keyboard issue and possible replacement

[Uncle_Darth]

I bought a logitec keyboard (USB) recently for approx $50 to replace the old crappy microsoft PS2 one i had but im having issues with it.

For some reason it cant keep up with my typing - im not the fastest typer in the world - more like 3 fingers at most times.

What happens is it misses letters or spaces on a regular basis.

Now is this a keyboard issue and if so what is a good replacement for around $100 or is it a system issue with USB?

Any help would be appreciated

[daveee]

Do you have the USB>PS2 attachment that came with it?

Plug that in and see if it improves at all - if not try to update the drivers for it.

[Uncle_Darth]

the converter does not work - tried that last night and it was a no go

never loaded and drivers for it - cant remember getting any. will have a look

[Tubby]

I use a Logitech G15 (http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/keyboards/keyboard/devices/180&cl=au,en)

great keyboard. Took a bit of getting used to the back lit key during the day

Around the $100 mark from several stores

http://www.staticice.com.au /cgi-bin/search.cgi?q=logitec h+g15

[Bammo]

Darth,

FWIW Ihave a cheaper Logitech keyboard (a wireless model) and it does exactly the same thing to me. I got so frustrated with the random letter dropping and freezing that I gave up on it went back to the Evil Empire keyboard.

My MX518 mouse is a much better product than the keyboard...

[Uncle_Darth]

im thinking of doing the same as the only real reason i got a new one was the colour and the backspace key is a little sticky.

I dont use the keyboard for games and its annoying to type a post out only to look at it as find its all ****

[Porridge]

try updating your motherboard chipset drivers. If not continue looking for your software or try changing ports.

[Jim]

I use a Logitech G15 (http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/keyboards/keyboard/devices/180&cl=au,en)

great keyboard. Took a bit of getting used to the back lit key during the day

Around the $100 mark from several stores

http://www.staticice.com.au /cgi-bin/search.cgi?q=logitec h+g15


Looks like you should be able to launch missles with that thing!!

Good thread though, I need to get a new keyboard soon. Have been putting it off way too long.

[Joel_the_BANE]

Logitech G15 FTW. I havent seen it around $100 though, more like $160. I got mine brand new off Ebay for $80. Try BuyOnline 24/7. A great online store based in Sydney.

[Wokeye]

Or if you get stuck for dosh try the G11 instead. Same board, no LCD. I think it is more like $100 at shops.

[Tubby]

Check out the link for the cheapest places to buy a G15

Several for under a hungee

http://www.staticice.com.au /cgi-bin/search.cgi?q=logitec h+g15

[Bammo]

Sheesh, if you guys want a new keyboard forget the G15 and buy a Zboard Merc.

http://www.ideazon.com/us/products/mercgamingkeyboard.a sp

$80 on ebay


FTW FPS!

[AncientMan]

G15 is where its at...

[Ablack77]

G15 is where its at...

Right on!!!! 8)

[daveee]

Some of the keys dont work on my keyboard when I press the left shift button due to the tea mishap last night. Looks like I need a new keyboard too :(

[Uncle_Darth]

Sheesh, if you guys want a new keyboard forget the G15 and buy a Zboard Merc.

http://www.ideazon.com/us/products/mercgamingkeyboard.a sp

$80 on ebay


FTW FPS!

i use the zboard fang and hence the reason i dont use a keyboard much. dont want anything fancy, just something that works.

[GruAncH]

While me are at it I myself brought a bluetooth logitech MX 5000 came with theMX laser mouse and it bites continued problems with connection and the same thing with the keypress sometimes nothing for a few second start to type again and it all comes out hahaha or one keyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy yyyyy sticks for a while

during game play it bites all of a sudden I cant move or I cant stop walking forward...

P.S I have installed athe software that came with it also updates ect unistalled and use microsoft bluetooth connection seems slightly better

ANYWAYZ Recommendations for NEW Keyboard and Mouse any one
Gaming specific

[daveee]

Razer copperhead mouse, and a g15

:)

[CDN-SMOKEJUMPER]

G15 FTW, low I just need another mouse, the one I have is a good one I just wasn't allowed to by the Logitech mouse I really wanted or I would have been in deep ****.

[GruAncH]

Well now check this

I was contemplating RAZER but


http://www.gameguru.in/pc/2007/02/logitech-g9-laser-mouse-and-upgraded-g15-gaming-keyboard-unveiled/

[daveee]

Not sure about that mouse...but the keyboard looks far better. No massively useless 15 g keys as they are all of reach except for 3.

Damnit and I just bought a G15 :(

[GruAncH]

Yeah that sucks thats why I'm holding off on a new PC research hehehe

Yeah still leaning towards a RAZER mouse with logitech k/board or perhaps a Microsoft/RAZER Reclusa??

The mouse http://press.razerzone.com/
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[CDN-SMOKEJUMPER]

That mouse looks sexy!

[GruAncH]

Yeah cant wait but price tag still a mystery who knows how long it'll take to get over here though

[daveee]

$99 for each going on that website...though thats not AUD

[GruAncH]

Hey ? the Razerguy said they will be released later this month/early sept?

thats the G3 infrared you saw? where?

EDIT

Ah yeah 1st of august now where to get one hmm?