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Written by Susanne Kraft, susanne.kraft@austin.utexas.edu

Go to System Preferences> Security>

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Turn off Disable remote control infrared receiver and click on Pair

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Click OK here and gold the Menu and Next buttons on the remote until the remote is recognized. @5 seconds you will see the mac screen dim and a remote with a chainlink above it will flash.

The remote will now be paired. And will work with Powerpoint keynote and several other apps DVD player too.

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