Microsoft's Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000 for Business is designed to help you work more efficiently with your computer and type more comfortably over the course of the day. This ergonomic keyboard features a split-design and curved keys, so that your hands, wrists, and forearms sit in a more comfortable, relaxing position as you work. The keyboard also features an integrated palm rest for even more comfort.
In terms of functionality, the keyboard has multimedia* keys, email and Internet hot keys, as well as "Taskbar Favorites" keys. All of these keys are intended to allow you faster, more direct access to functions relating to multimedia, email, or commonly used applications. Plus, five of the keyboard's hot keys are customizable. Beyond these features, Microsoft has included a Zoom Slider and an improved numberpad. Also, the "F" keys at the top of the keyboard can be locked to avoid engaging them unintentionally. Compatible with your Mac or Windows computer, this keyboard connects to your computer via USB and is a sure winner.
Note! *Note: Multimedia Hot Keys are supported for use with: Windows-based PC: Versions of Microsoft CD Player, Microsoft Deluxe CD, Windows Media Player, and certain versions of other popular media players and browsers
| Interface | USB |
| Enhanced Function Keys |
Media Keys: Mute, Volume up, Volume Down Enhanced Function: Help, Undo, Redo, New, Open, Close, Reply, Forward, Send, Spell, Save, and Print |
| Ergonomic | Yes |
| Power Requirements | Bus-Powered |
| Environmental Requirements |
Storage Temperature: -40° to 140°F / -40° to 60°C Humidity: 5% to 65% relative humidity (non-condensing) Operating Temperature: 32° to 95°F / 0° to 35°C Humidity: 5% to 80% Relative Humidity (non-condensing) |
| System Requirements |
For a Microsoft Windows-based Computer: • Windows 7, Windows Vista, or Windows XP (excluding Windows XP 64-bit) • 100 MB of available hard disk space • USB port • CD drive • Microsoft IntelliType Pro software version 7.0 For a Macintosh-based Computer: • Macintosh Mac OS X versions 10.4x - 10.6x • 30 MB of available hard disk space (install 30 MB) • USB port • CD drive • Microsoft IntelliType Pro for Mac software version 7.0. Users of Mac OS X v10.2 must install IntelliType Pro for Mac software before connecting the hardware Note: Multimedia Hot Keys are supported for use with: Windows-based PC: Versions of Microsoft CD Player, Microsoft Deluxe CD, Windows Media Player, and certain versions of other popular media players and browsers |
| Dimensions (L x W x D) | Keyboard: 19.8 x 10.3 x 3.26" / 50.3 x 26.2 x 8.28cm |
| Weight | Keyboard: 45.9 oz / 1.3kg |