Dell Wireless Keyboard KB500 User’s Guide Keyboard Model: KB500 Regulatory Model: KB3121Wt/SD-8160 KB3121Wp/DGRFEO
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Contents Notes, Cautions, and Warnings..................................................................................... 2 What’s in the box ........................................................................................................ 4 Keyboard Features ...................................................................................................... 5 Dell Peripheral Manager ..............................................................................................
What’s in the box 1 2 Dell Wireless Keyboard KB500 Quick Start Guide 3 4 4 Dell.
Keyboard Features 1 2 5 3 4 1 Power switch 2 Battery-status light 3 Battery-compartment cover 4 Battery compartment 5 5 Keyboard feet 5
Dell Peripheral Manager Dell Peripheral Manager software enables you to perform the following: • View device information such as firmware version and battery status through the Info tab. • Upgrade the latest firmware updates on your devices. For more information on using Dell Peripheral Manager, search about it in the Knowledge Base Resource at Dell.com/support.
Setting up your wireless keyboard 1 Using your fingertip, pry open the battery cover. 2 Install the AAA batteries into the battery compartment.
3 Replace the battery cover. 4 Open and extend the keyboard feet. 5 Slide the power switch to turn on the keyboard. NOTE: Ensure that the distance between your computer and keyboard is within 0.5 meters.
Pairing your wireless keyboard Your Dell wireless keyboard can be paired with devices using the USB receiver. You can pair and switch between a laptop, desktop, or any compatible mobile device. Pairing your keyboard using the USB receiver NOTE: You can connect a device to your wireless keyboard using the Dell Universal pairing or Dell peripheral manager. 1 Connect the Dell Universal USB receiver to the USB port on your computer. Laptop Desktop 2 Slide the power switch to turn on the keyboard.
The keyboard is paired with your computer.
Keyboard Specifications General Model number KB500 Connection type Wireless (2.4 GHz with nano dongle) Supported operating systems • • • • • • • • Windows Server 2012; 2012 R2, 2016 (RF dongle only) Windows 8, 32/64-bit Windows 10, 32/64-bit Windows 11 Android Chrome Linux 6.x, Ubuntu Free-DOS (RF dongle only) Electrical Operating voltage 2 V - 3.2 V Battery life Approximately 36 months Battery type AAA Batteries (1200 mAH) Physical characteristics Weight (with battery) 421 g (0.
Environmental Temperature: Operating -10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F) Storage -40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) Storage humidity 95% maximum relative humidity; non-condensing Wireless RF protocol 2.4 GHz RF Range • Up to 10 m radio range.
Troubleshooting Problems Suggested solutions Keyboard is not functioning 1 Check if the batteries are inserted in the correct orientation. The batteries “+” and “-” ends should be placed as indicated on the battery compartment. 2 Check the battery level. • If the device uses rechargeable batteries, ensure that the batteries are fully charged. • If the batteries are exhausted, replace them with new ones. 3 Turn off the device, and then turn it on.
Troubleshooting Problems Suggested solutions Unable to pair the keyboard with your computer 1 Check the battery level. Keyboard buttons do not work • If the device uses rechargeable batteries, ensure that the batteries are fully charged. • If the batteries are exhausted, replace them with new ones. 2 Turn off the device, and then turn it on. Check if the batterystatus light is flashing amber 10 times, indicating that the battery power is low.
Statutory Information Warranty Limited warranty and return policies Dell-branded products carry a three-year limited hardware warranty. If purchased together with Dell system, it will follow the system warranty. For U.S. customers: This purchase and your use of this product are subject to Dell’s end user agreement, which you can find at Dell.com/terms. This document contains a binding arbitration clause.
