Fellowes Microban Split Design Wired Keyboard, Dark Gray - FEL9891503
Brand | Fellowes |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Keyboard Description | Ergonomic |
Recommended Uses For Product | Office |
Color | black |
Number of Keys | 104 |
Keyboard backlighting color support | Single Color |
Material | Plastic |
Included Components | Microban Split Design USB Keyboard |
Language | English |
About this item
- Microban antimicrobial protection keeps product cleaner
- Conforms to natural arm and hand positions for added comfort
- 16-character buffer for fast typists
- 7 additional hot keys for multimedia control and one touch Internet access (internet must be connected)
- Wired keyboard
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Fellowes Microban Split Design Keyboard
Microban antimicrobial protection keeps product cleaner.
Conforms to natural arm and hand positions for added comfort.
16-character buffer for fast typists.
7 additional hot keys for multimedia control and one touch Internet access (internet must be connected).
USB connectivity.
Compatible as plug and play device with Windows Operating Systems.
At a Glance:
- 16-character buffer
- 7 additional hot keys
- One touch Internet access
- USB connectivity
- Compatible as plug and play
Product Features
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Split DesignConforms to natural arm and hand positions for added comfort. |
Microban antimicrobial protectionKeeps product cleaner. |
USB connectivity |
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For over 100 years, Fellowes has been committed to inspiring WorkLife to unleash the human potential in everyone.
While the world has changed over that time, our sense of responsibility and dedication to that mission has not.
You can depend on us to bring you innovative, inspiring, and high-quality products that make your Worklife healthier, more productive, and more successful.
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
Ergonomic | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.7 |
Value for money | 4.2 | 4.2 | — | 4.3 | 4.0 | 3.7 |
Comfort | — | 4.4 | — | 4.6 | 4.1 | 4.4 |
For gaming | — | 4.0 | 3.5 | — | 3.0 | 4.2 |
Sold By | — | Jukegear | Delux Technology Co., Ltd. | Arteck | Perixx USA | Cloud Nine Ergo |
connectivity tech | Wired | USB-A | USB | USB Wireless | wired | USB |
number of keys | 104 | 110 | 107 | 102 | 84 | 19 |
hardware interface | usb | usb | usb | usb | — | usb |
compatible devices | — | Lenovo, Dell, Linux, HP, Microsof Surface, Acer, Asus, Samsung, Chromebook, Alienware, Razer, LG, PC, Laptop | PC | PC, Desktop, Laptop, Computers | Laptop, PC, Tablet | Gaming Console |
keyboard description | Ergonomic | Ergonomic Split Keyboard | Multimedia | Split Ergonomic | Ergonomic | Gaming |
operating system | windows 98 se, Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows Vista, Windows 7 | Windows | Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Mac OS | Windows | Windows 7 | Windows |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 20.5 x 10.6 x 2.6 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.28 pounds |
ASIN | B0002CE0XO |
Item model number | 9891503 |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #3,316 in Computer Keyboards |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | July 7, 2004 |
Department | Electronics |
Manufacturer | Fellowes |
Language | English |
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Product Description
Microban® antimicrobial protection keeps product cleaner. Conforms to natural arm and hand positions for added comfort. 16-character buffer for fast typists. 7 additional hot keys for multimedia control and one touch Internet access (internet must be connected). USB connectivity. Compatible as plug and play device with Windows Operating Systems.
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Customers like the quality, comfort, and ease of use of the keyboard. For example, they mention that it's responsive, and the keys are laid out well. Some are happy with appearance, and fit. That said, opinions are mixed on performance, durability, and noise.
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Customers like the quality of the keyboard. They say the keys are decent, responsive, and very legible. They also say the keyboard is well-built, and the layout is well thought out. Customers also say that the touch of the keys is perfect, and it's easy to type with less mistakes with this keyboard.
"...The keys are slightly angled, or splayed, so that your fingers can reach keys with ease...." Read more
"This is a well-built institutional quality ergonomic keyboard...." Read more
"...While I love it, the keyboard is NOT flawless. For one thing, it's LOUD. The keys are very clacky...." Read more
"...4. This keyboard has not lost any lettering in 6 years...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the keyboard. They say that the keys feel great, and the feedback from the click is quieter. They also say that it is more comfortable than the flat keyboards, and that the ergonomics are fine. Customers also say the keyboard improves the ergonomic and makes them feel less achy after work. They feel that the key positions feel better than they remembered, and there is less strain on the hands and wrists.
