Product Description
Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop 3.0 - This keyboard&mouse combination features wireless technology for increased freedom and less clutter. The wireless keyboard features a comfort curved design that helps your hands rest in a more natural position. The wireless mouse features optical technology, which offers increased precision that won't degrade over time due to a dirty mouse ball!
Customer Reviews:
So far, so good.......2007-12-31
I purchased this product to use with my laptop when my laptop is plugged into my television. This way, I can watch movies from my laptop on the television or play computer games on the big screen.
I had a few moments of trouble setting up the mouse and keyboard, but quickly realized I had to first associate them with the base unit. Since then, everything has so far worked seamlessly and I'm quite happy.
Great set.......2007-12-29
The first time i received the keyboard, it was a wrong set. it was for Canadian/French set. i contact the company, they were very happy to send me a new one plus the fee sticker to ship back the old one.
The keyboard works great. Make sure there are nothing in the way of the receiver and the device or else you will loose connection during your usage.
It's compatible with Vista.
Excellent one .......2007-12-27
I got this for a good deal during thanks giving from amazon. It is really easy to use and ergonomic. But however the CD that came along with the product had some installation problems. I had to download the software from intelli software but that was easy again. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to live in a wireless world. :)
take care guys
karthik
Takes patience to use with Vista.......2007-12-26
I got this set for christmas and so far it has been a decent combo, although, getting it up and running in Vista Ultimate was a pain in the neck. Be sure to uninstall any previous keyboard/mouse drivers ahead of time or there are some conflicts that will prevent you from getting it installed right. I did manage to get it working, but whenever I restart my computer now I get an error code when windows boots.
Also, when I installed the drivers for the set, it made me uninstall Kensington MouseWorks which I use for my trackball which is unacceptable.
In all, you cant beat the price tag, but I would look somewhere else if your running Vista.
Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop 4000 (3.0) Silver PS2/USB Mac/Win.......2007-12-25
I have found it to be slow to respond. Not all the hot keys deliver what they are they are supposed to. If I had this information prior to the purchase, I would not have bought it
Average customer rating:
- Disappointed
- Beware of the 666 cordless set!
- works as discribed
- All that it should be!
- Terrible keyboard/mouse
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Product Features:
- System Requirements - Mac OS X v10.2x-10.4x or higher, Windows Vista, Windows XP Pro, Pro x64 Edition, Home, Media Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition, Windows 2000 SP4 or higher, 30 MB free minimal, CD-ROM Drive and USB Port
- Includes two AA alkaline batteries for Keyboard and two AA alkaline batteries for mouse. Typical battery life 6 months for keyboard, 6 months for mouse.
- Keyboard Dimensions (Length x Width x Depth/Height) - 17.9 x 10.7 x 1.45 inches (455 x 271 x 36.9 mm) (Width includes palm rest, Depth/Height is with tilt legs extended)
- Mouse Dimensions (Length x Width x Depth/Height) - 4.68 x 2.55 x 1.52 inches (119 x 64.8 x 38.7 mm)
- Receiver Dimensions (Length x Width x Depth/Height) - 4.72 inches x 3.15 x 1.13 inches (120 x 80.0 x 28.7 mm) / Receiver Cable Length 60 inches (1524 millimeters )
ASIN: B00094OT36
Release Date: 2005-04-01
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Product Description
Navigate with ease, free from wire clutter with the included optical mouse and enjoy one-touch access to e-mail. Navigate with better speed, accuracy and reliability, the optical sensor tracks movement on nearly any surface without the hassle of clogged mouse parts. With the touch of a button you can easily access your favorite music, video clips and media programs.
Customer Reviews:
Disappointed.......2007-12-27
The item is not what I waited. I disappointed because I use this keyboard close from my laptop and sometimes the signal is lost, I don't know why the signal is fall. The keyboard is big and it can't use it from afar to your computer. I'm very disappointed
Beware of the 666 cordless set!.......2007-12-27
After approximately nine months, my faithful Logitech MX3200 Cordless Laser set stopped working dependably due to age and extensive use (and nine months is not a long time for a keyboard and mouse, but nowadays manufacturers are not making products that last a long as they used to anymore, and I won't complain too much about it here). Specifically, the keyboard no longer accurately typed my character inputs. I would type on it, and the keyboard would lag, and then miss some of my stokes, so it became a challenge to type accurately. I decided that I couldn't continue using the keyboard, so I searched for a replacement.
