the g19....for me....sometimes does this....i actully get a no keyboard error, try plugging it in right after the computer starts. Mine seems to work better after it was full powered up...then restarted. Unplugging and plugging back in the g19 works sometimes too.

 I have a G19 and not had a single issue. Have it plugged in usb under the Bluetooth.

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I guess for Jacob to solve if possible.  The truth on the logitec keyboards was memtioned above.  They have a USB hub built into them which has a great deal of issues coming to life without actual drivers from Logi or Win7 to work.  If I were you I would keep a second cheaper just for keyboard for BIOS access.  IMO this problem is Not unique to EVGA as it is all across the internet with all types of boards.  I use a Microsoft keyboard and have No problems.  I have also used 2 different Off Brands in USB with no issues. 

In one of the early BIOS's there were some compatibility issues with some USB keyboards, newer BIOS's should have improved compatibility.

That would be the USB 2.0 which you need to use to enter BIOS. Glad it worked out! Happy holidays.

mwparrish

Folks, USB 3.0 is not native to the chipset meaning to ensure compatibility in the BIOS you need to plugs your keyboard into a USB 2.0 port.  Why on earth would anyone use a USB 3.0 port for a keyboard anyway?....
 

Maybe he is a very fast typist?

-Eric

I've experienced similar issues with my G15 on my previous 780i SLI, and a few with the X79 FTW.
 
Best results I had was to use the 2 USB ports next to the Bluetooth, and like others said, the one under it as well.

I just changed memory and my G19 went crazy. When I changed back everything went back to normal.

For what it's worth, I'm using a G19 on an ASUS Sabertooth Z77. Same problem: UEFI (BIOS) doesn't recognize the keyboard plugged into the USB 2 #1 port. All other USB devices are recognized. The keyboard doesn't come to life until Windows 8.1 comes to life. All drivers and firmware are in their latest iterations.
I spoke to ASUS. They said it's a regular problem with gaming keyboards, not just Logitech's.
I spoke to Logitech. Big waste of time. They sent me to Microsoft/Windows support! Seems they don't understand the problem is not related to the operating system. Always passing the buck.
Good luck. If I get an answer I'll let you know.

On which particular mainboard and with which BIOS version? What are your USB settings? I'm running with all USB devices initialized in the UEFI.

I have the G19 keyboard with this Dark, plugged into one of the top usb2 slots on the I/O, running EUFI with Windows 8.1, and  have had no issues at all, recognized in the bios fine.
I did this build back in Dec, and have ran the original shipping bios, and then 2.08 followed by 2.09.

Interesting that the problem isn't localized to any particular chipset or mainboard-- EVGA or ASUS are both susceptible. It's also not a consistent problem. Some have the problem and some don't with similar hardware setups. Since Logitech replaced the keyboard, assuming without admitting responsibility for a possibly wonky part (musta taken their cue from "Mistakes were made"), the replacement, an updated G19s, will work on my Z77 mainboard, being read in BIOS. But not in the first two USB2 sockets., only in 3, 4 and beyond. Any other device, like the mouse, plugged into those two ports, functions right from boot-up. Both Logitech and Asus haven't a clue why or even care why. In retrospect, the $200 I spent on the board, plus the time expended on this issue, was so much waste. I wonder if I can claim it as a gambling loss on my taxes.
Aside from the bells and whistles, the K19s doesn't do a better job in any application including games than my trusty old Logitech K350. One learns that bling is a poor reason for throwing away money.