EPTedit: i got it like 4 days ago
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halldor
Iceland43 Posts
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sawedust
United States506 Posts
On July 27 2012 06:24 halldor wrote: guys need some help, my backspace button has started to make some squeeking noises when i press it ,it's really annoying , is there any way to fix it or do i just need to return it? edit: i got it like 4 days ago Remove the keycap (be careful with the stabilizers) and lube the parts. Replace the keycap. Done! | ||
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halldor
Iceland43 Posts
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sawedust
United States506 Posts
On July 27 2012 06:52 halldor wrote: @sawedust, stabalizers? where do i get a new keycap to replace it with? with what do i lube it? You are using a mechanical keyboard, right? I just assumed since you're posting in this thread.  There are guides to removing and replacing the keycaps as well as lubing them in the first post. Alternatively, you can check out the guide that I've written here: http://www.quanticgaming.com/articles/News/StarCraft-2/185/Shifting-Gears-Maintaining-Your-Mechanical-Keyboard/ Goes with you step-by-step on how you can clean and maintain your keyboard as well as how to remove the stabilized keys easily and safely. Be sure to have a keycap puller; if you don't have one, you can make one using some large paper clips. Also checked out the OP, hard to believe that for Value/Quality that the CM Storm QuickFire Rapid is not listed on there.That board is a budget Filco with loud keycaps (which can easily be replaced by using the guides available) and is available in all four major switch types. | ||
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halldor
Iceland43 Posts
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Audemed
United States893 Posts
The Cherry blacks are lightening up already, and the backlight is great, although a bit dim compared to my old Razer. It's incredibly solid as well; it weighs more than 2 lbs and I don't think I could break it if i tried. Another plus is it has the audio and USB ports on the backside of the board. Unfortunately, it's also one of the more expensive KB's i've seen, cost me a cool $150USD. ![[image loading]](http://www.hitechreview.com/img/mionix-zibal-60-mechanical-gaming-keyboard/slides/mionix-zibal-60-mechanical-gaming-keyboard_7.jpg) | ||
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Sovano
United States1503 Posts
On July 27 2012 07:37 sawedust wrote: You are using a mechanical keyboard, right? I just assumed since you're posting in this thread. There are guides to removing and replacing the keycaps as well as lubing them in the first post. Alternatively, you can check out the guide that I've written here: http://www.quanticgaming.com/articles/News/StarCraft-2/185/Shifting-Gears-Maintaining-Your-Mechanical-Keyboard/ Goes with you step-by-step on how you can clean and maintain your keyboard as well as how to remove the stabilized keys easily and safely. Be sure to have a keycap puller; if you don't have one, you can make one using some large paper clips. Also checked out the OP, hard to believe that for Value/Quality that the CM Storm QuickFire Rapid is not listed on there.That board is a budget Filco with loud keycaps (which can easily be replaced by using the guides available) and is available in all four major switch types. I've had my CM Storm QFR for a few months now and I'm still loving it. The keyboard isn't that loud, at least in my opinion, but you can always use O-Rings if you want to reduce the sounds it emits. Most of the sound is coming from me bottoming out to be honest, which I guess also corresponds with the key caps given. | ||
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AngryFarmer
United States560 Posts
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sawedust
United States506 Posts
On July 27 2012 12:57 Sovano wrote: I've had my CM Storm QFR for a few months now and I'm still loving it. The keyboard isn't that loud, at least in my opinion, but you can always use O-Rings if you want to reduce the sounds it emits. Most of the sound is coming from me bottoming out to be honest, which I guess also corresponds with the key caps given. Haha, didn't clarify that enough; by "loud," I meant gaudy/tacky/love 'em or hate 'em. CM branding everywhere! They do look beautiful with a set of blanks or engraved caps, makes the look a lot cleaner and more aesthetically-pleasing in my opinion. O-rings are amazing! I wouldn't use my keyboard without them. Kind of weird though, I prefer 50A on my browns but 40A on my reds and blues. Absolutely love the feel of reds with 40As <3 | ||
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sawedust
United States506 Posts