I went to local stores, and I found it hard to find a wired keyboard to replace my old set, so I ended up settling on another wireless device. Since I just wanted the basics this time (no bells and whistles, just solid usage), I decided to go with the Microsoft Wireless Multimedia Keyboard 1.1, since it was the least expensive for me. I tested the keys on the store display model, and I found them to be perfect for my use. I type quickly, and on the MX3200, the keys were perfect at first, but got very stiff over time. I wanted a keyboard that had a good spring to the keys, but wasn't too firm to push down. It also didn't hurt that the whole set only took four AA batteries (two for the keyboard, and two for the mouse).
When I got the product home, I set it up just like the manual said: I installed the software first, then I plugged everything in. Software installation was SLOOOOWWWWWW. I am used to Logitech products, and the drivers for them are usually a little slow to install, but I could have installed the drivers for Logitech twice over in the time to install the drivers for this set. I don't understand why the install was so long because the keyboard does not have any advanced functions in it. After the installation finally completed, I tried to type with the keyboard and got nothing. The mouse was working, but not the keyboard. I troubleshot the device and found out that only the mouse was paired to the receiver, and not the keyboard. So I manually paired the mouse and keyboard to the receiver and then they worked. Why couldn't Microsoft have sent the set pre-paired like almost every other wireless desktop manufacturer does?
Then when I tried to use the set, I noticed it acted strange. I took a quick look at the settings, and that revealed that even though I had chosen "Microsoft Wireless Multimedia Keyboard" as the device (and this is the label that was on it), the installation chose a completely different wireless combo as the device, and the keysets were all wrong. After I reselected my device, the set started working.
My initial review of the product was going to be "good but not great," but as I was typing my review with the keyboard, when I pressed the caps lock key, I saw my screen flash, and two of the programs I had open, including my browser, were gone. I was perplexed; I wanted to know where my screen just disappeared to. So I pressed the caps lock key again. My taskbar disappeared, and my computer asked me if I wanted to shut down. I was completely surprised.
I decided to restart my system to see if it was just a glitch. After the restart, I tested every function button on the device. Everything worked fine. So I went back to my browser and I started surfing the net again. About five minutes afterwords, I got a notice on my screen that said that the wireless signal quality was low. I had the keyboard and the mouse in the direct line-of-sight with the receiver, and the batteries were brand new.
I packaged the keyboard, mouse, and receiver up and took them back to the store. This set did not only not work properly, it messed up the functioning of my computer in ways that were remarkable. I just bought it, and it gave me more trouble in one hour than my old Logitech gave me in the whole nine months that I had it. In fact, I would have done better to keep my old keyboard and mouse than to use this one. I am very disappointed with this set, and I would advise any prospective buyers to stay away from it, unless you want a possessed keyboard and mouse combo that does whatever it wants to.
works as discribed.......2007-11-15
it works as it said it would but do not seem to work on all plug and plays
All that it should be!.......2007-11-13
We bought this for a business application. It is working out well - have no complaints at all!
Terrible keyboard/mouse.......2007-11-09
I agree with the comments on the key changes and on the mouse. Used mine for a few weeks, and then the mouse started 'going' bad. 10 clicks and it might finally 'click'. @@
I had read all these reviews and still tried it...I suggest a different one. Am now trying a Logitech S510.
