Razer Lycosa Programmable Backlit Gaming Keyboard
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Manufacturer: RazorbillAudio: English (Original Language); French (Original Language); Spanish (Original Language)
Release Date: 2009-08-01
Platform: Windows XP
Model: RZ03-00180100-R3U1
Color: Black
Product features:
- Keytop with non-slip rubber finish - optimum tactile comfort and makes slipping up in the heat of action a thing of the past
- Backlight Illumination with WASD cluster lighting option - Make darkness your ally. While your enemies fiddle in the shadows, command precision.
- Fully programmable keys with macro capability - enables instantaneous command executions.
- Keytop with non-slip rubber finish
- Backlight illumination with WASD cluster lighting option
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- Mavis Beacon Typing 17 [OLD VERSION]
- Microsoft Word Home and Student 2007 [Old Version]
- TypeRightNow for Windows Includes Patented, Peek-Proof PC/Desktop* Keyboard Cover
- Typing Instructor Deluxe 17
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Customer Review: An excellent keyboard
Summary: 5 Stars
This is my first gaming keyboard. Normally I just use a cheap $10 keyboard that came with my PC or my laptop's keyboard because I don't see what's the big difference between a gaming keyboard and a cheap one. I bought this keyboard not for gaming but rather because my desk elevation makes it uncomfortable for me to type on my laptop's keyboard.
As with other Razer products, the Lycosa looks gorgeous. It has a nice glossy black with rubber keys. Since I have never owned a gaming keyboard, I was a bit surprised to see that it needed 2 USB ports. One port is dedicated to the keyboard while the other port is for the keyboard's USB 1.1 port located on the right side. This USB port is mean't for your mouse not your Ipod/hard drive, etc. The keyboard also has an audio and microphone port for your gaming headset. The wrist rest is detachable provided you have a screwdriver. As for the size, it is about the size, it is not that big, probably slightly bigger than your Dell/Hp/$10 keyboard.
Typing, as many others have mentioned takes a while to get used to. The keys are flat and low like a laptop's but they have enough spring in them to make it feel like a regular keyboard. Once you get used to it,the Lycosa is a joy to type with. The keys are rubber coated, adding a bit of friction so that your fingers don't slip. They are also very quiet. I find the low keys to be good for gaming as it doesn't require as you can push down a key slightly faster than with a regular keyboard. The ant-ghosting feature also helps.
The Lycosa doesn't have much else. On the top right is a touch pad media center used to control your music player. Pressing on the Razer logo allows you to switch between presets. I haven't experimented much with Razer's software however so I don't know how that feels like. There is an option on the software to turn off the Windows key when gaming which is nice.
Of course, the Lycosa isn't perfect. The glossy finish and the rubber keys are fingerprint magnets. Within 10 mins of use, your fingerprints are all over the the keyboard, making the once attractive Lycosa look somewhat ugly. If you want the Lycosa to look constantly nice, it will require a lot of maintenance. Again, the Lycosa doesn't have much else in terms of functionality; For $80, it is quite expensive. Also be aware that buying a Razer product is like buying a lottery ticket. You occasionally might be a winner and get a defective product. I have bought Razer's gaming mice before and my Diamondback's right mouse button wasn't working for some reason. Fortunately if you do get a defective product, Razer's customer support is very friendly.
Some people complain about the LED backlighting. The LEDs are indeed dim and there is no way to adjust the brightness. If you don't know how to type, then look for another keyboard because it is nearly impossible to see the keys when the lights are off or when you looking at a 45 or below degree angle. Personally, I have no problem with the back lighting; I find the lighting perfect because it doesn't distract me when playing a game. The keyboard has three lighting options: on, off and WASD only. I keep it on all the time because it looks cool and blue lighting matches my Deathadder mouse.
Overall it is definitely worth your money to get a Lycosa, regardless of what you want to use it for. It is an excellent gaming keyboard and a joy to type with.
Description of Razer Lycosa Programmable Backlit Gaming Keyboard
Annihilate your enemies and reign supreme in the gaming world with the Razer Lycosa Gaming Keyboard. With an awesome host of features, the Razer Lycosa is on an unstoppable mission to destroy and dominate. Execute complex combat maneuvers with swift dexterity. Launch your assaults timed to perfection. You now have the tactical advantage on every terrain, and your enemies' fates are in your hands. Gaming cluster with anti-ghosting capability Slim keycap structure with Hyperesponse technology TouchPanel easy access media keys Gaming mode option for deactivation of the Windows key 10 customizable software profiles with on-the-fly switching 1000Hz Ultrapolling / 1ms response time Earphone-out and microphone-in jacks Detachable wrist rest One integrated USB extension port Approximate size without wrist rest (L x W x H) - 18.5 x 6.6 x 0.6 inches (469 x 168 x 15 mm) Approximate size with wrist rest (L x W x H) - 18.5 x 8.7 x 0.6 inches (469mm x 221mm x 15mm)Minimum System Requirements Windows XP / x64 / Vista / Vista64 PC with built-in USB ports CD-ROM Drive (for drivers) At least 35MB of hard disk space (for drivers)Digital Cameras and Photo Categories
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