The Magic Keyboard works flawlessly if connected with the provided USB cable to the computer. It is a great backup in case there are any Bluetooth issues.

If a Magic Keyboard is connected to an external USB Hub which is connected via a Thunderbolt USB-C connection to the computer (i.e. a Thunderbolt docking station via USB-C plug):


Trackpad ⎯⎯⎯ USB cable ⎯⎯⎯ USB Hub ⎯⎯⎯ Thunderbolt USB-C cable ⎯⎯⎯ Computer


In some cases the Magic Keyboard might not work correctly, for example:

  • After a computer restart.the Magic Keyboard isn't recognised.
  • The Magic Keyboard connects for a short time and works, then disconnects again.

To fix this either:

  • Turn off the Magic Keyboard before Windows starts.
    Once Windows has been started, turn the Magic Keyboard on and it should work fine.
  • Connect the Magic Keyboard directly with the computer's USB port, this should always work.
  • From the menu select Driver > Reinstall device driver.

Microsoft Support-Document 4532436

Microsoft has finally confirmed there is a general Windows 10 Thunderbolt issue causing some of these problems, more details here.