Rho
Product Description
The Cordless Desktop S 510 with its zero-degree tilt is a perfect match with a flat screen systems. It includes advanced optical mouse with tilt wheel. The keyboard is leading-edge comfort anda built-in palm rest. Play music, quick image zooming and image rotation with one-touch keyboard controls and the programmable F-keys launch application with a single touch. The cordless optical mouse delivers fast, consistent performance with vertical and horizontal scrolling. Both the keyboard and mouse include convenient LED battery level indicators with it's sophisticated battery management technologies that will last up to 6 months or longer with a single charge. The flashing LED will give notice 10 days before battery needs charing. Logitech has encrypted and secure cordless technology which avoids interference for completely reliable performance. Easily pack and tote the mini-receiver with mouse and remote to travel and the mouse is equipped with an on&off switch to conserve battery power. Programmable functions on keyboard System Requirements - PC with Pentium processor or compatible, Windows XP, USB port, CD-ROM drive
Customer Reviews:
One of the best I've used.......2007-12-27
I really like this keyboard/mouse combo. The keyboard has a nice, tactile feeling and the low-profile black and silver look goes great with my Samsung monitor. The mouse feels very precise and the size is great for me. About the only thing that bothers me is that the keys (particularly the space bar) are a bit noisier than on the one I tried in the store, but I suppose they're all a little different. Overall, though, I highly recommend it.
poor reception.......2007-12-06
I got this from Amazon for ~$50, and the keyboard and mouse works fine, that is if I were to sit within 4 ft from the receiver. I had originally HOPED to connect the keyboard and mouse wirelessly and be able to control my laptop while I'm on the couch and use the tv as the monitor. I am not exaggerating when I say beyong 4 ft, this bad boy does not recognize any key stroke nor movement from the mouse, intermittent response at best at a distance. fyi, my couch position is about 8 ft from the receiver.
limited range.......2007-12-06
This is a nice looking keyboard mouse combo. For working at a desk and getting rid of clutter, it works fine. The keyboard is fairly slim and shallow but its works okay. Mouse doesn't turn off automatically.
The problem I had was I wanted it to be used remotely with a PC at one end of the room and the keyboard/screen at another side. I have found that it only works up to about 10ft away from the transmitter when bluetooth devices have no problem working at the 15ft range where I need it to work. Therefore, it's pretty much useless for my purpose.
Looks like you need to spend more than $100 for Logitech's bluetooth enabled keyboards if you need the range.
Logitech Wireless Keyboard/ Mouse Combo S510.......2007-11-25
I like the keyboard/ mouse combo, it works great I would recommend that if anyone want a great deal they buy from this seller, and Amazon.
Works good when in range.......2007-11-15
I got this keyboard for a friend of mine to use in her classroom. To allow her to use a keyboard and mouse even when away from her "Smartboard" device. This is an average sized high school class room. The keyboard and mouse worked fine. However it would not reach all the way across the room. We ended up using the Gyration, which has a great range. If you are just going to use this on a desk, this is a great keyboard and mouse to get.
Product Description
MICROSOFT K48-00019 - Add wireless freedom, stylish design, and advanced one-touch functionality to your desktop! The Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop Pro provides customizable keys, optical mouse technology, and a comfortable, ergonomic design. Comfort and performance never looked so good! Interface - USB 2.0 - 1.1 or PS/2 OS Compatibility - Windows Me or Mac OS 10.1 to 10.3 (excluding Mac OS X)
Amazon.com Product Description
Add wireless freedom, stylish looks, and one-touch features to your desktop with the Wireless Optical Desktop Pro keyboard and mouse combination. This desktop package features customizable keys, optical mouse technology, and a comfortable, ergonomic design. The Wireless MultiMedia keyboard's split, gently sloped shape encourages a natural hand, wrist, and forearm position for maximum comfort. Also, your digital media activities are within easy reach--start, play, and navigate music and video clips with the touch of a button. Customizable hot keys let you quickly start Messenger, Mail, Internet, and Calculator programs. And get one-touch access to files stored in the My Documents, My Pictures, and My Music folders in Windows. Perform common tasks right from your keyboard--press a button to open, close, and save documents, send and forward e-mails, put the computer to sleep, log off, and more. Press the F LOCK key to toggle between standard and enhanced function key commands.
