



Cherry MX Brown Switches provide a fast response and tactile feel, which makes typing and gaming a more rewarding experience. Enjoy the precision of multiple simultaneous key presses with the N-key rollover function. Thanks to the 50-million clicks life cycle, a durable red metal chassis, and laser printed keycaps, the Rosewill RK-9000V2 is a solid and durable professional gaming keyboard.
100% Cherry MX Brown Mechanical
Key Switches
100% Cherry Brown MX Switches. They deliver a fast and precise response with great tactile feedback.
N-Key Rollover Function
The N-key rollover function is a must-have for gamers! It permits up to 104 keys to be pressed at the same time in PS/2 mode and 6 keys in USB mode.
Durability
With a life cycle up to 50-million clicks and a sturdy internal red metal chassis, the Rosewill RK-9000V2 is perfect for extensive typing and professional gaming. The laser printed keycaps help prolong the visibility and durability of the letters/numbers on the keyboard.
Windows Key Lock
The Windows key lock disables the Windows key. You can prevent the Windows key from functioning and interfering during critical gaming events.
Multimedia Key Funtion
Multimedia keys give you direct control from your keyboard.
Shortcut Keys: Stop, Play/Pause, Back, Forward, Volume up, and Volume down
Rubber Pads
Rubber pads on the bottom of the keyboard help stabilize it from sliding while you are typing and gaming.
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Item | RK-9000V2 | RK-9000V2 BR | RK-9000V2 BL | RK-9000V2 RE | RK-9000IV2 | RK-9000IV2 BR |
Switches | Cherry MX Blue | Cherry MX Brown | Cherry MX Black | Cherry MX Red | Cherry MX Blue | Cherry MX Brown |
Game-Mode | V | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Anti-Ghosting | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Multimedia Keys | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Windows Lock | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Cables | PS/2+USB | PS/2+USB | PS/2+USB | PS/2+USB | PS/2+USB | PS/2+USB |
Pros: - Genuine Cherry MX switches - most other "bargain" brands have gone to knock-offs, including the folks at Das Keyboard and another popular brand for cheap mechanical keyboards with a "single price" - Great "minimalist" design with traditional-looking key caps. the new "single price brand" boards have this awful looking font as well as non-cherry switches - Braided cable - Beautify (and heavy) metal back plate - choice of all four major switches (the "single price brand" doesn't offer a "brown" version) - N-key rollover and 6-key rollover over USB - my old Model Ms are limited to 2-key rollover
Cons: - Detachable cable - would brefer a non-breakout cable with an adapter rather than separate cables. the connection looks sturdy but I've heard stories about broken connectors on the V1 version. I just don't see the need for a detachable cable, especially with an obsolete (mini-usb) connector - for some reason, I cannot get into the BIOS on my computer when this keyboard is connected via PS/2. it works fine when connected via USB, and my Model Ms with native PS/2 connectors also work. If anyone knows anything about this issue, let me know. It's a mystery, but I just leave the thing connected via USB. I don't need NKRO, i got by with 2KRO for a long time, so 6 is more than enough. - No blank option (like das keyboard ultimate) - no tenkeyless options
Overall Review: I collect mechanical keyboards. I like to snag old Model Ms off auction sites and from other folks who are "getting rid of old equipment". That's how I originally got bitten by the "mechanical" keyboard bug. These days I find I prefer keyboards with a Windows key, given that's the environment I spend most of my time. Originally I bought a Unicomp Model M, so I could have the best of both worlds. While the Unicomp was okay, the keys were really stiff (even compared to old model Ms) and it eventually died on me - no idea how it happened. So I decided to try some Cherry MX-based boards. My first one was a MX Blue from that "single price" brand, still have it and really like it. The click sound is a bit much, though, and more shrill than on Model Ms. Decided I wanted to try an MX brown board for home use, where I type and also game. I now have two MX blue boards (one in regular use) and this MX brown board, along with all my Model Ms. The Rosewill is my favorite keyboard of the bunch right now. It is just a joy to type on, great combination of features, genuine Cherry MX switches, fantastic minimalist design, and that red metal backplate is just one of the most satisfying, subtle detains I've ever seen. I'm tempted to buy more of these boards and put them on every computer I use regularly.