Product Description
Ready for the next dimension in gaming performance, custom tuning,
and action? Then grab on to the Microsoft SideWinder X6 Keyboard-the
powerful companion to the Microsoft line of award-winning SideWinder
gaming mice. This breakthrough keyboard incorporates a host of powerful
features, including a detachable key pad, in-game macro recording, a
full media key set, automatic and manual mode/profile switching,
two-color dimmable backlighting, and much more. Plus, at the touch of a
button, it doubles as your high-performance keyboard for everyday
computing.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #2666 in Video Games
- Color: Black
- Brand: Microsoft
- Model: AGB-00001
- Released on: 2008-10-02
- Platforms: Windows Vista, Windows XP
- Format: CD
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 3.11" h x
9.61" w x
17.24" l,
1.53 pounds
Features
- Dual Mode: Customizable for work or play
- Powerful Versatility
- Get Immersed
- Designed for Gaming
- 3 year Limited Hardware Warranty
Editorial Reviews
From the Manufacturer
Ready for the next dimension in gaming performance, custom tuning, and
action? Then grab on to the Microsoft SideWinder X6 Keyboard–the
powerful companion to the Microsoft line of award-winning SideWinder
gaming mice. This breakthrough keyboard incorporates a host of powerful
features, including a detachable key pad, ingame macro recording, a full
media key set, automatic and manual mode/profile switching, two-color
dimmable backlighting, and much more. Plus, at the touch of a button, it
doubles as your high-performance keyboard for everyday computing.
Features:
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| Switchable Key Pad
Flexible design,
choose right side or left side configuration. Switch between standard
key pad and macro pad in gaming mode. | | Mode Switching
Manually toggle the keyboard from
standard mode to either of two gaming modes. | | Macro Keys
Assign up to 90 macros. |
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| 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. | | WASD Gaming Keys
Have front-face lighting for enhanced visibility. | | Two-Color Adjustable Backlighting
Lighting dial adjusts the brightness of the keyboard and key pad. | |
Additional Features:
- Automatic Profile Switching: The keyboard detects the
application you are running and applies your custom profile to the
application.
- Media Keys: Play/Pause, Previous Track,
Next Track, and Mute.
- Volume Control Dial
- 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.
- Quick Launch Key: Instant access to
Microsoft Games Explorer (with Windows Vista) or IntelliType Pro
keyboard properties (with Windows XP).
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System Requirements:
- Windows
Vista/Windows XP
- 100 MB
- Powered USB port
- CD
drive
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Customer Reviews
Good keyboard but could be better easily
I got this keyboard to replace my G15. I have had both G15s so this
is my third gaming keyboard. In general the keyboard is very nice, but I
suggest consider what game you want it for. I purchased the keyboard
for Warhammer Online, to help me with the extreme number of keys that
need to bound for your abilities.
The first thing to be aware of, is the macros are driven by software
driver. There is also a deficiency in the drivers that do not allow
the macros to execute in games that require administrator mode in Vista.
I know, I know this probably isn't a deficiency in the driver but in
the game software. All I care is it doesn't work in Warhammer unless I
disable User Access Control (UAC). Also this is a result of the
decision to support macros via driver.
Also the num-pad switching position is nice, but I haven't found a
use for it. If your hands must always be on the a,w,s,d for moving,
then the number pad is too far out of reach to reach easily. I have yet
to come up with a creative, and trainable solution but am going to keep
trying. There has to be gold in there somewhere. (The num pad can be
made to be all macro so I will probably start down that route.)
OK Those are my negatives, the positives:
The keys press firmly and nicely. The volume knob is very nice. And
the dual lighting on the keyboard is very nice. I have a hard time
finding these keys but I figure that is just a training issue, but the
alignment feels different (I hit ~ a lot when going for the 1 key).
It goes very nice with my MS Gaming Mouse, although I have not found
any particular synergies. The Macro keys on the left are nice but I
still find them hard to get to with a pinky if I'm required to work my
movement keys.
So all in all, a very good keyboard with a few issues with my play
style and/or hand size (I have long fingers). I would give it 5/5 if
weren't for the driver issue that interferes with my play patterns.
Something No Other Good Keyboard Has
I have the Logitech gaming keyboard, and have owned a number of
keyboards, and this is by far the best. The simple reason is that it is a
gaming keyboard that allows the number keypad to be placed on the left
side of the keyboard.
I am right handed, so this may seem a strange reason to recommend
this keyboard, but ergonomically moving out the keypad puts the main
part of the keyboard and the mouse closer together. You don't reach far
to move the mouse. For regular and gaming use this is a big win.
As a gaming keyboard it is fine, and the keys feel adequate (not
stellar). If Logitech made a keyboard with this break-off keypad design
it would beat the Microsoft keyboard in most respects. But again, an
adequate gaming keyboard with one really great feature.
I also like the big round knob used for controlling volume versus
the usual + and - buttons.
Minor quibbles include the placement of the "Esc" key, I keep
hitting F1 by mistake and that it has a non-detachable hand rest.
But the detachable keypad for ergonomic reasons makes this keyboard a
"must have", and deserving of 5 stars despite minor problems.
This is a winnner!
I received this keyboard today and have had nothing but good
experiences with it so far!!
The back light is bright but not offensive; the numberpad/macropad
easily switches between sides and removes completely when not needed;
macros are easy to program, though the macro programing ui could be a
bit better (software complaint - the hardware is great!); and it feels
really well made. The different modes makes it easy to turn off buttons
that annoy me during game play (windows key, app key) without remapping
them or using custom keybinding software (I realize that this came with
just such software, but the button on the keyboard itself is much
easier!).
All in all I love this thing and can't wait to play more games with
it!! If you're in the market for an illuminated gaming keyboard that
provides plenty of options, this is the one!
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