The mouse's wider, clear scroll wheel allows you to comfortably move through documents and Web pages quickly without clicking the scroll bar. Accelerated scrolling reacts to how quickly you roll the wheel, saving you time and effort. And the optical sensor replaces your mouse ball, for accuracy and precision--no mouse pad needed. It's ambidextrous, too--whether you control it with your right or left hand, the wireless optical mouse is shaped for comfort.
Both the keyboard and mouse work within six feet of the included receiver, even if your computer is out of sight. The pair comes with a three-year warranty.
Customer Reviews:
Keep on typin'!.......2007-12-26
Batteries last longer than the claim of 6 months, so I can keep typing without gettin' tangled up in mouse/keyboard wires! Ergonomic set-up is definitely a plus...no carpal tunnel for me!
I LIKE MY WIRELESS KEYBOARD AND MOUSE COMBO.......2007-12-18
I took the keyboard out of the box and went right to work. I'd used wireless pointers before, but not keyboards. It got my laptop off my lap, and worked from across the room with my son's desktop. I recommended them to co-workers, and some bought their own. The mouse is a little big to call "portable", but I still take it around the house.Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop Pro
Nice design, no range.......2007-12-08
Ive gone through three of these. The first one I had (prolly a first generation) was great. It had a decent, but not outstanding range, and I do like the design. When it died I got a second that was faulty. The keys would only register if you placed the receiver an inch from the keyboard. The third wasn't much better. It barely registered the signal when the receiver and the keyboard were in very close proximity and would still miss keys. I went ahead and got a Logitech wireless split keyboard and like it much better. It has a nice solid feel to it, and will consistently register keystrokes from over 3-4 feet away, something none of my MS keyboard would have ever done.
Id give it more stars for the design, but a well designed wireless keyboard with no range is kinda like a beautifully designed car with no engine. They're nice to look at, but cant perform their primary purpose.
Awesome.......2007-11-02
It came just in time, before I could crash my computer. I love the wireless keyboard and mouse. Brand new
Nice fix for too many wires, plus good product design.......2007-10-31
The MS Wireless Optical Desktop Pro helped solve a wire clutter problem, hooking up a keyboard and mouse to my laptop. My wife and I like the ergonomic split keyboard. It's very smooth and quiet in operation. What is really nice is the mouse. It has great features (a magnification button on the side, which is very nice for websites with small print). Plus, the scroll wheel can move from side to side, so you can scroll horizontally as well as the standard vertical scroll (no more going to the bottom of the screen to grab the little box and drag it left or right). Finally, clicking the scroll wheel (pressing down) will give you mini-windows of all open applications, which you can then click on. It's an improved version of the old ALT-TAB combination keyboard command. The mouse has a very smooth scrolling action, very precise feel to it. All in all, a very nice product that also claims improved battery life.
Product Description
Enjoy one-touch access to your favorite digital music. Use customizable function keys to open applications, files, and folders instantly. Experience unmatched precision and control on surfaces where ordinary optical mice can't go. Includes programmable buttons and a tilt wheel for vertical and horizontal scrolling, one-touch zoom, and Windows Flip 3D. Use convenient buttons on the left side of the keyboard to control your browser and navigate Web pages.
Customer Reviews:
Great!.......2007-12-22
I ordered this product for someone else & they love it! Battery usage is low & product works great.
Won't Work Beyond 6 Feet.......2007-12-18
I bought this keyboard to use with my home theater pc. At first I thought it didn't work at all then, by chance, I was using it standing near the PC and it worked. After calling tech support I confirmed that this uses the 27 MHz band which gives you a max distance from the receiver of 6 feet.
I carefully searched the product info on the logitech web site and nowhere does it mention this limitation
It's one thing to sell a product that has a certain limitation. It's another thing all together to do so without telling you about it.
Love it.......2007-11-06
I took a chance and purchased this product with no review available. And, I love it! Keyboard is light, keys on the keyboard are spaced slightly so there is no accidental hitting of the wrong key, and mouse is comfortable. I would 100% recommend.