"...Again, this improves the ergonomics. Typing is faster, easier, and less fatiguing.5. Speed buttons (silver) at the top of the keyboard...." Read more
"...reduces the "impact" on my hands significantly and makes for a much smoother, lower-impact experience...." Read more
"...Keyboard 4000 at work and prefer it to this... the key presses just feel nicer...." Read more
"...I feel less achy after work, making this well worth the price.Typing ease of use is also good...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the keyboard. They mention that it is wireless, easy to press, and easy to start typing on right away. The keys have a just a bit of resistance, making them less hesitant. They also find the keyboard very ergonomic, and enjoy the familiarity with the volume buttons and other shortcut buttons. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...Again, this improves the ergonomics. Typing is faster, easier, and less fatiguing.5. Speed buttons (silver) at the top of the keyboard...." Read more
"...Typing ease of use is also good. A slight learning curve but it honestly only took me 2-3 days of use to get comfortable typing on this layout...." Read more
"...It is awkward and much more difficult to press than on the MS Natural...." Read more
"...] which fit the Fellowes perfectly, go on quick and easy and are so readable there's no need to turn on any lights in..." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the keyboard. They say the style is pleasing, the layout is great, and the lettering on the keys is looking great. They also appreciate the ergonomic design and the all-black design. Customers also mention that the keys are crisp.
"...Here are the qualities I like best:1. Split design...." Read more
"...It just looked nasty. The Fellowes keyboard is a very pleasing two-tone black on gray and while it will also suffer from the tire black over time,..." Read more
"...of trivia to the reviewers who've stated that it has the non-standard keyboard layout...." Read more
"...Not as comfortable but I think it gives the a more solid feel. Keys are crisp...." Read more
Customers like the fit of the keyboard. For example, they mention it fits their use well, is not too big in size, and is very comfortable. Some say it's good for large hands and easy to adapt to the split design.
"...3. Built in wristrest is positioned "just right." Comfortable, large, and curved.4...." Read more
"...2. It's big. If you have large hands or otherwise are looking for a keyboard with more real-estate, you will want this guy...." Read more
"...break it in, but initially the keys feel pretty mooshy/squishy, not tight and quick...." Read more
"...] which fit the Fellowes perfectly, go on quick and easy and are so readable there's no need to turn on..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the keyboard. Some mention that it works well, while others say that it's not functional.
"...It is highly functional - far more so than I would need, but I'm sure more techie types would love it...." Read more
"...laptop, but in USB2.x and USB3.0 ports on my docking station, it wouldn't operate...." Read more
"...Otherwise it seems to work really well." Read more
"...The sleep does work. The buttons that I really wanted most were the volume up and down buttons...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the noise of the keyboard. Some mention that the keys depress easily and strike relatively quietly. They also appreciate the responsiveness and noise level. However, others say that the keyboard makes a blocky sound and the spacebar is incredibly loud.
"...Now only that, it's quiet and feels great on my wrists and shoulders...." Read more
"...This board's not bad, but it's not what I'd define as quiet...." Read more
"...keys are just exactly what I was hoping for in terms of responsiveness and noise level. No, not silent, but not nearly as noisy as the Adesso...." Read more
"...Overall, I am happy with the purchase. The keys are quiet and have a good feel to them...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the durability of the keyboard. Some mention that it's well built, has decent quality, and lasts a long time. However, others say that it wears out pretty quickly and some of the keys have begun to fade.
"...A+; Highly recommended for its quality and exceptional value.Have a question about this keyboard?..." Read more
"...For one thing, it's LOUD. The keys are very clacky. My coworkers frequently mentioned it when I first got it...." Read more
"...1. It's durable...." Read more
"...not "in love" with this keyboard, I do approve of its rugged design and I definitely feel like I got my money's worth." Read more
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Here are the qualities I like best:
1. Split design. This allows you to relax both hands in a more ergonomic, natural, relaxed typing position. The keys are slightly angled, or splayed, so that your fingers can reach keys with ease. Personally, I find conventional keyboards too cramped and crowded to type particularly fast. With a split board, my fingers fly.
2. Two Spacebars. Each spacebar is easy to reach, positioned under each split keypad. More convenient than you know. Also helps speed typing tasks.
3. Built in wristrest is positioned "just right." Comfortable, large, and curved.
4. Board is "mounded" in the center (the area where the two split keyboards converge is higher than the outside edges). Again, this improves the ergonomics. Typing is faster, easier, and less fatiguing.
