Got this today. No instructions on how to connect to Dell Venue 8 tablet. How does keyboard power up? How do I get tablet to recognize it?
799931
don't know about your settings on the tablet. mine was a plug and play...power comes from the device tablet
799932
should recognize when plugged into usb port if not may not be compatible or defective
799933
I just connected it to my micro usb port and my android tablet automatically recognized it. I would think running a windows operating system, it would function the same
1820401
It works only with Dell Venue, and probably only Venue 11. If you want to use its multi-monitor function, then it only works with Venue 11 pro.
1443593
I was able to take it out of the box and connect it to my Surface RT without any problems. Did you try to connect it and then reboot it with it connected. You might see if it needs to download software. Try connecting it to the internet with the keyboard connected. Hope this helps.
1210092
I had no problems connecting to a 7" tablet. Turn on keyboard after connecting to micro USB port. Check your settings to see if it is recognized by tablet. I bought 5 key board cases with various tablets and as long as they are android should not be a problem. In fact with mine, as soon as I plugged them in they started working.
1375092
I can't connect them either. Instead, I removed the USB from my Windows tablet and attached it to the keyboard. Next, I set up my tablet for Bluetooth. Then I pressed the "fn" and "E" keys (for Windows) the same time. The tablet and keyboard are connected via wi-fi.
2059511
I purchased this item for a Pandigital tablet and had no problems; just plugged it in and the keyboard worked. I'm sure you've already done this, but you might try cleaning plug port. Your tablet might also have to have the keyboard addition loaded or turned on??
474107
Rose:I don't know what a "venue 8 pro" is but when I first introduced my MoKO Bluetooth keyboard to my Nook HD+ the instructions said to go into Settings on the Nook and select Bluetooth keyboard as option under Bluetooth devices. Once I did that the "4 digit code" magically appeared on the screen which I entered on the (awful) screen keyboard. That did it, they "paired." The KB is still a little flakey and has to be prodded into action each session but it basically works. I hope this helped.
1571741
If you connect the keyboard by Bluetooth everything should be active. Charge it then try to connect to it by Bluetooth, if that still does not work then you have a defective unit. It happens.
1171642
Just paired it with a Dell Venue Pro 8 with Windows 8.1. Works like a charm.. giving me mouse and keyboard makes it much easier to navigate a small windows tablet
1302379
My keyboard works. I initially had some difficulty until I figured out some minor steps that weren't noted in the directions. I'm not that tech savvy, so I'm not ssure if this helps. Sorry
1993344
connecting the keyboard is tricky and has to be placed just right once you connect use the charger to charge both units at once. Or trying charging the tablet and key board separately then join together. I love mine and use it all the time. I hope this helps
454912
I'll try to help, I've been using it with my Galaxy Tab 2 7" for months now without any problems (and only a couple of charges!). Make sure its fully charged overnight from AC Wall socket (not PC usb). With tablet on, turn off keyboard switch, wait 5 secs, then on again. You should get "Bluetooth connected" pop-up message. Also, make sure no other device with bluetooth is on in your house (they get confused). If nothing else, unpair and re-pair to keyboard.
2178009
The keyboard charged overnight for me. It appeared to be off when I first tried to use it, but in actuality it was on.. There is no indicator light to let you know that it is on. I looked on line to get instructions for pairing the keyboard to my Samsung tablet, follwed the directions and it worked fine. Your keyboard probably has plenty of power.
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Yes, I have a Logitech USB Wireless keyboard with a built in track pad and it works perfect on a Dell Venue 8 Pro Windows 8 tablet perfectly. And, the touch sensitizer is cracked all the way through and has no touch ability whatsoever anymore but the LCD is fine underneath it... I would look for a dual OTG that can give you the ability to charge the tablet and let you connect a USB device to it at the same time, but yes this will work perfect. Just be careful that you don't damage the tablets onboard Micro USB port, very easy to do because of the awkwardness of the cables attached!
2211143
I'm not sure because I didn't get no use for it being my tablet couldn't connect to any keyboard. I found that out after my purchase was made. I'm sorry that I cannot help any I would say try it out.
1544429
This item is just the case for an 8 inch tablet. I have the Dell Venue 8 Pro. the case DOES NOT connect to the internet- you have to have the tablet.
1449902
There is a USB Port on the keyboard. Other than that, I don't see any place where you could connect it.