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    Who is using an external keyboard? Why? Which one?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by N1MBL3, Dec 11, 2008.

  1. N1MBL3

    N1MBL3 Notebook Consultant

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    My previous notebook had some wear marks from resting my handpalms so for my new notebook I bought an external USB keyboard. I have the Logitech diNovo Edge which is the first wireless bluetooth keyboard from Logitech that can be recharged.

    Unfortunately I don't find it easy to sit in front of my notebook with a keyboard between me and the notebook. It just does not feel natural.

    So my question is, are you using a keyboard as well? Do you put your notebook on some kind of laptop stand?
     
    N1MBL3, Dec 11, 2008
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  2. Wishmaker

    Wishmaker BBQ Expert

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    My laptop sits on a stand as you can see from my avatar. You can also see the EX54 card and logitech USB receiver. I close the lid and hook it up my external monitor and keyboard. I bought an LX610 a year ago and it does its job pretty well :p. I am no gamer so I don't have gaming accessories.

    I don't use an external keyboard for my laptop screen. It is not normal :p.
     
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  3. nons_

    nons_ Notebook Consultant

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    if I do, I also have an 24" screen hooked - notebook on the side, not in front of me.

    it's not ergonomically to work with an external keyboard and the notebook screen imo, for that reason I bought one which has a good, usable keyboard.
     
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  4. wobble987

    wobble987 Notebook Virtuoso

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    yeah, you're not the only one. if i use the notebook with a keyboard, i will fell that my head does not angle well towards the screen, the screen becomes too small that it strain my eyes.
     
    wobble987, Dec 11, 2008
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