On July 27 2012 15:27 AngryFarmer wrote: Can anyone recommend a good Cherry Brown keyboard. By good I mean good price performance? Answer the following below: Full-sized or TKL? ABS or PBT keycaps, or doesn't matter? Backlight or no backlight? Detachable USB cable or no detachable cable? Glossy or matte finish? Budget? This will help in finding the right keyboard for you. | ||
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Seiferz
United States640 Posts
On July 27 2012 17:57 sawedust wrote: Answer the following below: Full-sized or TKL? ABS or PBT keycaps, or doesn't matter? Backlight or no backlight? Detachable USB cable or no detachable cable? Glossy or matte finish? Budget? This will help in finding the right keyboard for you. I'm going to piggyback on this guy's question cause I also need the same help. TKL, doesn't matter, no backlight, USB, don't care, max ~120ish preferably a little less. Also I really want a blank one with no lettering on it. | ||
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Jomppa
1225 Posts
E: Both have Cherry MX red switches. E2: Also, can you remove wrist rest from MK-50? If you can't I'll get Quickfire pro. | ||
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exousia_7
Taiwan215 Posts
There is also another matter where you guys have to know which keyboards are available around your respectable areas, unless you already plan on ordering online. | ||
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Seiferz
United States640 Posts
On July 27 2012 22:52 exousia_7 wrote: There is also another matter where you guys have to know which keyboards are available around your respectable areas, unless you already plan on ordering online. yes, online. i don't know of any place that sells good mechanical keyboards around here anyway. | ||
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lock203
United States43 Posts
On July 27 2012 21:47 Seiferz wrote: I'm going to piggyback on this guy's question cause I also need the same help. TKL, doesn't matter, no backlight, USB, don't care, max ~120ish preferably a little less. Also I really want a blank one with no lettering on it. I would suggest a leopold if you want keyboard with no lettering elite keyboards sells them for around $100 link. The CM storm is a also a good choice and is cheaper, but you will have to buy the blank keys for around 40$. Either choice will probably be close to $120 after shipping. | ||
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Silencioseu
Cyprus493 Posts
On July 27 2012 22:29 Jomppa wrote: What do you guys think about CM Storm QuickFire Pro? I could get it for 65€. Other option is Qpad MK-50 for 69€, which one do you think is better? E: Both have Cherry MX red switches. E2: Also, can you remove wrist rest from MK-50? If you can't I'll get Quickfire pro. 65 eu only ?!?! i'll get mine for 110 eu, totally worth it, don't know about qpad though | ||
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Jomppa
1225 Posts
On July 28 2012 02:44 Silencioseu wrote: 65 eu only ?!?! i'll get mine for 110 eu, totally worth it, don't know about qpad though Normally 95€ but I'm going to assembly next week and they're selling cheap stuff there. | ||
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sawedust
United States506 Posts
On July 27 2012 21:47 Seiferz wrote: I'm going to piggyback on this guy's question cause I also need the same help. TKL, doesn't matter, no backlight, USB, don't care, max ~120ish preferably a little less. Also I really want a blank one with no lettering on it. Leopold browns out of stock at EK, those would have been the ones I would have recommended as well. Best option now is to get a CM Storm QF Rapid and get blanks on the side. http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=72 http://www.wasdkeyboards.com/index.php/87-key-cherry-mx-keycap-set.html Normally I'd recommend blank PBT sets, but the only place I've found them were classifieds, group buys, or Taobao. | ||
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Seiferz
United States640 Posts
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sawedust
United States506 Posts
On July 28 2012 04:30 Seiferz wrote: alright thanks. it's pretty simple to replace key caps right? do i need any special tools? Yeah, it's very easy to remove and replace keycaps. I already posted the link to do so above, but to save you time from scrolling up the screen I'll post it here again. http://www.quanticgaming.com/articles/News/StarCraft-2/185/Shifting-Gears-Maintaining-Your-Mechanical-Keyboard/ It's ideal to have a keycap puller to remove the keycaps. If you don't have one, make one with large paper clips. Alternatively, you can buy a keycap puller from one of the many vendors out there. | ||
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