Customer Reviews

Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop 5000

5 star:		(6)
4 star:		(4)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(2)

 

 

I bought this and it worked very well at first. I got it for school work, technical major, and gaming. The mouse is excellent. However after a couple months of use a problem with the keyboard developed. When you hold down the keys the repeat will cease functioning randomly and you have to repress the key. Since it does not take long for this to happen sometimes (maybe a second or so) it becomes very annoying in gaming. This is probably a rare problem but I have read of it happening to other people. I just thought I'd put out a general warning.

Both handle really well. The built in magnifier was a plus, but the way that the mouse handles and feels is the feature that really has me hooked. It's really comfortable to use if you are on the computer for long periods of time-your hand doesn't cramp up. Of all the mice & keyboards that I've used, I'd have to say that this set is the best.

As another reviewer mentioned, the keys sometimes stop repeating when you're holding them down. This is really annoying when playing a game or navigating with the arrow keys.

The mouse is superb, though, and the other aspects of the keyboard are great. I would give it five stars if it weren't for the repeat problem.

I Really like this setup. I looked at the 6000 and the mouse just did not feel right since I am used to the explorer mouse.The side buttons on the 6000 seem like they are hard to reach with your thumb.If you liked the older explorer style wireless mouse you will like this.I also had the MS internet keyboard Pro and this keyboard has a lot more features.
Buttons were real easy to setup for different program favorites.
I am happy.

I find the keyboard to use batteries at a very fast pace and the response is slow to almost unresponsive at times even with brand new batteries and close to the recieving unit. The mouse seems to work fine 95% of the time.

Used for two days, and like everyone said.. Keyboard has a repeat problem eventhough the reciever is RIGHT near it, with brand new batteries. The mouse feels not so comfy and middle button clicking is very hard.

I've used the same mouse before, but I did not know it was this exact mouse, untill I bought it. Horrific mouse, and keyboard doesn't work when typing fast. Read other online reviews from other place than Amazon to see its unusefulness.

I've stopped using after 2 days. Keyboard problem exists when using USB or P2 port. Mouse has its engineering problem.

Every couple of days the keyboard experiences problems while typing. I'll be able to type a few characters and then it won't register anymore keys for a few seconds. It's like the software is locked up. Then it goes away after a few minutes and everything is fine. So frustrating I'm going out to buy a new keyboard today. It's not a computer problem because I installed it on brand new dell laptop. There is also something else that is weird. The software says there is a week connection and it's been that way since day 1. New batteries, reciever right next to mouse and keyboard, etc. No luck.

This works fine, but I have it in my bedroom where I stay up late to work while my wife is asleep. This is where it's a disaster....I don't see why laptop keyboards can be so quiet, yet this thing sounds like a typewriter when I'm typing. Can't use it at night...Sux... It's a shame because all the other functions work well.

I bought my wife this desktop/mouse combo. She loves it, although I'm pretty sure I wouldn't want to keep it.

Pros:
- Keyboard is ergonomic and just the right size, mouse has a nice shape and plenty of buttons
- Bluetooth has so far worked flawlessly, even when I pair my phone to a hands-free device in the same room

Cons:
- Definite lag between what you do on the keyboard and mouse, and when it responds
- Mouse pointer "vibrates" a tad. Very difficult to do precise movements with the mouse.

I would not recommend this mouse for anyone who does lots of precision PowerPoint or Excel, or anything at all related to CAD or gaming that requires fast and accurate reactions. If you're not one of those people, then this is an excellently priced, fully functional combo. If you are, I suggest you look elsewhere.

I am very pleased with this keyboard. It is better than I hoped. It did take a while to get us to the curved keys, but once I did it was fine. I like the soft part on the front of the keyboard to rest your hands. The mouse is also very comfortable to use. I've had no problems with the mouse and keyboard and am very pleased with the purchase.