Qware Keyboard Software

[Muriel Trettin]

QwareHome Office wireless keyboard Woodstock BlackIt is a wireless keyboard and connects via Bluetooth. It is suitable for working at a distance (10m) with maximum comfort. The 12 integrated multimedia keys make it extra easy to raise or lower your volume, for example. The keyboard features a Windows, IOS and Android mode.SPECIFICATIONSDevice type: KeyboardSignal transmission: WirelessNumber of function keys: 78/79Battery type: 2x AAA (included)Keyboard layout: QWERTY/AZERTYBacklit keys: noBluetooth: yesUSB connections:Mouse included: noErgonomic design: yesGENERAL FEATURESBattery life: approximately 8 monthsWidth (keyboard): 30 cmColour: blackManufacturer warranty: 2 yearsManufacturer's part number (MPN): QW PCK-505BL/QW PCK-508BL

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When using a USB receiver, insert the receiver, then turn on your keyboard to connect. If connecting with Bluetooth, press the Pairing or Connecting button on your keyboard. If you don't have one, press and hold the Power button instead.

I just read somewhere that, for example on the Logitech LX-501 keyboard, the Insert is on one of the round blue buttons (next to the function keys). On some Microsoft keyboards one needs to hold down some Fn-key and press PrtScr.

My answer is very specific to one particular situation. It will not necessarily work in other situations. I have a Logitech k750-mac solar wireless keyboard. I am running on a MacBook Pro accessing a Windows 10 desktop remotely. In this situation, I use the Shift + number-pad-0 key. But it only works with some software! Furthermore, I suspect the answer to this question will be more or less a table of situations with solutions specific to those situations, rather than a general solution.

On a small laptop, like the new HP G5, you have to activate the NumLock to access the numbers pad, then use shift + 0.It is not written, but it works to activate and deactivate this stupid feature.

I use the Microsoft Natural MultiMedia Keyboard 1.0A. The keyboard is not a wireless board.The Escape button and the function keys have never worked. I am currently running on 10.10. On previous incarnations the keys never worked either. However a recent journey through all the Microsoft options in System > Preference > Keyboard > Layouts suggested that the Escape button could be functional. The current setting is Generic 105-key (Intl) PC. Can I find out whether the keys can be made to work or not?

Of the top buttons, nothing happens when I press My Documents; a small red cross appears at the top right of the screen when I press My Pictures and the Media, Mail and Web/Home buttons work just fine.

From what your saying the problem however doesn't seem to be that the keyboard isn't recognised. You say that you get a red cross when you press pictures. that means Ubuntu get's input but just cannot comply.

The suggestion above is correct but perhaps brief. let's take the "my pictures key". if you want it to open shotwell when you press "pictures key" you should open System>Preferences>Keyboard Shotcuts and click "add" in the bottom. A screen pops up where you can enter the command: in the case of shotwell this will be: /usr/bin/shotwell

(for other programs you could try to locate them in the terminal: locate program-name grep bin (you will than have to choose the one in /usr/bin or /bin) if you want to boot a certain gnome applet you could try: locate gnome grep bin ,it will show you a lot of gnome applets, names should be pretty explanatory.)

Is there a way to replace the USB Receiver? The keyboard seems like an Chinese OEM brand called Weibo WB-8068 and there's no way I can find anything about it - from their website to other information

From my own experience (which is limited when it comes to dongles) there are usually two types. Bluetooth - but they rarely come with a dongle and a 2.4Mhz (if memory serves) transmitted that uses an unlicensed band for all sorts of things including wireless internet and cordless phones.

The receivers *seem* fairly generic and appear as a human interface device/keyboard to the computer but will pretty much latch onto any keyboard broadcasting in range of about 6-10 feet (a couple of metres but YMMV).

I would suggest the best place to look is eBay and hope you can find a dongle-driven wireless keyboard from a manufacturer no one ever heard of that someone is selling for parts. Given the low cost of these things you'd be hard pressed to find a unicorn like that.

