Logitech Wireless Desktop MK 300

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Logitech Wireless Desktop MK 300
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Product Description

For an easy and reliable way to "go cordless" without sacrificing features, the Logitech Wireless Desktop MK300 offers a contemporary keyboard and mouse combination for your home desk. It features one-touch access controls for media and applications; extended battery life; and wireless technology that connects right out of the box--all in a sleek design.

Product Details

• One-touch access controls to music, video, email and application switching (with the included software)
• Programmable F-keys
• Intelligent power management with automatic sleep mode, on/off switch, and a battery status indicator
• 1200 dpi optical mouse makes tracking smoother and more responsive than standard optical mice
• Easy-to-setup wireless technology

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Packed with features

Review Date: July 24, 2009

Reviewer: Noname,

OUT OF THE BOX I own a Logitech C-BK16A Dual wireless keyboard and mouse. My first impression of the Logitech MK 300 is that the keys are full size; but the keyboard is thinner, lightweight and shorter in length and width. There are some tabs in the back we can open to prop the keyboard at an angle. The receiver is small and bent to rest inconspicuously on the desktop tower out of my way. A direct line of sight is not necessary for the keyboard and mouse to work -- huge improvement over the Dual, which means I have a less cluttered desktop. MK 300 is advertised as spill resistant, but I hesitate to test that claim. SOFTWARE Although the keyboard and mouse work right out of the box, I need to install the software to adjust the sensitivity of the mouse and flip the function of the mouse buttons. I couldn't do that from the Vista mouse control screen. The software is also necessary to control the function button assignments and the hotkey assignments. The Logitech software has a keyboard encryption feature. I never really thought about that before, but now my keyboard is secure from the prying eyes of other computers. KEYBOARD The hotkeys give one touch control to the keyboard. At the touch of a button, I can download email or launch my browser or Google something. While programming the hotkeys and function keys, I notice the calculator. I always need a calculator when working on my computer. I press it and one pops up immediately on the screen. Also available is the PC power button. Push that and the FN key and the computer goes quickly to sleep. Do it again, and it wakes up. The keys respond well to typing. Logitech advertises a quieter experience. I can still hear myself typing and banging the space bar, although it is more muffled compared to the Dual. I wouldn't pay that much attention to this normally, except that it was on the box and it made me take notice. One thing I miss is MK 300 lacks a volume dial, a function available on my Dual keyboard. Volume is instead controlled by the hotkeys. MOUSE The mouse is where this package shines. It is lightweight, fits in both my left and right hands comfortably, slides along the desk smoothly. As for responsiveness, I didn't know responsiveness could be any better until I tried this mouse. The mouse glides like it's on butter and the cursor flows right with it. It is a little difficult for me to highlight material that requires scrolling. The pointer is extremely sensitive and I find myself scrolling and highlighting an entire page. Moving the mouse back the other direction will have me overshoot my starting point. I haven't found a way to make the scrolling while highlighting less sensitive. My workaround is to zoom out, so that I don't need to scroll. Zooming in and out is made easy on this system. Just press the CTRL key and roll the wheel on the mouse. Whatever page I'm viewing, whether website or document, is instantly enlarged. Of course, the wheel and buttons on the mouse are also customizable via the Logitech software. PROS: + customizable one touch control of many computer functions + advertised to be spill-resistant + receiver can be hidden, doesn't require a direct line of sight to the keyboard + no wires to get in the way + stroke encryption feature + mouse glides smoothly and is more responsive than any other mouse I've ever used + zooming is quick and easy + keys are full size but keyboard is more compact and lightweight + graphic intensive manual is easy to follow + comes with a 5 year warranty CONS - no volume control dial, must use hotkey - highlighting material that requires scrolling is difficult - need to install software (compatible with Vista and XP) for full functionality SUMMARY Not all keyboards are created equal. I spend a lot of time on my keyboard and I do appreciate many of the subtle improvements: no cords to get in the way, no unsightly receivers, quick access to a calculator, quick and easy zoom, a secured keyboard, smooth mouse control. It's an excellent package, the best wireless keyboard and mouse I've ever owned.