Product Description
Logitech's diNovo Media Desktop is for PC power users who want great performance and great design from their wireless devices. Turn your PC into a Bluetooth control center, while having all its digital media capabilities. Its full-size typing layout, full travel keys, and array of extra buttons will simplify your work. And it does all this while looking better than any wireless keyboard or control system on the market. Plug it in and completely transform your desktop. Supports all Bluetooth devices Works with Windows XP and Windows 2000 True boot support - Use your keyboard to enter Safe Mode, access your BIOS, or enter your password USB and PS/2 connectivity
Customer Reviews:
Space bar only works sometimes. Customer service sucks.......2007-12-20
I purchased this keyboard/mouse combo in Aug of 2007. I like the look and feel of it, however almost immediatly I started having problems with the spacebar not responding. Unless you press hard on the middle of the spacebar it will not leave a space. I have read many others have had the same problem.
I called Logitech customer service. (I could not find a toll-free number so it was on my dime) The man I spoke with was nice, but the first solution he had for me was for me to send my keyboard to logitech first and then they would send me a replacement one in 4 to 8 weeks. I told him that was unacceptabble as I dont have another keayboard to useuntill the replacement one arrived. He then told me if I have my proof of purchase(I got it here on amazon so I could print one) I could fax it in to logitech and they would send me a replacement one in 4 to 8 weeks.
It took some time to set it up.......2007-12-06
It was love in first sight. I give it a perfect score by the appeal and feel of the keyboard and mouse. However, it took me some time to set the keyboard and mouse up. I didn't use the software that came out of the box, instead I downloaded the latest software from the Logitech website. At first the bluetooth receiver only picked up the keyboard and the mediapad and had a hard time finding the mouse. Finally, about an hour or so, the receiver picked up the mouse and everything worked perfectly. There was no delay and cons like how the others reviewed it. However, the next day I downloaded the updated software and had to do the entire process again. This time I had a harder time because the receiver couldn't find all three hardwares! It took me about a day to figure out what was the problem. The problem was the hub. All you have to do is turn off the hub with the software Logitech gives you and the receiver will find all three hardware instantly . After 2 days of hard work, I can say that I am happy with my purchase. So the hard part is just setting it up. As for some of the bad reviews on this product, it's just the problem of setting it up.
Excelente Teclado para PC o Laptop.......2007-11-22
El teclado es bastante delgado, lo puedes acompañar con la extension del teclado numerico, tecnologia Bluetooth. El raton es laser (no tiene luz visible) lo cual hace q la pila sea duradera, ademas el raton trae una base para cargarlo.
Excellent Mouse.......2007-11-07
I have literally used this mouse every day for work and play for about two years since it first came out. I have barely used the keyboard it sits in storage so i wont comment on that.
Bluetooth: I havent had any problems with the bluetooth on the mouse. I dont use the provided USB BT becuase it just connects straight to my laptop's internal bluetooth and unlike other bluetooth mice this doesnt lag much when it comes back from power saving mode its available very quickly.
Construction: Extremely durable. I have thrown, dropped, kicked, scuffed and abused this mouse for a long time and it still works perfectly and is in good condition. I have had to replace the plastic slide pads undernearth a few times now because ive had it for so long.
Software: I dont use the provided logitech software at all, its only useful for the extra mouse button configuration but the mouse runs fine without it.
Battery: The strong internal battery combined with their power saving system is absolutely awesome. Mine usually lasts about a week of solid use before i have to recharge it. And the battery indicator on top of the mouse is relaiable and linear. By that i mean it wont say its full then half an hour later die. Most of the time you still have half a dozen hours of use left when its on its lowest indicator level. Takes a couple hours to fully charge.
Accuracy: The tracking is precise you can definately use this mouse for fast paced gaming or design applications. I havent had any tracking or accuracy issues.
Feel: I have your average large male sized hands and I find it very comforatble and it has a good weight to it. It has sufficient ergonomics to 'rest' comfortably but enough grippy pieces to allow for detailed movement.
