Game Hardware: Controllers, Keyboards, Mice
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Microsoft SideWinder X4 Keyboard | 
| Brand: Microsoft
Category: CE
List Price: $59.99
Buy New: $43.23
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Avg. Customer Rating:  36 reviews
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.7
Dimensions (in): 19.6 x 2.4 x 8.6
Legal Disclaimer: We do not in any way represent that any part we sell is legal to possess in your jurisdiction. Check with you local authorities to ensure it is legal for you to possess before buying!
Warranty: 3 years warranty
MPN: JQD-00001
Model: JQD-00001
UPC: 882224949446
EAN: 0882224949446
ASIN: B002ZV51DI
Release Date: March 11, 2010
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Advanced anti-ghosting capability - Press up to 26 keys simultaneously without ghosting - what you press is what you get! | | • | Mode switching - Manually toggle from standard mode to one of two gaming modes; LEDs show the mode you select. | | • | Automatic profile switching - The keyboard detects the application you are running and applies your custom profile to the application. | | • | Programmable macro keys - Switch among three banks of six programmable macro keys to assign up to 18 macros per profile. | | • | Backlit keys - Adjust key-legend backlighting with three illumination levels plus "off". |
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Product Description
Microsoft SideWinder X4 Keyboard USB Port English North America CD
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| Customer Reviews: Read 31 more reviews...
 Awsome keyboard September 6, 2010
This keyboard I ordered turned out to be the best thing I could have gotten for my computer needs. No lag in typing plus is make gaming pretty easy. I recommend this as a versatile keyboard for all your needs.
Good deal for gamers August 30, 2010
I don't know if the keys are smaller or there are just so many of them that I make more mistakes (I'm a touch typist). But there's certainly a lot here, and I know of no other keyboard that let's you do so much. The price seems to me to be very reasonable, so the real question is whether you need all the things it can offer or prefer a less cluttered keyboard.
A great performance keyboard for a good price. August 30, 2010
Pros:
This keyboard is in the class of $100 keyboards. The construction quality is great, the keys have excellent back lighting and the typing feels really good.
The keys have just the right amount of resistance and don't feel mushy or rattly.
The light doesn't leak out and the keyboard looks clean.
Anti-ghosting is an excellent feature. Six macro keys (more than enough for most).
Overall, this is clearly one of the best options for this price range and even better than some more expensive $80-$100 keyboards.
Cons:
This isn't really a con for me, but the keys do make a slight tapping noise when being pressed. This doesn't bother me because its not loud, but very picky people might take notice.
The fact that the keys have a solid, good feel to them, makes the sound issue even less of a concern.
Other Thoughts:
The X4 keyboard is a little bit longer than some might think.
It's glossy black and low profile.
The back lighting is excellent and you can set it dimmer or brighter (3 options).
Wrist pad has a cool mesh design and its small enough not to bother you.
Anti-ghosting makes sure you don't miss keystrokes or combinations and this is crucial for gamers and typing alike!
New Keyboard ROCKS! August 29, 2010
Overall, this keyboard is an excellent product. There are several attractive features that I would highlight:
1. The keyboard has an adjustable backlighting with three illumination levels (plus off). I often work on the computer late at night when everyone else is sleeping, so it is nice to be able to turn off all the lights and keep the house dark.
2. I do a reasonable amount of work with word processing and spreadsheet software. I'm relatively new to using macros, but the macro keys are making it easier and faster for me to do my job without repeating the same commands over and over.
3. The keyboard has a good feel to it. This keyboard feels better than the standard keyboard that came with my desktop computer and it is much more comfortable than the keyboard on my laptop computer.
4. It is a small thing, but I really like having the calculator button on the keyboard. There are a lot of times when I need to perform a simple calculation and it is much easier to push the single button on the keyboard to bring up the calculator than it is to go through the Start menu to find the right program.
In general, this is a good product, but there are a couple of negatives:
1. The media keys work with Windows Media Player, but they don't necessarily work with other software (like iTunes). This isn't too big a deal, but it would be nice if everything could be controlled by those buttons. I should note that this is similar to the keyboard on my laptop.
2. The wrist pad is not removable. Again, this isn't a big deal, but it would be nice if the wrist pad could be removed. I've grown accustomed to not using a wrist pad when I type.
All in all, this is an excellent keyboard and I enjoy using it.
A good red backlit keyboard August 28, 2010
I find that red is not the best color for backlit keyboards, but I did not want to get another Razer/Microsoft Reclusa because I would perhaps use the wrong one when in a hurry while ditracted. Looking down from a bright screen to see the keys is not as easy as with a blue backlite.
I do prefer the Reclusa for it's taller keys and overall weight and comfort in my lap while reclining, the X4 has a bit of a sharper edge on the front and the keys don't have be pushed down as far, so ya gotta be carefull when resting your hands or ya can easily type without meaning too. I guess this is called a light touch . . But I have no complaints with the response timing and I don't use the macro features on either so I can't really compare that part.
I think getting a Reclusa used cheap would make a better gift for a gamer, cuz of the blue backlite, the "heavier" touch, and the built in USB ports. But this is still a fine solid thin model for my other computer.
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