@marcdraco I thank you for the reply! I must ask, would a cheap OEM wireless mouse with the dongle receiver possibly work? This keyboard supposedly comes with a wireless mouse and they use a single dongle. From what I can understand from your comment, a dongle from a wireless mouse would suffice, right? Also, eBay isn't available in my place as it's expensive and takes longer, so I looked at Philippine Online Markets (i live at Philippines)

Unlikely a mouse dongle would work as the USB side of things is telling Windows it's a cordless mouse transceiver and the radio side is getting data (which it will likely ignore) from the keyboard. It's been a while since I tinkered but I have seen dual-mode transceiver dongles that act as a combined device. I was about to say "plug the dongle in to check" but then D'UH! If the dongle can work a mouse or a keyboard then it will be able to do both simultaneously.

If you can at least *browse* eBay (American, Australian and European English sites are good) you might well find the information you need but if the receiver was a dual-mode HID (mouse/kb) then you'd need the same. There is a fancy word that I should know for multiple USB devices in in a single device identifier but I'll be DIYed if I can remember it. (It'll come to me in bed, you watch!)

Annnnnd... I did "unifying" (uni = one, you see?) and that one does come with the USB dongle inside the mouse. I assume you didn't just leave it in there? (I've done it... with my unified keyboard and trackpad, no less!)

Contact the Manufacturer: If you have the product details like the model number (Weibo WB-8068) or any other identifying information, try reaching out to the manufacturer's customer support. They may be able to provide you with a replacement USB receiver or offer alternative solutions.

Universal USB Receiver: Some wireless keyboards and mice can work with a universal USB receiver. These receivers are designed to work with multiple devices from the same brand. Check if your keyboard supports this feature and purchase a compatible universal receiver.

Third-Party USB Receivers: In some cases, you might find third-party USB receivers that claim to work with specific wireless keyboards. However, compatibility cannot be guaranteed, so make sure to check reviews and do some research before buying.

Bluetooth: If your keyboard has Bluetooth capability, you might be able to connect it directly to your computer or device without a USB receiver. Check the user manual or look up online instructions on how to pair the keyboard via Bluetooth.

Replacement Keyboards: Unfortunately, if none of the above options work, you might have to consider getting a replacement keyboard. Losing the USB receiver could render the current keyboard unusable, especially if it's not compatible with any other receiver or doesn't have Bluetooth.

Since you mentioned that the keyboard is from a Chinese OEM brand and information is scarce, it might be more challenging to find specific solutions. However, I hope the options provided above can help you resolve the issue or find a suitable alternative. Good luck!

"The Microsoft Wireless Desktop 900 operates only through the USB dongle which is uniquely paired. Dongles are uniquely and securely bound or programmed to the mouse or the keyboard and are sold as a matched set. Because of the secure binding or programming, we are unable to provide a replacement dongle that would work with the mouse or keyboard."

I recently (about a month ago) bought a new v100 gaming keyboard. I hooked it up to my Macbook Pro and setup my keyboard and at the start every key was fine. Then suddenly today, my keyboards command button (which is the windows button) stopped working even though it was fully functional before. I first encountered this issue, when I tried to switch apps and failed to do so. I then tested out more functions requiring the command key (cmd+t, cmd+c) but none of them worked either.

Sometimes, a normal computer keyboard will only accept user's inputs up to a certain key simultaneously. I got a logitech keyboard that can accept up to 3-4 key presses at the same time. The computer does not accept any more input if you press more than 4 keys for this keyboard. And it also depends on certain areas of your keyboard as well. Some locations allow more key to be pressed (like the arrow keys), while some locations permit you to press only 1-2 keys. This also differs from keyboard to keyboard as well. Some older keyboards only accept up 1-2 keys.

This isn't problematic with usual office work, but when it comes to gaming. For instance, imagine a platform game, where you have to jump, attack, and control direction at the same time. This implies several key presses and some keyboards cannot accept such simultaneous input. However, I've tried this on several games and the amount of possible keyboard inputs seem to be also different. Therefore, we have two issues:

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