Friday, December 30, 2011

Wireless Keyboard for Linux


After building my new home Linux based workstation i was left with a slight issue with physical space for a keyboard, the tradional full size WYSE keyboard i was using just failed to fit comfortably on my desk. After a quick visit to ebuyer i spotted the Keysonic ACK540RF Mini wireless keyboard with a built in touchpad. My only concern at the time of purchase was the compatability with Linux, however after some reseach i took the plunge



The keyboard has been a great success, good key action but a rather difficult placement of the CTRL key. The batteries last very well due to a good power saving implmentation by Keysonic, you can take the keyboard out of power save mode by pressing the 'ESC' key which works flawlessly. The Linux integration works very well with a true plug and play experience, the USB dongle provides an amazing range for the wireless function. All in All a great device,You can pickup this item now for around £30 from ebuyer and amazon......a Very Nice Linux Device but change that CTRL key placement !

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