[dazzla]

I've currently got a DiNovo on my PC setup and want to get the new iMac to sit next to it. Will the Dinovo keyboard and mouse function as a basic keyboard and mouse in OS X?

I don't care about the media controls, as long as the keyboard works and I can access more than a few buttons on my mouse (via Gamepad Companion I'm told?) without plugging the receiver into the iMac.


Cheers

[Cadaver]

The basic keyboard should work, but I've heard the keypad/media controller does not (not even as a regular keypad). And of course, none of the programmable keys work either.
Do a search for the MX900 mouse here on these forums, and you'll see what people have to say about the mouse.

[djgraphite]

Yeah, that's what I've heard with the Bluetooth version anyway. It seems like nobody has tried to use the RF version with the mac (after lots and lots and lots of googling, I can only find postings about the Bluetooth version).

I'm interested in finding out about the RF version myself, and finding out what the limitations are.

[Cadaver]

Originally Posted by djgraphite

I'm interested in finding out about the RF version myself, and finding out what the limitations are.

I have the RF version sitting here on my second desk, connected to my PC. I haven't had time to try it out on the Mac yet, but when I get around to it, I'll let you know.
My thoughts are that it'll work just fine, though I don't expect the few programmable function/media keys to work (unless the latest OS X Logitech drivers have undocumented support for it). After all, since this isn't bluetooth, it should behave like any other Logitech wireless keyboard (since all of 'em now use the same mini transceivers).

[gbhgbh]

Originally Posted by Cadaver

I have the RF version sitting here on my second desk, connected to my PC. I haven't had time to try it out on the Mac yet, but when I get around to it, I'll let you know.
My thoughts are that it'll work just fine, though I don't expect the few programmable function/media keys to work (unless the latest OS X Logitech drivers have undocumented support for it). After all, since this isn't bluetooth, it should behave like any other Logitech wireless keyboard (since all of 'em now use the same mini transceivers).

Did the numeric keypad and media controls work with the RF version of this keyboard?

[muttox]

Im typing on my powerbook right now from the RF version and it works fine, volume buttons seems to work but no other media ones seem to, thats all fine.

I can vouch that the keypad and the numeric pad will work straight away out of the box. Hope this helps anyone else who googles this thread in the future

[Cadaver]

Thanks for the follow up.

[superfula]

The biggest thing for me is the command key used on a windows-only keyboard is the Start key. When you're used to command being right next to the spacebar, it takes some getting used to.

It sucks Logitech has dropped the ball for OS X drivers on their newer keyboards.

[Cadaver]

Originally Posted by superfula

The biggest thing for me is the command key used on a windows-only keyboard is the Start key. When you're used to command being right next to the spacebar, it takes some getting used to.

It sucks Logitech has dropped the ball for OS X drivers on their newer keyboards.

I think there's a small utility floating around the 'net that will swap the option and command keys - made for using Windows keyboards on the Mac. Search VersionTracker or MacUpdate.

[OperaMan]

you can switch the keys yourself in system preferences. Keyboard & Mouse > Keyboard > Modifier Keys... Switch option and command. You're done.

You can also get some of the mediakeys to work using ControllerMate. It's a shareware program, but you won't need to purchase for using with a keyboard. It's kinda weird to figure out at first, but you'll get it. I'm using the mx3100 keyboard and mouse combo right now and a lot of the keys work. The iTunes controller keys work, the mail button works, as well as the scroll, mute, and volume keys. It's good enough till Logitech gets its head on straight.