Customer Reviews:
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 Pleased with keyboard and mouse September 6, 2010
Sisafus (Vail, AZ)
Overall, I am very pleased with this keyboard and mouse package. The mouse has a nice weighted feel to it, and I am a big fan of the rapid scrolling feature. Some people panned the mouse because to switch between the hyper scrolling and fixed scrolling, you have to click a switch on the bottom of the mouse. I did not find this problematic because I keep it on the hyper scrolling feature at all times. Even when set on the rapid scroll setting, the mouse is still capable of small finite movements, so I don't see a need to switch back and forth. The mouse sits comfortably in my hand, and the right/left and forward/backward buttons all seem to fall readily into place with my hand on the mouse.
As much as I liked the mouse, I am even more impressed with the keyboard. As other reviewers have noted, it is an acquired typing feel. All of the keys have a slight indentation, but I like the tactile feel of the keyboard. I would definitely recommend typing on the keyboard at a local retailer to see if it suits your particular tastes. Compared to the wireless keyboard that I was using that came with my computer, this thing is amazingly quiet. My other keyboard "clacked, clacked, clacked" away with every keystroke. The LCD status, as others have noted, is quite dim, but I don't consider that a major con. It is, after all, a wireless keyboard and you can simply pull the keyboard closer to you if you're curious about the status of the batteries. The hot keys are all easily set and function seamlessly. As far as wireless capability is concerned, I have not run into any issues, but I don't sit far away from the computer tower.
In short, I am very satisfied with this combination and would recommend it, with the caveat that you try typing on the keyboard prior to purchase to see if your okay with the indented keys and the way they respond when typing.
 Works with Linux, decent keyboard, poor mouse September 3, 2010
Bone (Florida)
I was a little concerned this would require special drivers as it only mentions windows support, but I thought I'd give it a try. I pulled the battery separators from each device, plugged the little USB dongle in a spare USB port, both devices worked first time on a running system, no sync dance required. I didn't even have to restart X. Marvelous!
This is replacing a logitech LX710 set, which has a ridiculous appetite for batteries. I'll update this when I have to replace my first set.
The mouse in this MK700 pack is awful compared to the one from the 710. This one feels very cheap indeed. The scroll wheel feels like the first ones we got over a decade ago, even in "fast scroll" mode (the ratchet is disabled so you can spin it), this feels like garbage because it wobbles side to side - the wheel/spindle is so loose. Although I'm not a lefty, I do prefer the mouse to be in my left hand so I can write with my right and use the mouse at the same time.
Left-handed users might want to look elsewhere, although the mouse doesn't feel weird in a left hand, the mouse page back/forward buttons are on the side and your hand will accidentally trigger them a lot! I'll be replacing this mouse as soon as I find which works with this USB receiver.
It's nice having the dongle at the PC, compared to the LX710's sensor which was on a cable sitting on the desk, making it one less thing for the cats to get tangled up in.
The bottom of the keyboard has rubber feet, which work well to ensure it doesn't slide around easily. This is a little irritating for me, because I prefer moving the keyboard into position with a pinky, rather than ensuring my hands are coming to where the keyboard wants them. Others may prefer the non-slip usage. There are two levels of inclination too, which is nicer than what I had before.
If the mouse didn't feel so nasty, I'd consider this a 5* product. Super-fast delivery too, I ordered it in the evening and had it the next morning with standard shipping :D
 Mouse was DOA out of the box. August 30, 2010
Scooter
I decided to go against my usual Microsoft products and try this combo because of the reviews and price.
1. The mouse was DOA out of the box
2. The keyboard was all scuffed up like it has been used already.
3. Non Toll Free Tech Support
4. Need to send the unit back before they ship a replacement.
I've worked in IT for over 10 years so I yes I've tried the usual, swapping batteries, installing latest SetPoint software for my product and using their reconnect utility.
Who knows maybe it got dinged around in shipping? I know you can get lemons with anything you purchase, that is why I gave it two stars instead of one.
I do like the looks (it is stylish), feel and I'm sure the functionality will good when I get one that works.
On a positive note, Logitech tech support and picked up right away (after navigating a few phone trees. The person was knowledgeable and easy to understands.
Did I mention I like the feel of the mouse? If the replacement proves to be good I'm thinking about getting my son one for his gaming rig...I'm sure the extra buttons by the thumb and index finger will come in handy.
Great Keyboard, Decent Mouse August 25, 2010
B. Davenport (Bellingham, WA)
I love the keyboard. It works perfectly wherever I am in the room. The mouse, on the other hand, is not so great. I'm not sure if it's the wireless connection or some issue with the mouse not working well on a certain surface, but on my wood desk it has been rather finicky and sometimes chooses to work and at other times chooses to "lag". I think that's a wireless problem. Keep in mind my computer is less than 6 feet away from the mouse when I'm experiencing these difficulties, but the USB slot is on the far side of my aluminum computer which could (?) be causing the issues.
Regardless, it's a wonderful set for the price I got it at, but I wouldn't spend more than thirty bones on it if I were you.
Good keyboard, poor mouse August 25, 2010
Julien Pierre (Santa Clara, California)
I just moved to a new larger place. My old wireless keyboard/mouse combo no longer had the required range for my home theater room.
So, I bought this MK700 set.
Plus :
The wireless range is very good.
The response of the keyboard and mouse are good.
It uses widely available batteries, not proprietary.
Minus :
The mouse is very unergonomic. It's almost impossible to avoid touching the "search" button accidentally.
It's also impossible to use with the left-hand. The mouse is only designed for the right hand.
These problems with the mouse caused me to return the set.
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