A solid value at an attractive price

Review Date: July 23, 2009

Reviewer: esanta, San Jose, CA USA

The MK300 is Logitech's entry-level model of wireless desktop keyboard/mouse combos. Receiver --------- Instead of the USB stick that is so common these days, the receiver is a small black curved plastic piece designed to sit on a desktop. It features a "connect" button which lets you pair it with the mouse and keyboard. It comes with a few feet of USB cable. Mouse ------ The mouse is average in size and features two buttons and a scroll wheel. An on-off switch underneath allows saving battery life when not in use. The top slides open to reveal the two AA batteries. The mouse can function with only one of the batteries installed. There's not much to be said about it since it's such an ordinary mouse with basic features -- not that it's a bad thing, mind you. Everything works as expected, it's well balanced and tracks well. Keyboard -------- The keyboard takes two AAA batteries. It is lightweight, almost flimsy, however this does not translate at all in the typing: this is a solid keyboard designed to withstand serious typing. The extra features are reduced to a minimum: the function keys are double-labeled with some blue print and there is an extra row of keys at the top of the keyboard for volume control and application launching. Some of the features can only be used via the Logitech software, which is Windows-only, but it's perfectly usable on a Mac or Linux as long as you don't mind not having access to the proprietary features. Conclusion --------- The MK300 is an inexpensive cordless set from the reference keyboard and mouse manufacturer. It does not come with any fancy features, but it excels at what it does. If you need a basic cordless desktop set, save yourself the grief and avoid the lousy no-name sets one finds in discount stores and opt for this one instead. You won't regret it.

Great keyboard/mouse combo for the price

Review Date: July 28, 2009

Reviewer: Lincoln Gergar, herenow

$40.00 can't buy you much in electronics anymore. So when Logitech released a sub-$40.00 wireless desktop keyboard and mouse combo kit, I thought it would be a great time to upgrade. I have been using a 2 year old Logitech Cordless Desktop LX 710 Laser keyboard and mouse combo kit. I purchased the LX 710 because of the high reviews and one in particular which said that this women types for 8 hours a day and hasn't found a better keyboard than this. I was sold! After 2 years, I must agree that the LX 710 was a great keyboard. But keys wear out and gunk collects. I didn't have the desire to spend $80 on another keyboard and mouse. Seeing the new MK 300 for sale on Amazon I decided to try it out. Worst case, I could return it. Turns out that the MK 300 has a similar key design to the LX 710. Thin keys, quick response, and a clean look made me a happy shopper. I don't like bulky keys that require effort to push down or make loud 'click' sounds. I like a nimble keyboard and the MK 300 hit the spot. The best part is the low $40.00 cost. After upgrading to a laser mouse 2 years ago, I didn't notice much difference compared to the standard infrared design of the MK 300. Experts claim that the laser sensor is more accurate, however I didn't notice a difference. And I do Photoshop work daily. In my opinion, the inclusion of the USB sensor extension cable makes all the difference - a must have! At the end of the day, I had a great keyboard and mouse for only $40.

Excellent basic wireless keyboard and mouse

Review Date: July 21, 2009

Reviewer: L. Kornblum, Tempe, Arizona

I have been using the Logitech Cordless Desktop Wave Set for my desktop computer for a year and think it's the best keyboard and mouse I've ever used. I tried this MK 300 with my Toshiba Satellite laptop (running 32-bit Vista) and am very impressed. I unpacked the box, plugged the receiver into my laptop's USB port, and the MK 300's mouse and keyboard worked immediately. When I installed the Setpoint software from the CD-ROM and rebooted the laptop, all the function keys worked beautifully to bring up the various Microsoft Office programs, Windows search, Windows functions (save, undo, redo), and so forth. The USB receiver is larger than the Wave's, and the keyboard and mouse are much more compact. The mouse lacks the convenience buttons on either side that navigate forward and backward in Web pages, and the keyboard does not have the palm rest and ergonomic design of the Wave's. But the mouse and keyboard are both comfortable and as responsive as the Wave's. If you are looking for a compact wireless desktop set for your Windows computer (not compatible with Mac OS) at a bargain price, I would definitely recommend the MK 300.

Excellent for my media pc

Review Date: December 30, 2009

Reviewer: Shelly Lyons, southeast Michigan

I thoroughly researched cordless/wireless keyboards prior to buying this brand and model. It seemed no matter how good the overall rating was, there was always a few reviews that were so disparaging I would second-guess whether I should buy this one or not. After concluding that this was the best-reviewed overall and that to get something higher end would cost a great deal more money I decided to go for it. I purchased mine brand new from a reputable seller on ebay. I couldn't be more thrilled with this product. I have nothing bad to say about it. I pulled it out of the box and plugged the transmitter into a usb port and literally started typing and using the mouse. To hold my keyboard and mouse I use a tray and it has a glossy surface. Optical mouses do not work well on glossy surfaces so I laid a piece of paper down and the mouse works fantastic now. I use this keyboard/mouse set 6 feet away from my pc, I got a tape measure out and measured. And even though it's 6 feet away I have never tapped a key or touched a button that failed to respond. That claim someone made about it having a range of 8 inches is nonsense. Summary:Unless you want to pay $200 or more for a high-end product, this is the best cordless keyboard/mouse set you can buy at a reasonable price, and truth be told, I can't imagine what a high-end set could offer that this one doesn't, I literally have zero complaints.

