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"Quiet' Ergonomic Keyboard - Shelly

Posted: Mar 18, 2010

I am currently using a Microsoft Natural 7000 keyboard. The space bar is getting more and more difficult to press (sticking), so I am looking to purchase a new one. I would prefer something where the keys type a little quieter and also one that is a lighter color (not black). Does anyone have any recommendations that are not extremely high priced? Thanks!

Quiet Keyboard - Carol

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I am also looking for a quiet ergonomic keyboard. Presently using the Microsoft Natural 4000 keyboard. Why is Microsoft only making black keyboards? Very difficult to see the keys, especially in poor light.

Quiet Keyboard - Shelly

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I agree! That is my problem exactly!

Try cleaning - s/m - shipwrecked

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You can probably fix your sticking spacebar. You can pop off the keys with a wide screwdriver or dinner knife for a really good cleaning. You have to use a little force/twist, and try a couple little keys before you attempt the spacebar so you can see they click back on.

When you get it/them popped off, use a Q-Tip and alcohol to clean underneath.

I love my Microsoft 4000 gull-wing, and bought a keyboard skin to protect the letters from wearing off and keep out the dog hair, crumbs. etc.

Best Keyboard EVER! - flying fingers

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Logitech Wave. I have never purchased an ergonomic keyboard before, but after finally having my carpal tunnel release done, I figured I would make the effort to not repeat the experience and bought one. I looked for weeks until I found one that I absolutely love.

It is super quiet. Your hands fit the keys and the angles perfectly. The wrist pad is a leather material and provides a slight cushion but does not get in the way. My hands to not get tired as quickly after hours of typing. I has to be the perfect keyboard.

Just out of curiosity after using it for a few weeks, I took a typing test and my accuracy and speed had increased by about 15%. Best purchase I ever made! It is like the Cadillac of keyboards.

As far as I know it only comes in black, but I would rather have black. I have not seen one in white/ecru.

http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/mice_pointers/mice_keyboard_combos/devices/4677&cl=us,en

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