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Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600, Black

Name: Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600, Black
Brand: Microsoft
SKU: B001UJV8II

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Bottom line: The Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600: Wired USB connection: no batteries, no pairing, no wireless dropouts; main trade-off: wired-only design means cable clutter and a fixed reach from the PC.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Wired USB connection: no batteries, no pairing, no wireless dropouts
✓ Plug-and-play — works instantly on Windows, no driver install
✓ Microsoft-built for broad Windows compatibility
✓ Understated black finish blends into any office or home desk

Cons

✗ Wired-only design means cable clutter and a fixed reach from the PC
✗ No Bluetooth or 2.4GHz wireless mode for cable-free desks
✗ Membrane-style key feel, not mechanical switches
✗ Utilitarian layout — no backlight, macros, or gaming extras

Manufacturer description

About this item ANB-00007 › See more product details

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the gaming peripherals category. Microsoft's gaming peripherals lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for gaming peripherals of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

ANB-00007

Full Specifications

ASIN	B001UJV8II
Brand	Microsoft
Color	Black
Style	Modern
Item Weight	1.74 pounds
Manufacturer	Microsoft
Model Number	ANB-00007
Special Feature	Spill Proof
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Item model number	ANB-00007
Number of Buttons	78
Compatible Devices	PC
Product Dimensions	7.87 x 7.87 x 7.87 inches
Included Components	1 product
Date First Available	August 7, 2012
Keyboard Description	USB
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Global Trade Identification Number	00882224741651

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