Product Description
The Alienware RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - AW410K - is an allround gaming keyboard that blends function and immersiveness while still offering industry leading components in an iconic design. Incorporating Cherry® MX keys in a floating key architecture with anti-ghosting and on-board memory, this keyboard is designed for responsive, immersive gaming in a compact form factor. Gamers can now enjoy greater precision thanks to industry leading Cherry® MX Brown keys which combine tactile feedback and quiet-click keys with a low actuation force. They can also fully customize their setup and get the most immersive gaming experience with the AlienFX per-key RGB lighting, choosing from approximately 16.8m colors for a fully bespoke gaming experience. Designed for personalization, this gaming keyboard features fully programmable keys for macros and key assignments, while dedicated audio controls allow for quick and accurate adjustments to be made. The Alienware RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard is also ergonomically designed with 3 height adjustment settings for greater comfort.
Dimension
Product Height : 1.4 inches
Product Width :18.39 inches
Product Depth :6.14 inches
Product Weight :2.23 ounces
Features
Cherry MX Brown Switches With industry-leading Cherry MX Brown switches combines tactile feedback, quiet click keys and comfort for fast and precise actuation, which makes this a popular keyboard for both gaming & typing.
AlienFX RGB lighting Get the most immersive gaming experience with customizable per-key AlienFX RGB lighting offering approximately 16.8 million colors.
Built to Last Durable switches with up to 100 million keystrokes lifespan.
Programmable Keys Fully programmable keys with on-board memory let you customize & set your macros and keys to your preference.
Ergonimc Design Ergonomically designed with 3 height adjustment settings to let you type/game comfortably
Floating Keys Floating keys with the switches mounted directly on the metal top plate make it easy to clean
Anti-Ghosting and NKRO 100% anti-ghosting with N-Key Rollover (NKRO) keeps the keyboard from freezing up during intense gaming sessions.
USB passthrough Integrated USB passthrough lets you plug in your gear (mouse, headset or to charge your phone) easily & conveniently without having to go through your PC
Dedicated Media Control Keys Make it easy to adjust your audio with accuracy: Volume and Mute, Play/Pause, Stop, Backward, Skip Backward, Skip Forward buttons
Alienware Command Center Download Alienware Command Center to customize and program keys and lighting
Other Features and Specs 2 meter Nylon braided data cable, 1,000HZ polling rate, 5,000 series aluminum construction
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What's Included
Alienware AW410K Wired Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
Owner's manual
Reviews
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Great Design, let the (Linux) buyer beware
Very well designed from a hardware standpoint. Easier to keep clean than other mechanical keyboards I've owned. Where I had to take off a star is 1) key-caps had ink residue inside, so some out-of-the-box TLC is recommended, if you don't want repeated key presses 2) as of this writing, no way to control RGB LED's on Linux, even when using openRGB still a great keyboard, but I recommend cleaning before use, and to my fellow Linux users, don't buy this if back lighting color is important to you. However, if, like me, you're willing to accept that one missing feature for a keyboard that is excellent in every other way, this is for you To Dell and Alienware: give us drivers!
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Alienware delivers a stellar keyboard.
