold down prints some derivative of the key symbol and alt-shift yet another derivative. So on my Danish keyboard layouy: Shift-7 is '/' and alt-shift 7 is - '\'. Likewise alt-* becomes '@' etc. On your US mapping (or whatever you have) it might be something different. But try with the alt and alt-shift combos. It's pretty easy to figure out. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73824 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark_Elf Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 My layout is Italian. I tried all the combinations but with no results On an Microsoft Italian keyboard "\" and "|" are on the button at the left of "1", but on a Mac keyboard this button is fot "<" and ">". Maybe I should purchase an Apple keyboard Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73831 Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyliner34 Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 To get the Apple Pro keyboard working in XP, you need 2 programs: First program is Sharpkeys (http://www.randyrants.com/2004/03/sharpkeys_11_of.html). Use this program to place print screen to the F14 key. Second program is Keyboard Layout Manager(http://www.klm32.com/Download.html). Use that to remap like the @ and " keys. Hope that helps some of you. P.S. Restart after applying the settings in the programs. Also, I think it's Keyboard Layout Manager. After you apply the settings, you get a windows protection box popping up. Click on accept modified files(something like that). Sky Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73841 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark_Elf Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 Thanks but my problem is not in Windows but in MacOS Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73847 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rohde Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 My layout is Italian. I tried all the combinations but with no results On an Microsoft Italian keyboard "\" and "|" are on the button at the left of "1", but on a Mac keyboard this button is fot "<" and ">". Maybe I should purchase an Apple keyboard In the old Calssic Mac OS there was a Keyboard program that showed that each key would print when combined the various keys (alt, command, shift, ctrl). It seems such a program isn't in OS X, but I'm sure theres some version on the web. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73848 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rohde Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 I found the answer Dark_Elf, open the International preference pane and put a checkmark next to "Keyboard Viewer" and to "Show input name in menu bar". A little flag (in your case Italian) appears next to the speaker icon on the menu bar. Click the flag and choose "Show Keyboard Viewer". By using that application you can see how to print \ etc. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73856 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark_Elf Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 Great! It works! Thanks a lot Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73894 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacApprentice Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 Anyone use Ukelele to do a PC compatible keyset? I don't understand how to do that Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/11712-apple-keyboard/#findComment-73916 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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