5. Speed buttons (silver) at the top of the keyboard. These let you quickly launch your browser, search, email, put the computer to sleep, increase volume, decrease volume, and mute your speakers.
My Wish List?
Overall, I love this keyboard (I also have a 10 year old one by Fellowes on an older desktop). HOWEVER, I would love it if Fellowes would offer a "Cadillac" version. I would pay more for:
1. Slightly softer keys (these require a firm press).
2. A truly QUIET keyboard. I am among the few, I'm sure, who are somewhat irritated by the sound of keys clacking. This board's not bad, but it's not what I'd define as quiet. I would truly rank this as a PERFECT keyboard if the keys were a bit softer and quieter.
As far as I know, this is one of the best keyboards on the market for split keyboard fans. Other brands are more expensive, but many of them have quirks I couldn't live with (like dropped keystrokes). I've never had an "oops" with this one. Any typing mistakes I make with the board are MINE and not the keyboard's. A+; Highly recommended for its quality and exceptional value.
Have a question about this keyboard? Leave a comment & I'll be happy to help you, if I can.
It's been a decade since I used the first 1st generation of split keyboard from Microsoft in the early 2000s. I read the reviews of all the ergonomic keyboards sold on Amazon. Based on that I decided it was worth trying the Fellowes.
It was amazing upon ripping the Fellowes keyboard of the box and plugging it in, how instantly I was able to type at my fastest speed with no hesitation. Now only that, it's quiet and feels great on my wrists and shoulders.
The one thing that required some getting used to was he height of the keyboard (not the height of the keys). Normally, I rest my wrists on gel pad. Since this seems to come with a hard plastic wrist rest, I tried that instead. But it was really awkward. It felt like my hands were going up an incline.
What eventually worked for me was to simply rest my elbows on my chairs armrests and from there suspend my hands up above and type on the keyboard that way.
Another slight downer was that this us about as dull-looking a keyboard as you can imagine. It's gray and about as far away from iPad chic as you can imagine. Not a big deal, but that's one thing I like about the Microsoft ergonomic keyboards.
One thing I've also heard others mention: Yes, I was a bit concerned about the height of the keys. Honestly, in an age of chiclet style keys you often see on laptops, I the Followes keys looked something you'd see on an IBM Selectric. But no...it's just retro styling I guess because the keys successfully register with just the amount of the pressure.
If you're considering going egro, make this one of your top candidates. The complaints you hear about the [[ASIN:B004SUIM4E Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000 for Business and its freaky space bar with a mind of it's own, are non-issue with the Fellowes.
One interesting bit of trivia to the reviewers who've stated that it has the non-standard keyboard layout. I check out an old 1st generation Microsoft Natural Keyboard from circa 2003 that I have. The layout is the same in the Fellowes is the same. So we might call this standard-retro.
While I love it, the keyboard is NOT flawless. For one thing, it's LOUD. The keys are very clacky. My coworkers frequently mentioned it when I first got it. When it was quiet in the office, you could hear me typing away from the hallway. The same is true at home. While the newer one is somewhat quieter (probably just because it's newer), it's definitely not silent. And the keyboard is pretty bulky. This isn't so much an issue for me as I have the room for it. But I definitely noticed it when I had to downsize my desk due to an office move earlier this year at work. It takes up a lot of real estate on the desktop. And the curves and height make it somewhat difficult to store.
All that said. I still love it. and will still buy another if either of these wears out.
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1. El teclado viene con etiquetas para uso en inglés. Se puede configurar por software para que funcione en español, pero entonces puede que algunas teclas no coincidan con la etiqueta que traen, especialmente la Ñ y los símbolos.
2. Por su construcción no es tan silencioso como otros teclados.
3. Las teclas son altas. Si están acostumbrados a un teclado común de computadora de escritorio, no se nota tanto la diferencia, pero si están acostumbrados a un teclado de laptop, claro que lo van a notar.
4. Las teclas para "inicio", "fin", "Av Pág", y similares están en un orden ligeramente diferente al de la mayoría de los teclados que yo he utilizado. Me ha tomado un poco de tiempo acostumbrarme a ese acomodo.
Los botones multimedia están accesibles. No he tenido problemas con que se atoren las teclas o se queden pegadas. Yo escribo bastante rápido y con todos los dedos. Por ese lado no tengo quejas.
Espero que el detalle ayude si están considerando comprar este teclado.