Upon receiving the keyboard the packaging was what I would call standard for Alienware brand: stylish & practical, however, once I started unboxing I quickly noticed that quite a few of the keys were detached and floating around the plastics covering the keyboard itself. As most other reviewers have said, it is not functionally impacting, it just appears the keys are easier to remove then some people would expect. No big deal really. Once out of the box and keys reattached I hooked up the dual USB connections to my PC, one thing I should mention is this braided cord is much more flexible than my other gaming keyboards, making it easier to manage with the other cords on the desktop. Without downloading the Alienware Command Center app, you can manage getting through some of the preset color schemes, although the default static color is that Alienware “blue”. Using the Fn key you can change to a few different dynamic backlit effects, the first few are somewhat standard, however there is one that I thought was cool where the keys are unlit until you press them and they do this slow burn to fade effect. These things being said, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND installing the AWCC app if you do not already have it. This is where you get full customization of the keyboard you just spent $130 on. In the app you’ll find tons of different ways to customize your color scheming, especially for those that like to really create something unique. You can specify key groups, individual keys or just the whole keyboard and change their color or how they react to key strokes. There is also more options for keyboard effects, I personally found the “SCAN” effect to be my favorite. Really cool stuff! In the AWCC app you will also find the Macro customization’s, for me I do not use this too much in games (not as hardcore as I used to be) but I do like to use macro’s with everyday productivity things. Overall, standard macro setup, create the sequence, store in library, assign to key, etc. etc. Once you’ve created macro’s and color scheme’s you can save the theme - you can also assign a theme to a specific game so it will load up automagically when you load the game. Last but certainly not least, the physical feel and layout of the keyboard. Overall, a very small footprint on my desk, which has some advantage’s but not without some sacrifice. The keyboard is lighter but still feels sturdy to me, key strokes are excellent and without having a wrist pillow I can comfortably use it for a couple hours at a time (though I would recommend a wrist pillow for ergonomic reasons). The two adjustable stands actually have two stands within them, so you have two option for height without having to change any feet out or anything, well played Alienware! Now the only negative’s I see with this keyboard are the lack of dedicated keys or buttons to change color schemes that my other keyboard has, not a deal breaker but I got used to that option and miss it in this product. You’ll have to use the Fn and function keys to change schemes if you don’t setup the theme in the AWCC app. The only other thing I would have liked is a roll bar for volume instead of the typical volume up and down keys. To be honest I think all keyboards should have them as it is much faster and controllable when gaming. Again, I see these as negatives mostly because I am used to having those functions, but if you don’t already have them you won’t miss them! Overall, the AW410K is an outstanding keyboard in a market flooded with competition, it’s customization’s and easy to use AWCC app help set it apart from the rest. I highly recommend this product, you will not regret this purchase!
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Fantastic product
Flawless craftsmanship. I purchased this to use in my home office. Exceeds expectations! #alienware
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Super SMOOTH
A mechanical keyboard is something new to me and I am really liking it. I can't believe the difference in feel, the responsiveness is absolutely amazing and each key feels unbelievable. The aesthetics are really sleek & modern, completely changing the look of my setup. I have many HUE lights and can now have my computer blend in with the customizable lighting of this keyboard, the included software let's gives you plentiful options with colors, patterns and key setup. I love this thing!
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Alien rocks
Perfect keyboard for my PC. Love the way it lights up helps a lot at night.
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Good keyboard for the money (not just for gaming)!
Needed a reasonably priced keyboard with physical keys (not necessarily for gaming). This fit the bill nicely.
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Cool gaming keyboard
Bought as a gift for my son for Christmas. He is into gaming and is very happy with this keyboard.
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Fun keybaord
Easy to use. Very stylish. Just plug in and ready to use.
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Smaller footprint typomatic RBG underlit keyboard.
Alienware - AW410K Wired Mechanical CHERRY MX Brown Switches Gaming Keyboard with RGB Back Lighting Summary: Smaller footprint typomatic RBG underlit keyboard. Pros: * Small footprint. If you're looking to save space, this keyboard will help free up a few square inches. * Easily removable keycaps. Almost too easy, a few had fallen off in the box. This makes cleaning and replacement easy. If you have a few loose, don't fret! Just plop them back on. * Underlighting of the individual keys is nice. It provides a feeling of floating keys. * Keycaps easy removable notwithstanding, the keyboard base is substantial and feels well made. * Two prong USB cable and an extra USB port on the keyboard. This makes connecting accessories really easy. Think phones, headsets, or whatever works. * High quality braided cables. These are similar to the braiding on my existing keyboard and they wear extremely well. Cons: * No macro keys. I own the AW768 and one thing I have wrestled with is the macro keys. On the one hand, for some games they are fantastic. On the other hand, I often press them when I don't mean to in contexts that aren't helpful. I thought I wouldn't miss them with this new AW410K. I was wrong. * Volume control is there, but it feels an afterthought particularly coming from the wheel of the AW768. Use: I got this unit to replace my well-worn AW768 that was damaged in a move. This new AW410K is a fantastic keyboard, I just think it might be too small of a form factor for me. Still, every new piece of hardware requires an acclimation period, so I'm still holding out hope. Note: If you have bigger hands, like macro keys, enjoy being able to power off the LEDs altogether, you might consider a different keyboard like the AW768. This keyboard saves space and replaces most functions of my previous keyboard and provides an extra USB port. For these reasons, I would recommend it. But consider your use and ergonomics, as well.