Pros: Strong/Sturdy, Confortable, Reliable, Accurate, Great Battery, Quick Recharge, Great Bluetooth
Cons: Expensive.
very pleased .......2007-10-24
I was kind of nervous after reading some mixed reviews about this keyboard but it has worked flawlessly for me so far and this is on a 5 year old compaq laptop with XP. the battery life on the mouse and keyboard seem good (coming from a college student who is either at the computer doing homework, at the computer sitting online, even if for most of the day the mouse hasn't died on me yet. the range is great. and i just plugged everything in once i got it and it worked just fine. the main reason i bought this was because of the media pad/number pad i got sick of trying to work in excel with the single row of numbers on my laptops keyboard. the media pad was kind of awkward at first not being attached to the keyboard but i have frown to like it. not too mention the keyboard and mouse look pretty cool too. I would definitely recommend this keyboard. and being the poor college student i am i just bought it refurbished for about half the price of a new one and it looks new and works like new.
Product Description
Microsoft Optical Desktop Elite for Bluetooth - Keyboard and Mouse -
Customer Reviews:
If you are a Gamer, look elsewhere.......2007-12-31
I enjoy gaming. I have my computer hooked up to my 62" TV. I bought this combo so I could game in comfort. I am located about 5 feet from the BT receiver. The keyboard loses connection about every 3rd time and takes at least 3 seconds sometimes more to come out of sleep mode (which it goes into very quickly). You'd think with such a fast sleep mode setting it wouldn't suck batteries so bad. I have to replace the batteries every 3-4 days in both the keyboard and mouse. The mouse lags which makes it about impossible to play anything timed or MMO style. It works moderately well for just everyday stuff like checking email and surfing the web (if you can get past the poor battery life and disconnects). Hopefully someday a company will step up and make a combo that really works.
Works Very Well.......2007-11-28
Excellent product. Great battery life. Excellent range. Set up under Microsoft Vista was a breeze.
Tip #1: Discard the enclosed CDs and download the latest versions of IntelliType and IntelliPoint from Microsoft.
Tip #2: Rechargeable batteries work best in medium to high drain constant use items (they lose their charge over time even when not used). This is a low drain periodic use item, so you're better off with regular batteries.
Most comfortable keyboard.......2007-09-22
I bought this keyboard and mouse 2 years ago. It was love at first sight. The most comfortable keyboard I have ever worked on.
Boglárka
Go with a wireless Keyboard and Mouse from Logitech Instead.......2007-09-07
I have a fetish for Wireless Keyboards and Mice. I buy a new one every 3-4 months as new versions are released in the hopes of finding a better solution. I have never found the perfect combination.
Before purchasing this setup, I was using a Microsoft Keyboard with a Logitech MX1000 laser mouse. I loved the combo but the mouse stopped functioning.
I purchased this setup about 2 months ago. This is the second time I have owned the Microsoft Bluetooth setup. The first one was about 2 years ago and was the standard unit. Decided to go with the elite in the hope that the flaws in the original were resolved. I am sad to say they are not.
Let's start with the good.
1. The unit has great range for short term use. I can use it 10-12 feet away from the desk.
2. Nice large keyboard. The keyboard is definitely the positive with this kit. Great tactile feel to the keys.
Now to the bad.
1. Even though you can take the unit a long way from the receiver, it seems to mysteriously lose contact with the computer on a random basis. The problem has lessened by moving the receiver to the USB ports on my monitor but it still happens on occassion. 90% of the time, it is the keyboard but it can happen with the mouse too. Major pain.
2. Terrible delay on the keyboard when it has gone into standby...it can take 2 seconds for the keyboard to wake up. Annoying and no other keyboard I have used does this...including Microsoft's own non-bluetooth variety.
3. The mouse wheel stops functioning for no reason. Removing the mouse and reconnecting it or rebooting the machine fixes it.
4. If you need to remove and reconnect the mouse for the above reason, you must attach a mouse because the bluetooth discovery utility will not let you use the Tab key to select the mouse in the list of discovered devices. Simply bad UI.
The technology used in this package is just out of date. Microsoft needs to update it. The Logitech setups run rings around this as far as features go. They also have more reliable connectivity, less lag and a better price.