Very Good, does what it should

Review Date: December 15, 2009

Reviewer: Steven E. Daly, Chandler, AZ

I built a computer for the wife and she was picky about appearances. She wanted a minimum of wires, and it was easiest to go with black components, so this was a good choice. Other reviewers mentioned the range limitations, but I ended up placing the USB antenna on the desk anyway. The manual mentions the closer the range, the longer the battery life. The keyboard is a bit small for me, but adequate. Her computer is running 32-bit Windows 7 Pro, and the Logitech web-site has newer drivers than were on the CD. She needed to adjust the mouse tracking speed, and the Logitech controls from their software made it simple. Not really needed, but I also set up encryption between the keyboard and USB antenna. Inexpensive product, looks good, works OK. Good rating from me.

good product

Review Date: September 24, 2009

Reviewer: W. Morgan, eureka, ca

Easy setup--took about 20 seconds--works great-- good range--writing this at about 14 feet---mouse very responsive--like the keyboard--easy to see without my reading glasses--buying another one for daughter

Great so far

Review Date: November 29, 2009

Reviewer: NP,

I just hooked it up today but it took under a minute and it was working perfectly. I have a MacBook and it works just fine with it. I'm used to an ergonomic keyboard at work so it seems a little small but it's much bigger than my laptop keyboard and it's so nice to have the numeric keypad. It even comes with batteries! I noticed some of the reviewers didn't like the size and thought the mouse required too heavy a touch but for me, they're both fine. And the price was right!

Fantastic

Review Date: November 30, 2009

Reviewer: Ronnie Smooth,

I have had this for about a month now and I must say I am very pleased with it. The keyboard is very stylish and it's the most compact keyboard I have ever owned. Which is good for me because I don't like big keyboards that take up a lot of space on my desk. Set-up was easy, but I did have to run the CD twice to get all of the extra features installed. The mouse is a nice size; it's not too big nor too small. I tested the range out on the mouse and keyboard, and they both work at a distance of about 10 to 12 feet. I can't rate the battery life since I've only had this for a month. The only con I have is with the price, I paid $37.24 for it, which is a decent price, but I did see it on sale at Office Depot and Office Max for $29.99 (reg. $39.99), about two weeks after I had brought it here. None the less, this is a great product that I roundly enjoy.

Excelent Compatibility

Review Date: June 25, 2009

Reviewer: H. Desousa, USA

This is a nice wireless keyboard and mouse. I mobilize it on a Vista and Ubuntu Linux laptop and it works great out of the box with no keyboard and mouse software installed.

Easy, Compact, & Works Well

Review Date: July 23, 2009

Reviewer: B. Junkin-Mills, West Chester, PA United States

I have been using a Logitech wireless keyboard and mouse for several years, and although it served me well I decided it was time for a new one. I got this MK300 and couldn't be happier. Super easy to install/set-up, more compact than my old keyboard, and more programmable too. It has some nice options for a low-priced basic unit. INSTALL/SET-UP: I use this unit with my Acer desktop - because I like wireless. I plugged the receiver (smaller than a deck of cards) into a USB port, and the keyboard and mouse worked instantly (they came with batteries - nice!)... no downloading or installing needed. If you want to program some of the keys on the keyboard, you do need to put in the included CD ROM (so this may not be a good option for a netbook that lacks an optical drive) and install the software. It's very simple, with an extremely idiot-proof user interface; I didn't need to look in the manual at all, it was very self-explanatory. PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES: The keyboard comes with 'hot keys' already set up. These include an 'Internet Zone' (keys for email, browser, search engine, messenger), a "Multimedia Zone" (controls your media player - like iTunes), a "Volume Zone" (including a mute button), and a "Convenience Zone" (calculator and battery status check). With the software, you can over-ride any of these pre-sets and program what you want. You are also able to customize your "F" keys. F1 - F4 launch your applications for documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and calendar. F5 - F8 are programmable to launch your favorite application, game, or folder. F9 - F12 are shortcuts for saving files, undoing, redoing, and opening your CD tray. The mouse is also programmable to a degree. Via the software, you can set speed, enable game options, and assign tasks to the buttons/scroll wheels. THE HARDWARE PER SE: The keyboard is more compact than my previous Logitech wireless keyboard, which makes it easier to move about my desk. The keys are "low profile". At first I didn't like them - they are a little bit old school. But I got used to them in a few hours and now I like their quiet sound and the firm 'feel' they have which lets me know that I have actually pressed a key. The mouse is standard - nothing fancy or ergonomic, no extra keys - it does fit nicely in my hand. The receiver only plugs into a USB port, which is nice - my previous set's receiver plugged in in 2 places. BOTTOM LINE: Easy set-up, compact design, and a nice array of programmable features for such an affordable product.

