How to Pair the MK540 Advanced with Multiple Devices

By Logitechmalls | Published: 2026-10-19

Category: How-to Guides

Learn how to pair your Logitech MK540 Advanced keyboard and mouse with multiple devices for a seamless multi-device workflow.

Quick answer

Pair your MK540 Advanced keyboard and mouse with up to three devices using the Logitech Unifying receiver or Bluetooth, then switch between them with a button press.

Why pair the MK540 Advanced with multiple devices?

If you work across a desktop, laptop, and tablet, switching peripherals can waste time. The MK540 Advanced combo supports pairing with up to three devices, so you can move between them without unplugging or re-pairing.

What you need before you start

Make sure your MK540 Advanced keyboard and mouse have fresh batteries. Have the Logitech Unifying receiver handy if your device doesn't support Bluetooth. Download the Logitech Options software for easy device management.

Step-by-step pairing guide

1. Prepare your devices: Turn on the keyboard and mouse. Insert the Unifying receiver into the first device you want to pair (e.g., your desktop). Make sure the receiver is plugged directly into a USB port, not a hub, to avoid interference.
2. Pair the keyboard and mouse with the first device: Open Logitech Options on your computer. Click 'Add Device' and follow the on-screen instructions to pair the keyboard and mouse via the Unifying receiver. If you don't see the device, press the Connect button on the receiver and then press the Easy-Switch button on the keyboard/mouse.
3. Pair with a second device (Bluetooth or Unifying): For a second device without a USB port (e.g., a tablet), use Bluetooth. Put the keyboard into Bluetooth pairing mode by pressing the Easy-Switch button for 3 seconds. Select 'Logitech Keyboard' in your device's Bluetooth settings. Repeat for the mouse. The MK540 Advanced supports Bluetooth 4.0 or higher. If your device doesn't have Bluetooth, use a second Unifying receiver.
4. Pair with a third device: Repeat step 3 for a third device. You can mix Bluetooth and Unifying connections—for example, desktop via Unifying, laptop via Bluetooth, tablet via Bluetooth. You can assign each device to a different Easy-Switch channel (1, 2, or 3) for quick switching.
5. Switch between devices: Press the Easy-Switch button on the keyboard or mouse to cycle through paired devices. The LED will indicate which channel is active. If the mouse doesn't switch, check that it's paired to the same channel as the keyboard.

Product facts

MK540 ADVANCED - English US (QWERTY): The Logitech MK540 ADVANCED Combo in Carbon delivers a reliable and comfortable typing and navigation experience for your everyday computing needs. Its full-size keyboard and comfortable design make it ideal for long work sessions across multiple devices.
MK540 ADVANCED - English US (QWERTY)