The usual workflow of cycling the power switch gets you nowhere.
Note that the Unifying software only recognizes the keyboard using the "Advanced" option. Then verified that both the Logitech Control Center Deamon and the Logicool Unifying Software were enabled in the "Input Monitoring" panel of the "Privacy" tab of the "Security & Privacy" System Preference Pane.Īfter updating the firmware on the Unifying receiver, it's possible to pair the keyboard using the "Advanced" option in the Unifying software. There are probably 12 or so available Logitech downloads and it's not clear which ones are needed to get a specific piece of hardware functioning. And the "Logitech firmware update" which recognized the Unifying receiver and reported a successful firmware update.
I say 'appears' because it is the only download that lists 10.15 as an available Mac OS version.
Then reinstalled what appears to be the most recent Logitech drivers for Mac: "Logicool". MK850 Performance combo has been optimized for use with your operating systems including Windows, Mac, and Chrome. 'Introducing the MK850: a comfortable, highly productive and fully-equipped mouse and keyboard combo that helps you power through work on multiple devices. Power through work in comfort thanks to an ultra-comfortable and. Any USB-equipped or Bluetooth Smart ready device that supports an external keyboard (HID profile). Apparently several versions were present and some dated back to 2015 or so. Type and switch seamlessly between your computer, tablet, and smartphone. This manual is available in the following languages: English. This manual comes under the category Keyboards and has been rated by 6 people with an average of a 7.7. Now Restart you Logitech Wireless Device by switching it OFF and then ON. View the manual for the Logitech MK850 Performance here, for free. I completely uninstalled all Logitech software, preference panes, and the like. Steps to Pair Logitech Compatible Devices with Logitech Unifying Software. Mac mini late 2012, Logitech wireless keyboard 800 (Unifying receiver, not Bluetooth)īackground (in case any Logitech engineers/experts are out there): Catalina installed without a hitch but my Logitech problem is a bit subtler.