Can anyone recommend a wireless keyboard/mouse

[BenJMF]

I'm looking for a wireless keyboard/mouse for a conference room. The one we bought only has a range of about 3 feet. I've found some online that boast a 100' range but they are around $250. I really only need a range of about 15-20 feet.

 

[ArizonaGeek]

Any bluetooth wireless device should have a range of about 30 feet and have less interference than RF devices. The problem with having a range of 100 feet is anyone else using a wireless keyboard/mouse on the same frequency might have a problem. Most newer models can eliminate that but the problem can still exist. With bluetooth you wont have the problem.

Microsoft keyboard and mice are pretty nice (and with Vista offer some cool controls with them) and Logitech are nice as well. Just remember you get what you pay for.

Cheers
Rob

 

[BenJMF]

Thanks for the input. This computer doesn't have bluetooth so I can't go that route. The keyboard/mouse I have is the Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop 4000.

 

[wahnula]

I have been using Logitech DiNovo since they came out, they include a bluetooth receiver. I like them because they are compact, have double-sized Backspace and Delete keys (fits my ham-fisted typing style) and do not contain a number pad (dust collector for me). The first one I bought lost a little of the palm-rest coating, they sent out an entire new set without asking for the old ones back.

They have a new Edge rechargeable keyboard that looks great, but I can't justify the expense because the replacement is still in perfect condition. They both use laptop-style keys so make sure you try it out first.

Best of luck!

Tony

 

[NoCalAdmin]

I love my optical mouse wireless mouse & ergomonic keyboard Kenisigton makes..

Just get the comfort you want. All wireless combos will work.

Tom

 

[jlockley]

Working with Logitech, and apart from the cost of feeding it batteries on and on, it's much better than fighting chords.
Always keep a USB mouse in a drawer in case I forget to buy batteries.

I had pretty challenging issues installing several wireless sets with W2k before settling on Logitech, so I would buy from a store rather than on line (you can take them back more easily). (Every blue screen in the book).

 

[jlockley]

I take it back. Using Logitech LX500. After installing Palm sofware on a new machine I find the keyboard erratic, missing or doubling strokes. I have spoken with tech support, and they can't get behind it. This must be a conflict with palm (which ironically does not work on a 64 bit system anyway) but it's one of the players a wireless set has to contend with.

With this I would restress what I said before about buying at a store with instant return options.

 

[ArizonaGeek]

Microsoft keyboards claim the longest battery life. Well, according to the box thats what they say. But I use cheapy batteries and I can usually go about 2 to 3 months without replacing them. Which I think is pretty darn good, I got a box of 80 AA batteries for $10, these are REALLY cheap.

The bluetooth sets come with a receiver, I mean they should anyway. But like jlockley said use someplace with a return policy so if you aren't happy with it you can return it or exchange it.

Cheers
Rob

 

[JimInKS]

Just bought one of these Logitec Keyboard / Mouse combos from Newegg:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16823126180

I haven't installed it yet, but I did open the box last night.
It is very well built (probably too heavy if you want to carry it around), very thin, like a notebook keyboard.

Will be trying it on the projection system at our church. This is a pretty "noisy" electrical environment as we have several wireless microphones, wireless network, etc.
Will report back in a few days with the results.

 

[smah]

I'm using the MS Bluetooth Elite keyboard & mouse set in a conference room situation and have been very happy with them. USB receiver is included and battery life probably averages 4 months.