Microsoft Ergonomic Desktop

The Microsoft Ergonomic Desktop is comprised of a Microsoft Ergonomic Keyboard and Microsoft Ergonomic Mouse. The keyboard bears design similarities to the Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000, retaining the gull-wing design that orients keys at varying angles, from a maximum 14° tent in the middle to a traditional "flat" or 0° by the time the outer alpha keys are reached. The left and right key groups are also splayed slightly outward to encourage a nominally more neutral alignment of the wrists. An unusually deep 4" palm rest is permanently affixed to the keyboard. This palm rest offers improved cushioning and presents a deeper and flatter profile than that on the Natural 4000, helping to reduce wrist extension. However, unlike the pad on the Natural 4000, the surface of the palm pad on the Microsoft Ergonomic Keyboard is permeable. As a result it cannot be cleaned in the same manner as the leather-like pads on the Natural 4000.'

The minimum key height on this keyboard is 0.75" off the surface on which the keyboard is placed (1.75" on the keys in the middle of the keyboard). This elevation may require individuals to either raise their seats to accommodate the height of the keyboard or to use a keyboard tray to lower the keyboard into their lap. The keyboard also includes a detachable palm lift that can be used to raise the front to create negative slope intended to encourage better wrist alignment. Use of this lifter may require further adjustments of seat or keyboard tray height because it adds almost a full inch of elevation to the middle of the keyboard and increases the risk of a "pinch point" being created on the underside of the wrists.

The included Ergonomic Mouse from Microsoft is a basic medium-sized mouse designed for right-handed use. The contoured body provides a resting flange for the thumb to discourage the pinching action that many use when moving their mouse. The mouse is equipped with a clickable textured metal scroll wheel that features crisp detents. The two primary buttons offer the standard Right and Left clicks, with two additional thumb buttons for Back and Forward. Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center software facilitates custom programming of all buttons, scroll wheel functions, and DPI settings from 400 to 3200, with a default of 1400).
Please note that the size of the Ergonomic Mouse makes it suitable only for those with small to medium-sized hands.

Please Note: Those familiar with the earlier Microsoft Natural 4000 Ergonomic Keyboard may find that the key action on the Microsoft Ergonomic Keyboard is significantly different that what they have experienced in the past. While the Natural 4000 developed a reputation for its crisp and consistent key response, this successor fails in that regard. Key response is less distinct, requiring more sustained force, and varies at random across the keyboard, with even directly adjacent keys having noticeably different "feel". The bottom row of keys (CTRL-ALT-EMOJI KEY etc.) is approximately 300% higher force than the letter keys just above this row. Due to this variance across the keys serious touch typists may find themselves with dropped keystrokes or that they are required to exert greater levels of force in order to ensure consistent typing, potentially resulting in tissue fatigue and damage to the fingers and hands.

• Preset Fixed Splay: The keys are arranged with a limited preset degree of splay to help reduce ulnar deviation.
• Removable Riser (attaches below the palm supports): Elevates the front edge of the keyboard to create "negative inclination". (see notes in Usage Tips)
  NOTE: The palm support itself is NOT removable.
• Visual Indicators: Indicator lights for Caps Lock, Num Lock, and Scroll Lock are integrated into the upper right corner of these keys. Indicator status can be managed using the Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center APP for Windows 10.
• Fixed Palm Supports: The Microsoft Ergonomic Keyboard incorporates a fairly deep (4" at the center) lightly padded and almost-level palm support. The almost-flat design is an improvement as it reduces the potential for Wrist Extension.
  Note: However, for those who might have experience with the earlier Natural Ergo 4000 keyboard there are a couple of key differences that need to be noted.
  
  1. This palm support is about 0.75" Deeper than that on the Natural 4000, which means that the keys themselves will be 0.75" further away. Those of smaller stature or who have shorter forearms may find this to be a concern.
  2. The cushioned support on the Microsoft Ergonomic Keyboard, while actually having a higher degree of cushioning and actually being more comfortable than that on the Natural Ergo 4000, is of a permeable material that will over time absorb skin oils or anything else that comes in contact with it. This is in contrast with the palm support on the Natural Ergo 4000 that was of a leather-like material that could be quite easily cleaned.
• Web, Search, Email, Favourite Programs, Calculator & Multi-Media Controls: The top of the keyboard includes one-touch keys to give quick access to common functions. Actions can be customized using the Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center APP for Windows 10.
• Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center APP: The downloadable APP can be installed in Windows 10 to let individuals customize the actions activated by the upper one-touch keys and mouse buttons as well as to adjust the mouse DPI setting.
• Dedicated "Emoji" Key: For those who want to express themselves visually there is a dedicated Emoji key that brings up the Windows 10 Emoji Interface.
• High Performance Sensor: The included Microsoft Ergonomic Mouse is equipped with an adjustable sensor that can read from 400 - 3200 DPI.
• Textured Metal Scroll Wheel: Crisp detents on the scroll wheel offer superior tactile feedback.
• Thumb Flange: A flange incorporated into the mouse lifts the thumb free of the mousing surface so it can move freely with the mouse. This encourages individuals to move the mouse with the arm and hand rather than pinching it between the thumb and pinkie or ring fingers.

• Keyboard Specs:
  Width: 19.2" (48.8 cm)
  Depth (front-to-back): 10.3" (26.2 cm)
  Height: Keyboard - 2.2" (6.4) cm)
  Keyboard with Riser Installed - 3.0" (7.6 cm)
  Weight: 36.0 oz (1.02 kg)
  Cable Length: 70" (180 cm)
  Interface: USB 2.0, Type-A
  Keyswitch Type: Membrane
  Hot Key Functions: Favorite keys (1/2/3), media keys (Mute/Vol+/Vol-/Music/Previous Track, Play/Pause/Next Track), Calculator, Snipping, TaskView, SysLock, Search. Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center APP Customizable features: Favorite keys reassignment; media keys reassignment; LED indicator management (NumLk, Caps Lk, ScrollLk); Enable/Disable Application key; Emoji key reassignment (can only be assigned to Application key)
  Compatibility: WINDOWS 10. Limited compatibility: WINDOWS 7, 8.1 (Office and Emoji keys have no function)
  Colour: Black
• Mouse Specs:
  Width: 3.0" (7.6 cm)
  Depth (front to back): 4.6" (11.8 cm)
  Height: 1.7" (4.2 cm)
  Weight:

  • Mouse Only: 2.65 oz (75 grams)
  • Mouse & Cord: 3.67 oz (104 grams)

  Interface: USB
  Optical Resolution: 400 - 3200 DPI (Microsoft BlueTrack)
  Tracking Speed: Up to 30 inches per second
  Scroll wheel: Knurled Metal Scroll wheel with crisp detents.
  Number of buttons: 5
  Default button functions:

  • Left button: Left click
  • Right button: Right click
  • Scroll wheel: Middle click
  • Front button on side of mouse: Page forward
  • Rear button on side of mouse: Page backward

  
  Drivers: Optional "Mouse and Keyboard Centre Software" accommodates customization of all button functions as well as sensor DPI settings.
  Compatibility: Microsoft Windows 11 Home/Pro / 10 / 8.1 /7 (*Compatible with Windows 11 Home/Pro and Windows 10 with latest updates.
  
  
• Warranty: 1 Year - Manufacturer direct only. Please call 1-800-360-7561 for all warranty inquiries.
• Package Contents: Microsoft Ergonomic Keyboard, Keyboard Riser, Microsoft Ergonomic Mouse, Documentation Guide