Dell Compact Multi-Device Wireless Keyboard KB740 User’s Guide Keyboard Model: KB740 Regulatory Model: KB7120Wc/RG-1216
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Contents What’s in the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Top view/Bottom view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Dell Peripheral Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Setting up your wireless keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What’s in the box 1 3 4 2 1 2 Wireless keyboard Documents 4 │ What’s in the box 3 4 Dell Universal USB receiver AA-type batteries (2)
Features Keyboard Top view 1 2 3 Bottom view 4 5 1 2 Power switch 4 Battery cover Connection-mode lights 5 PPID label • White LED Blinking: Device is not connected to computer • LED Lighting Solid White: Device is connected to computer • Amber LED Blinking: Device battery is low 3 Connection-mode switch button Features │ 5
Dell Peripheral Manager Dell Peripheral Manager software enables you to perform the following: • Assign program shortcuts to device programmable buttons or keys through the Action tab. • View device information such as firmware version and battery status through the Info tab. • Upgrade the latest firmware updates on your devices. • Pair additional devices through the Dell Universal USB receiver or directly to your computer through Bluetooth.
Setting up your wireless keyboard 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Install the AA batteries into the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover.
4. Slide the power switch to the right to turn on the keyboard. NOTE: Ensure that the distance between your computer and keyboard is within ten meters.
Pairing your wireless keyboard Your Dell wireless keyboard can be paired with devices using USB and Bluetooth. You can pair and switch between a laptop, desktop, and a compatible mobile device. Pairing with a Dell Universal USB receiver NOTE: You can connect a device to your wireless keyboard using the Dell Universal pairing. 1. Install the Dell Universal USB receiver to the USB port on your computer. NOTE: The RF device is already paired at the factory. Laptop Desktop 2.
3. The keyboard is paired with your USB device. Pairing your wireless keyboard using Bluetooth You can connect up to two devices to your wireless keyboard using Bluetooth. 1. Press the connection-mode button twice on your keyboard (within 3 seconds) until the connection-mode light ( ) turns on indicating that the second-bluetooth connection is selected. 2. Pair your keyboard with your Bluetooth-enabled computer. a. In Windows Search, type Bluetooth. b. Click Bluetooth and other devices settings.
3. Confirm the pairing process on both keyboard and device. The second-bluetooth connection light turns solid white for 3 seconds to confirm the connection is established, and then turns off. After the keyboard and a device are paired, they connect automatically when Bluetooth is enabled and they are within the Bluetooth range.
Pairing device three using Bluetooth NOTE: You can connect a third device to your wireless keyboard using Bluetooth. 1. Press the connection-mode button twice on your keyboard (within 3 seconds) until the connection-mode light ( ) turns on indicating that the third-bluetooth connection is selected. 2. Pair your keyboard with your Bluetooth enabled computer. a. In Windows Search, type Bluetooth. b. Click Bluetooth and other devices settings. The Settings window appears. c. Click Bluetooth & other devices.
3. Confirm the pairing process on both keyboard and device. The third-bluetooth connection light turns solid white for 3 seconds to confirm the connection is established then turns off. After the keyboard and a device are paired, they connect automatically when Bluetooth is enabled and they are within the Bluetooth range.
Specifications General Keyboard model number KB740 Connection type 2.4 GHz Wireless and Bluetooth dual mode technology Supported operating systems (2.4 GHz) • Windows 11/10/8/7/XP/Vista Server 2003/Server 2008/Server 2012 • Linux 6.x, Ubuntu, Free DOS • Chrome and Android • MAC OS Supported operating systems (Bluetooth) • Windows 11/10/8 • Chrome and Android • MAC OS Electrical Operating voltage 2.2 V – 3.
Troubleshooting Problems Possible causes Possible solutions Unable to use the keyboard The white LED indicator at top of the keyboard does not light up when the keyboard is turned on 1. Check if the battery is inserted correctly. Battery “+” and “-“ ends must follow those indicated on the battery compartment label. 2. Check the battery level. • If the keyboard uses a rechargeable battery, ensure that the battery is fully charged. • If the battery is exhausted, replace it with a new one. 3.
Problems Possible causes Possible solutions Unable to pair the keyboard with the computer using Bluetooth The Bluetooth icon on the computer does not light up when connecting the keyboard to the computer. 1. Check the battery level. • If the keyboard uses a rechargeable battery, ensure that the battery is fully charged. • If the battery is exhausted, replace it with a new one. 2. Turn the keyboard off, and then turn it on again.
Problems Possible causes Possible solutions Unable to pair the keyboard with the computer Wireless pairing error 1.Turn the keyboard off, message is received while and then turn it on again. pairing the keyboard with Check if the battery-status the computer light is flashing amber ten times, indicating that the battery power is low. If the battery is fully depleted, the battery-status light will not turn on. 2. Restart your computer.
Statutory information Warranty Limited warranty and return policies Dell-branded products carry three-year limited hardware warranty. If purchased together with a 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.
