NP8760 Keyboard / to be used as a work computer

Hello,

I was looking at getting an 8760, and I have a couple of questions...

First, how is the keyboard? I am going to be using it for work and school (in addition to gaming of course), which means that I will be typing on it for many hours a day. This means that I absolutely need an excellent keyboard. How would you rate it? I have a two year old ASUS, and while the laptop was a great deal, I didn't use it for work or school at the time, and the keyboard is friggin horrible. I can't type a single paragraph on it without having to type at least a few letters more than once because they didn't register the first time. Also, the keyboard has a huge amount of flex, and my hands are usually hurting if I have to type for more than an hour. Also, is the keyboard backlit?

Secondly, and this is sort of an opinion question, is there anything about this laptop that you think would make it unsuitable for use as a work computer? I won't be travelling or anything, but I will be using it daily for 6-8 hours a day at least. I don't even know what would fall into this category, but you guys always seem to have great ideas / suggestions. Thanks in advance.

 

Does anyone have any feedback? I would truly appreciate it. Also, I would really like to know if it comes with a backlit keyboard. Thanks all!

 

Hi dude,

I wouldnt recommend working on a laptop 6-8 hours a day... I spend about 12 hours a day on my computer and after 6 months / a year I started having neck pain and weird sensations in my forearms.

The problem with laptops is that the screen is too close to the keyboard, so you end up either having your screen set too low for your eyes or the keyboard set too high for your arms. What I ended up doing is connecting my laptop permanently on a 23" screen and an external keyboard and mouse. Now I'm set up like a professional at home but I can still benefit from the portability of the laptop when I travel.

As for the actual keyboards on Clevo laptops I havent read any complains about them, I think they're top notch quality, so you shouldnt worry about bad responsiveness or awkward key placement.

 

Actually if you're interested I would highly recommend this keyboard from logitech, it's the best keyboard I've ever used, I love it, and it's on sale!!!

Newegg.com - Logitech 920-000914 Black 106 Normal Keys USB Wired Ultra-thin Illuminated Keyboard

 

I also switched over from an Asus keyboard to the Sager.

At first I had a hard time getting the keys typed correctly for two reasons. First the keys were stiff, but as I used the keyboard they have “broken in” and no longer feel as stiff. Secondly the spacing took a little while to get used to, but again once your brain is reprogrammed to the new spacing it is not a problem.

I do not use my laptop for hours on end, so I cannot comment on how it would be to type all day on it.

Overall I like the keyboard a lot more than the Asus at this point. I do wish it had a backlight on occasion, but it’s not that big of a deal to me.

 

If I have prolonged typing to do on the move I like the Microsoft Arc Wireless Keyboard, you can easily take it anywhere.

Amazon.com: Microsoft Arc Wireless USB Keyboard for PC and Xbox 360 (Black): Electronics
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The keyboard is close to full size and I find it comfortable for long periods. It has a number pad too which is good for work. I work on a desktop all day at work, then come home and do school work for a few hours in addition to a little gaming and I never have discomfort. It's a big computer.