Good deal, good product

Review Date: October 1, 2009

Reviewer: Jack Arnouts, Salt Point, NY USA

This is a nice keyboard combination for the money. Easy to install: I have Vista x64 based system. I plugged it in and turned it on and it worked fine. In my case I did not load the included software. All the functions worked with the windows drivers, so why load up the system with more junk software. Nice feel: The keys are smooth and responsive. I touch type and my old keyboard started to bind a little on the keys. These operate smoothly and with no binding. The keyboard has a nice feel and is fun to use. Another nice feature is that I do not miss the wire at all. The Mouse: Easy to use with no wires attached. I don't have a mouse pad, but find it works well just on the desktop. Much better then my old optical mouse. I cannot comment on the battery life as I have not had it that long. But I do not think this will be an issue. In all, I am happy and would buy it again.

Excellent

Review Date: December 1, 2009

Reviewer: sweaterhogan, San Francisco, CA

I recently purchased a Windows 7 PC, and I decided to buy a new wireless keyboard/mouse to go with it (my old one was getting a bit grungy). After reading many reviews of many different Logitech products, I was confused by the many very good and very bad reviews for each one. But the MK300 seemed to be generally positively received, and the price was right. After several weeks of using it, I can recommend it with almost no reservations. I say "almost," because the mouse may be a bit small for some people - it is quite a bit smaller than my old wireless mouse, and it took some getting used to. But now I think I like it better. The bottom line is that everything works great, and I haven't experienced any problems. I would purchase this model again.

Wireless keyboard and mouse reduce visual clutter

Review Date: December 28, 2009

Reviewer: E. Heard, Greensboro, NC

The keyboard and mouse were easy to install. It took less than 5 minutes. They work just like any other keyboard and mouse. The system reduces visual clutter on my desk, which is good for me. I stress out in the middle of a mess.

Well Designed, Great Connectivity

Review Date: March 9, 2010

Reviewer: M. Akiva, USA

Let me preface this review by saying that I use this product in my office with a laptop. I am running Windows Vista and the keyboard and mouse are about 2 to 3 feet away from the USB receiver. KEYBOARD The keyboard layout is as you would expect. I know with some keyboards, manufacturers will often times move keys around, or make them smaller, in order to fit everything in. However, with the exception of one key, this keyboard is as you would expect it to be. The only key that is in a different position is the delete key, which is extended vertically in order to take up more space. I don't find this to be a bad thing though because I constantly use that key and like to have easy access to it. In terms of sound and touch, the keyboard gets 5 stars. The touch is soft and the keys are even softer. This is a definite benefit to me because I type when I'm on the phone and with this keyboard, no one can hear it. MOUSE The mouse is solidly designed and sturdy. With only three buttons, it's functionality is a little more limited than other mice out there (i.e. those that have buttons on the side for back and forward browsing functions). However, the scroll wheel and the right and left mouse buttons on this mouse are all very responsive. CONNECTIVITY As I said before, the USB receiver is about 2 to 3 feet away from the keyboard and mouse. So if you are looking for a review of this product's distance, this is not the right review. However, for my use, I have yet to see any lags between typing or clicking and what I see on the screen. The response time is instantaneous. The only downside of this, is that it requires a USB receiver, which is about 2" wide by 3" long. It's not large, but I certainly didn't know that this was going to be in the box. I was expecting a receiver the size of a USB key. SETUP I just plugged the receiver in and the drivers were automatically installed. OVERALL This product is a great choice in the low-cost wireless desktop market. If you were like me and looked around at many different keyboard and mouse combos, this is the best out there.