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Lenovo - ThinkPad Compact USB Keyboard with TrackPoint - US English - Cable Connectivity - USB Interface - English (US) - Black
Average customer rating
4.2
(202 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 202 reviews
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87%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Lenovo - ThinkPad Compact USB Keyboard with TrackPoint - US English - Cable Connectivity - USB Interface - English (US) - Black
Posted by: hm4219
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] ThinkPad Wired USB Keyboard with TrackPoint
The keyboard overall has an ok build, being able to withstand normal daily typing tasks such as writing essays or surfing the web. It does have some keyboard flex near the middle of the board, but it is slightly mitigated when using the feet built into the bottom of the keyboard. The trackpoint is nice, and is the main reason I bought the keyboard. Under linux, one can use xinput to adjust sensitivity, but do note that the device shows up twice under the same name under the devices list, thus one will need to check which device id actually corresponds to the pointing cursor. The three buttons are similar to those found on older models of Thinkpads, such as the X1 Yoga from 2016. On my model, it seems the left button is stickier than the right button and won't press down as deep, but it still functions well. The key travel is much deeper than modern Thinkpads, and typing on this keyboard felt very much better than that on a P16s. It also doesn't seem to get as shiny from usage as modern keyboards, which is pretty nice. The lack of lights can be a major con, however, especially on the caps lock key. If using GNOME on linux, an extension can be installed to visually show the status of caps lock, and that is what I use now. Another complaint is that the included USB cable does not fit tightly into the port on the keyboard, but this was resolved by using the usb cord from a logitech mouse.
Overall it is a very nice keyboard that retains the Thinkpad feel and trackpoint usability. There are some flaws such as lack of lighting or flex, but it works well enough for daily usage.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: M McFee
from Massachusetts
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is my go-to keyboard for my rack and for plugging into machines or SBCs that run headless.
This is my second one. I'd like to see more strain relief on the USB port, but I'm still super-happy with these things.
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Posted by: SteveGx
from AZ
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Replaced a much loved SK-8855 which sadly they don't make anymore. The keys feel nice and you can't beat that nubbin for accurate navigation.
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Posted by: TPAN
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love the little mouse stick thing in the keyboard. Makes it convenient when you don't want to use a mouse. Keyboard is compact and feels nice typing.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: Ace McNasty
from Los Angeles
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Honestly this keyboard is not for everyone. But i feel like it was made specifically for me. I love the feel, the not so loud keys, the track pad and i wish i had gotten the bluetooth one. Totally wouldve been worth it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from lenovo.comBy Adrian_Lenovo, Customer Service, August 4, 2022
Lenovo appreciates all feedback and thank you for taking the time to rate and review our product! We want our customers to have a superb experience as you help us to continually evaluate our current products and services, and if necessary, change to meet your needs better.
Very Respectfully,
Adrian_Lenovo
Very Respectfully,
Adrian_Lenovo
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Posted by: Carl80304
from Boulder CO
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] nice key feel, the trackpoint is great, and a surprisingly useful layout given the compact size. Would be even better if the supplied cable connected at a right-angle instead of straight back
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: Dale McAtee
from Cupertino, CA
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is the latest of several TrackPoint keyboards I have owned. I have the original 104 key and SpaceSaver keyboards from IBM as well as a UltraNav low profile one that also includes a touchpad. This is perhaps the best of the lot, primarily due to the better key mechanisms that are nearly identical to that on my X1 Tablet. I would have given it 5 stars had it had a backlight option like my laptop and the TrackPoint cap been a bit higher/ not as flush with the rest of the keyboard. Great size overall, not cramped at all. It was plug and play on my (non-Lenovo) Windows 10 workstation. Not long after it installed, I received a pop-up to install an enhanced keyboard driver, which seems to work well. The volume up/down keys work on the desktop PC just like it does on my X1 laptop.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: Xinming
from Saint Louis, MO
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Things can be improved: 1. Add backlight; 2. Use usb-c on the keyboard.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from lenovo.comBy Poornima _Lenovo, Customer Service, September 7, 2023
Thanks for reaching us, we really appreciate your feedback! We are always trying to improve our Lenovo product to provide you with a better experience. We will be sure to pass your suggestion onto our concern team for their consideration as we move forward.
Thanks again.
Sincerely,
Poornima_Lenovo
Thanks again.
Sincerely,
Poornima_Lenovo
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