If you must have Bluetooth (not sure why you do), this is your best option. Otherwise, pick one of any of the competing Logitech devices and you will be happier.
Keyboard eats batteries.......2007-09-06
I put lithium batteries in both the mouse and keyboard when I got them back in March 2007. I have replaced the keyboard batteries 3 times, and 0 times for the mouse!!!
Keyboard also loses connection sometimes when I'm using it. I would expect this to be a bit more consistent. My wireless keyboard from Kensington for my other PC has none of these issues.
Amazon.com Product Description
Add wireless freedom, stylish looks, and one-touch features to your desktop with the Wireless Optical Desktop Pro keyboard and mouse combination. This desktop package provides customizable keys, optical mouse technology, and a sleek, low-profile design. Also, your digital media activities are within easy reach--start, play, and navigate music and video clips with the touch of a button. Customizable hot keys let you quickly start Messenger, e-mail, Internet, and Calculator programs. And get one-touch access to files stored in the My Documents, My Pictures, and My Music folders in Windows. Perform common tasks right from your keyboard--press a button to open, close, save, send, and forward e-mails, put the computer to sleep, log off, and more. Press the F LOCK key to toggle between the standard and enhanced function key commands.
The mouse's wider, clear scroll wheel allows you to comfortably move through documents and Web sites quickly without clicking the scroll bar. Accelerated scrolling reacts to how quickly you roll the wheel, saving you time and effort. And the optical sensor replaces your mouse ball, for accuracy and precision--no mouse pad needed. It's ambidextrous, too--whether you control it with your right or left hand, the Wireless Optical Mouse is shaped for comfort.
Both the keyboard and mouse work within six feet of the included receiver, even if your computer is out of sight. The Wireless Optical Desktop Pro comes with a three-year warranty.
Product Description
Built for maximum performance, designed for maximum style! Get everything you've always wanted with a keyboard and mouse in one package - wireless freedom, stylish looks, and one-touch features. With customizable keys, optical mouse technology, and a cool design, it is the all-in-one desktop solution. Performance and style look better than ever.
Customer Reviews:
Great product.......2007-07-04
Completely pleased with this product, works just as described. The quick link keys on the top of it are extremely useful. I had the wired version of it before for a few years and I spilled a drink in it, so I replaced it with the wireless model. I am absolutely pleased with this purchase.
Very good purchase for the buck.......2005-09-10
everything from shipment to my use of this product is very well. the distance you can use this is great too. the picture quality is not the absolute best but what is perfect in this world anyways? i recommend you purchase if under 45.00 dollars.
I can't get why some people are not satisfyed.......2004-01-23
Ok, let me start by saying that like most other human beings I don't like Microsoft, but lets not allow this to prevent us from judging a product objectively.
This keyboard-mouse combo does exactly what it should do, nothing less, but a few things more.
The keyboard is excellent. Reception is perfect, and the extra multimedia keys work well and are programmable with the supplied drivers. The fact that the CAPS/NUMLOCK lights are on the receiver haven't bothered me a bit so far.
The mouse is simple yet efficient. It does what it should, a bit heavy and most be used from a shorter range than the keyboard (but still surpasses the 6-foot specification), but other than that very good.
Installation couldn't be easier, unless you're a complete newbie to computers. Battery life is good, channel switching is possible (though I didn't need it at all), and the design looks great.
The price is very cheap, what more do you need?
Very recommended.
DO NOT BUY!.......2004-01-09
The design of this keyboard is HORRENDOUS. I have many gripes.
1. THE MOST ANNOYING THING IN THE WORLD: F-lock key. I do not even use Microsoft Office/Outlook or whatever program those buttons are for. I would not WANT to use them. Every time I power up my computer, I have to press the F-lock button.
2. The function buttons are grouped in threes, and instead of F1 F2 F3 etc being on the top of each key, it is on the side. The crappy software shortcuts are printed on the top of each key. I would not mind if the keys were grouped in 4 as is normal, but with groups of 3, I find myself constantly having to look at the key to know which one it is - and I have to look at the SIDE of the key to tell!
