Looking for new keyboard
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Slightly OT, but as a general question: I really like the clicky-part of mechanical keyboards, but they don't come in ergonomic styles, do they? If yes, please recommend! Even the DAS keyboards are just rectangle planks with keys - which are a pain for my wrists if I use them over 4hrs/day. I now use the Microsoft Natural Ergo 4000, but don't particularly like the switches. any ideas?
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Thanx! Just the type of info I was looking for. I have an original IBM PC with it's clickety keyboard (but will not work on modern hardware). I liked it alot.
"A little time, a little trouble, your better day" Badfinger
I'm still using an old IBM keyboard with a PS2/USB adapter. It still works great and the key labels are still crisp and it looks like new, except that the "D" and "K" key labels have slightly faded.
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I need a wired keyboard (USB) with addition USB ports for mouse and thumb drive. I have been using wireless logitech keyboard and mouse for years, but it's become unreliable. Looking at DAS Model S (pricey) through to Perixx (cheap). Any recommendations? I have seen earlier discussions on this topic but not this specific.
"A little time, a little trouble, your better day" Badfinger
G.SKILL KM 570 MX with cherry MX Blue (sound hard) or Cherry MX Brown (soft) switches. Includes 6 macro keys with 3 modes (18 different macros), All multimedia buttons, USB port and audio IN and OUT ports. I have had mine for 6 years and it works the same as new. The best keyboard I've everr had.
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Start another thread to garner attention to this request. I'll bet others are also on the lookout for such a keyboard. Good luck in your search!
Thanks - will do. Peter.
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Thanx! Just the type of info I was looking for. I have an original IBM PC with it's clickety keyboard (but will not work on modern hardware). I liked it alot.
"A little time, a little trouble, your better day" Badfinger
Yup, I’ve had a Das keyboard, cherry brown switches for more than a decade. No frills: not backlit, not programmable. It just works.
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The Unicomp Model M doesn't have USB ports but the one I'm using now is 14 years old and still going strong. I have six in total (two still boxed) and expect to be buried with one.
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I need a wired keyboard (USB) with addition USB ports for mouse and thumb drive. I have been using wireless logitech keyboard and mouse for years, but it's become unreliable. Looking at DAS Model S (pricey) through to Perixx (cheap). Any recommendations? I have seen earlier discussions on this topic but not this specific.
"A little time, a little trouble, your better day" Badfinger
I highly recommend the Kinesis Advantage 2. It is a bit pricey (about $360 or maybe more now) and takes about a month to get used to but it is by far the best keyboard I have used. They have a newer model but it doesn't have functions keys so I recommend the Kinesis. It does not have USB ports though.
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I need a wired keyboard (USB) with addition USB ports for mouse and thumb drive. I have been using wireless logitech keyboard and mouse for years, but it's become unreliable. Looking at DAS Model S (pricey) through to Perixx (cheap). Any recommendations? I have seen earlier discussions on this topic but not this specific.
"A little time, a little trouble, your better day" Badfinger
My most recent is the DAS 5QS keyboard, and I love it. It's durable and comfortable to use, and since I probably don't have 10 million keystrokes left to me, it will probably be my last keyboard. They don't use Cherry switches any more, but Omron makes an excellent switch, too. As for USB ports, I have a 16-port USB 3.0 switch sitting on the edge of the desk that does everything I need.
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I need a wired keyboard (USB) with addition USB ports for mouse and thumb drive. I have been using wireless logitech keyboard and mouse for years, but it's become unreliable. Looking at DAS Model S (pricey) through to Perixx (cheap). Any recommendations? I have seen earlier discussions on this topic but not this specific.
"A little time, a little trouble, your better day" Badfinger
I’ve used the Kinesis Advantage2 for years. It’s pricey, but high quality. [Kinesis Keyboards, Mice, Foot Pedals, Keypads and Accessories](https://kinesis-ergo.com/products/#advantage2)
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I need a wired keyboard (USB) with addition USB ports for mouse and thumb drive. I have been using wireless logitech keyboard and mouse for years, but it's become unreliable. Looking at DAS Model S (pricey) through to Perixx (cheap). Any recommendations? I have seen earlier discussions on this topic but not this specific.
"A little time, a little trouble, your better day" Badfinger
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I need a wired keyboard (USB) with addition USB ports for mouse and thumb drive. I have been using wireless logitech keyboard and mouse for years, but it's become unreliable. Looking at DAS Model S (pricey) through to Perixx (cheap). Any recommendations? I have seen earlier discussions on this topic but not this specific.
"A little time, a little trouble, your better day" Badfinger
I bought the Das Pro 4 and Das Pro 6, and I'm very happy with them. On the 6, the keys lights up, but the special symbols we use to code with don't, and the lighted part of the key sort of blocks out the symbol part of the key. I have no preference over the switches, brown vs blue. Das makes good keyboards and I have no regrets over my purchases. I never use the builtin USB ports, but I do use the volume button quite often. I have the Logitech Business wireless as well, but I never really use it anymore. Guess I leaned towards mechanical without really thinking about it. I'm glad I went back to a wired keyboard, no more batteries to deal with and it just works every morning when my rig is powered up. You can get a discount on the Das on EBay, where Das sells refurbished keyboards, that are really just retail returns from Micro Center.
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I need a wired keyboard (USB) with addition USB ports for mouse and thumb drive. I have been using wireless logitech keyboard and mouse for years, but it's become unreliable. Looking at DAS Model S (pricey) through to Perixx (cheap). Any recommendations? I have seen earlier discussions on this topic but not this specific.
"A little time, a little trouble, your better day" Badfinger
My two favourites are my [Unicomp Model M](https://www.pckeyboard.com/page/product/NEW\_M) and my [Matias PC TactilePro](http://www.matias.ca/tactilepro/pc/). Once you use buckling spring or ALPS switches, you realise that Cherry MX & their clones really aren't the peak of keyboard switches...
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I need a wired keyboard (USB) with addition USB ports for mouse and thumb drive. I have been using wireless logitech keyboard and mouse for years, but it's become unreliable. Looking at DAS Model S (pricey) through to Perixx (cheap). Any recommendations? I have seen earlier discussions on this topic but not this specific.
"A little time, a little trouble, your better day" Badfinger
I've had a number of different keyboards over the years. I like the IBM Model M I have in the office, but at home I have a Keychron K8 which I'm very happy with. You can get Keychron keyboards at Scorptec in a variety of configurations and switch types. Wired and wireless. From about $100 and up. If you like clicky keys - go with Blue keyswitches. If you like clicky but hate the noise, go with Brown keyswitches, and if you like silent with no tactile feedback - Go Red keyswitches. Personally I can't stand Red Keyswitches - but I can understand why some other people might like them - particularly for gaming. If gaming is super important, and you are still partial to Logitech - the tactile feedback romer-g keyboards are all pretty good, but take getting used to. You barely need to breath on the keys for them to register. Hope that helps.
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Thanx! Just the type of info I was looking for. I have an original IBM PC with it's clickety keyboard (but will not work on modern hardware). I liked it alot.
"A little time, a little trouble, your better day" Badfinger
They still work - you just need a USB to PS/2 adapter - and be able to live without a Windows Key. I'm using one at work at the moment. The only other thing is that not all USB adapters or PC USB ports are made to the same standards. I have heard of problems with cheaper USB adapters.