Rosewill Mechanical Keyboard RK-9000I with Cherry MX Blue Switch

Pros: * Absolutely amazing feedback and noise on keypresses
* The black keys on the white base looks incredible
* Good weight, and the feet put it at a good angle
* interchangeable cable for USB/PS2
* I've used das and steelseries mech keyboards and this rosewill is every bit as good as those were, for half the price! (i got this keyboard on a christmas sale).

Cons: * It isn't a problem for me, but noise could be an issue for some... you can really hear the keys bottom out. The switches themselves are relatively quiet, however.
* I could see how the USB-mini connection where the cable goes into the keyboard could come loose, but I haven't had any issues with it like others have reported... I don't move my keyboard around very much though.
* When I first got the keyboard, the 'E' key was sticking a bit, but after popping the key cap off and using a dust blower on the switch and then working the key in a little bit the problem went away and hasn't come back (i've had the keyboard for about 6 months at this point).

Other Thoughts: Can't really go wrong with this... solidly built keyboard that has all the advantages of the big name brand mechanical keyboards but you don't have to pay the namebrand price!

Pros: -Awesome look
-Responsive
-tactile touch

Cons: -Noisier than what I thought it would be
-king of weighty (not sure if thats normal for

Other Thoughts: This is the first time I've used a mechanical keyboard, but I've done enough research that I know this is somewhat of a low quality - but good for the cost gaming keyboard. It's noisy kind of a downer during game play but that what I get for getting MX blue I suppose not alot to compare to. Overall I'm happy with the purchase thus far, I've heard some peoples.

Pros: -Striking color
-Sturdy
-Detachable USB Cable
-Overall a GOOD mechanical keyboard

Cons: None Really, only complaint would be that white gets dirty easily so you may have to clean it more often than a black keyboard if that is important to you.

Other Thoughts: People are complaining about the lack of features and giving it bad reviews because of it. This is not some gimmicky Razer mechanical keyboard with bells and whistles and you should have known that before buying this. This is a run of the mill SOLID mechanical keyboard for those that don't need or care for all the extra gimmick.

Pros: Worked just as expected until it BROKE

Cons: Loved it...Until it broke. Under normal use, it just stopped responding. It is our main workstation keyboard in our Computer Repair shop...we are tech's and we narrowed down the problem. The solder wore lose off of the circuit board connecting the Mini USB Port.

Manufacturer Response:

Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you very much for purchasing this unit.
We strive to provide the most reliable and highest quality products to our customers.

Please kindly contact the Rosewill support team
Phone: 1- 800-575-9885
Email: rma@rosewill.com

So we may assist you with (in-warranty) replacement.
We look forward to hearing from you.

Thanks,
Rosewill Customer Care

Pros: Loved the feel of mechanical keys,that old school feel.

Cons: Bought this for gaming.While playing WoW the A key became stuck and refuses to come undone. Took off the key, blew compressed air in,nothing. So disappointed I went to a computer store and bought a different keyboard. Oh well.

Manufacturer Response:

Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you very much for purchasing this unit.
We strive to provide the most reliable and highest quality products to our customers.

Please kindly contact the Rosewill support team
Phone: 1- 800-575-9885
Email: rma@rosewill.com

So we may assist you with (in-warranty) replacement.
We look forward to hearing from you.

Thanks,
Rosewill Customer Care

Pros: Cheapest Mechanical Keyboard I could find. The white case against the black keys give this keyboard a nice look.
It's small and the casing is very sturdy.

Cons: It lacks basic windows shortcut keys (volume, calculator, media, ect )

While the interchangable PS/2 and USB cable seems like it would be a nice option, it causes a problem for me by coming unplugged from the back of the keyboard if any kind of slight tug is made. Don't pull your keyboard off of your desk into your lap to relax , the cord is going to come unplugged every time.

Some of the keys feel as if they are loose to attach to the switch underneath. Some of the keys wobble a little ( very slightly but noticable ) if you run your fingers across them, while other keys seem to have a nice snug fit over the switch. It's completely random keys.

the letters are painted onto the keys and are very easy to wear off. my WSAD keys started to wear off only a couple weeks after i bought it and they are now close to completely gone after just 5 weeks of use. ( not a heavy gamer )

Other Thoughts: This Keyboard has a nice price. The lack of features would be just fine if the keyboard itself actually performed great. It does work and it's easy to type/game on , but the random wobbly keys takes a lot away from it. The numbpad "3" key on my board has a defective switch under it. The key is half depressed at all times and sometimes gets stuck. I only noticed this a couple weeks after use. Not sure if it was shipped with a bad switch or if it's just that susceptible to damage.

I wish i had spent a little bit more money and got a high quality keyboard. But i'm not completely disappointed, So this Rosewill will hopefully do the trick for at least another year or so.

Pros: durable, braided USB cables

choice of PS/2 or USB
possible to Plug-'N'-Play with USB cable if PS/2 cable gets disconnected

best cost/durability/performance ratio with Cherry's MX Blue switches (prettiest also!! especially with Ivory!)

Cons: hard to keep clean, dusted but ivoryish backdrop keeps it from becoming any problem visually though my allergies disagree sometimes!

Other Thoughts: the issues other users reported with the usb connection on the keyboard side becoming unusable seems to have been corrected as there's no evidence of it loosening in the least (I've been utilizing it daily, heavily, typing and gaming for more than 3 months)

Pros: Solid
Overall a great keyboard i actually love these keyboards the design is so simple and looks amazing

Cons: Usb is horrible in my opinion
My first keyboard broke because of me understandable but my second one died on me after being in a league of legends game.

Other Thoughts: Im afraid to buy another because twice the same reason my keyboard breaks is the usb

Pros: Everything you could want in a STANDARD mechanical keyboard. Nice quality, great keystrokes, good aesthetic sound and click feel.

Cons: Missing on some of the other features that some keyboards have: ie; macros, lighting.

Other Thoughts: Wonderful sound and feel. The hardware also is great, it is strong and solid. The weight is also pretty nice, not too heavy, also not too light. Rosewill really hits the bullseye for a standard blue switch mechanical keyboard. For people considering the different types of switches. I myself also have a Corsair K90 Mechanical keyboard with the cherry mx red switches. I purchased this keyboard for a friend. I found myself liking the blues better, and wanted to trade, but sadly they didn't want to swap. I found myself than buying this keyboard. I use this keyboard for gaming: things like: League of Legends, Dota 2, SC2, Source.

Pros: Very stable and sturdy keyboard. The braided cable feels military-grade.

You can press as many keys as you want at once and they'll all register (incredible advantage while gaming.)

It's WAY more comfortable than your standard membrane keyboard.

Cons: Like others are saying, the USB connection on the back of the keyboard is a little insecure, but as long as you don't move your keyboard around too much you won't have to plug it back in.

Other Thoughts: My old keyboard could only register 2-3 keys at a time and I would always get pooped on while playing games. This Rosewill Keyboard allows me to move, shoot, reload, and do anything I need to do.