3. NO LIGHTS. Well, there -are- lights, but they are not on the keyboard. They are on the hub. I do not understand the logic of this. Who the hell looks at the hub? I keep my hub on the desk and never look at it. This means that you cannot tell whether F-lock, scroll lock, CAPS lock, or num lock are on unless you look at the hub - and it uses some sort of code that I don't understand. There's an "A" light, a "1" light, and a "F" light, but they do not light up as expected. When I press F lock, the F button does not go on...
4. The keyboard seems to decide that, if you have been holding in a key for too long, you are done, so it shuts off. This is particularly annoying for games with WASD movement, as W will often be held in, but you have to keep pressing it every few seconds or the keyboard will turn it off.
5. Range. It says 6 feet, but it is not. It is 1 foot. I have no idea why they say 6 feet, it doesn't work that far, even with nothing in the way.
6. Insert has been moved up as a 2nd function of Print Screen, and Home/End/PgUp/PgDn are in a strange arrangement. Delete is double size. Arrow buttons have been moved down and to the left, causing absolute chaos when trying to find the arrows. I rarely look at my keyboard, and having to look to find the arrow keys slows me down.
I have no problem with the mouse, except that it is next to impossible to add/remove batteries. The slot for batteries is very tight and I actually pierced the plastic wrapping for my batteries on the edge of the hole. I tried putting the battery in every which way. It did not fit. You have to PUSH it in. There is also a problem with the scroll wheel. I can't quite figure out exactly why it's annoying, but I think it's because of the slippery grip, it makes me have to push down on the scroll wheel to move it. I'm used to just pushing it around with ease.
Conclusion: For a new/amateur computer user who uses many Microsoft products such as Office and Outlook, you are in for a treat, because this keyboard is made just for you and nobody else. If, however, you do not fall into this category, this keyboard will be useless to you. It is horrendous for gamers (especially!), touch-typists, fast typists, programmers, or people who type a lot. Or basically anyone who is comfortable with the standard keyboard layout.
On the upside, it's wireless... which is why I still use it. But for a wireless keyboard, it's CRAP. ABSOLUTE FILTH.
Another horrible idea from our friends at Microsoft.
Bad reception........2004-01-04
I received this as a gift. I am happy I haven't spent any money on this one. It has a sleek design and it works fine if you are within 1 feet to your computer. If you want to get a little far, it becomes useless.What is the point of having it wireless if you have to stay next to your computer.Really bad reception. I am trying to watch a movie couple feet away from my computer and I cannot use the keyboard or mouse to control. I tried everything. I took the communication part as close as I could, still I had to bring the keyboard almost next to it. I used brand new batteries hoping that was the problem, but unfortunately it was the useless microsoft product.
Product Description
The Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop 3000 combines a stylish design with wireless freedom for your desktop. The Media and Hot Keys give you one-touch access to all the commands and programs that you use most. The bundled optical mouse uses an optical sensor to track movement on nearly any surface thereby offering enhanced durability, speed, accuracy, and consistent performance. Enjoy easy access to your favorite music, video clips and media programs with the touch of a button. The stylish, curved design of this ergonomic keyboard helps your hands and wrists rest more naturally and it can be comfortably used with either hand. Compatible with both PC and Mac systems, the Desktop 3000 brings you instant connectivity without the hassles of needless clutter and cables.
Customer Reviews:
Almost perfect.......2007-12-14
The keyboard is perfect, mainly considering the layout of the keys Insert, Delete, Home, End, Pg Up and Pg Down. This is one of the few keyboards which Microsoft did not do the stupidity of changing the layout of such keys, keeping the classic design of a keyboard. Moreover, it is slim, comfortable, beautiful and economic in terms of battery. On the other hand, the mouse is quite heavy and uncomfortable. What I am doing is to use it with my notebook mouse, an Optical 1000, which can be synchronized with the same RF base. The base itself could be just a dongle, instead of something unreasonably large and wired, which more looks like a space ship. If you do not care about this no sense base and a heavy mouse, the keyboard is perfect.
Almost unusable.......2007-12-09
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