Trying to play some of the first person shooter games on a regular keyboard is like trying to cut meat with a spoon, it just does not work to well. That is why if you are an avid gamer you might want to look into getting a better keyboard instead of using that old 101 key keyboard you have been using since who knows when.
Today we have the pleasure of reviewing one of Microsoft's newer keyboards, which is the perfect companion for Microsoft Sidewinder Mouse we reviewed late last year. One of the special features of this keyboard is the fact that the detachable numeric keypad can be placed on either end of the keyboard. Now lets get down to business and see what we can find out about this shiny keyboard.
Switchable key pad
Flexible design, choose right side or left side configuration. Switch between standard key pad and macro pad in gaming mode.
Two-color adjustable backlighting dial
Keyboard keys are red, and key pad and Macro keys are amber in Game mode. Lighting dial adjusts the brightness of the keyboard and key pad.
Macro keys
Up to 30 programmable keys that can allow up to 90 programmable options with an assigned gaming profile.
Mode switching
Manually toggle the keyboard from standard mode to either of two gaming modes. LEDs show the selected mode.
Cruise Control
Use Cruise Control to continue an action without having to hold down the key or keys assigned to the action. You can use Cruise Control with up to four keys at a time.* (* Cruise Control does not work with programmable macro keys.)
In-game macro record button
Record any sequence of keystrokes—even standard chat messages. Macros are stored on your hard drive and can be easily shared.
Automatic profile switching
When a game or application profile is assigned using the software, the keyboard detects the game or application you are running and applies your custom profile to the application.
