>not using an ibm model m Why? Cheaper than cherrys, imesurably

File: 1489272365011.jpg (47KB, 600x450px) Image search: [Google]

47KB, 600x450px

>>59360757
Because every time I go into a battlestation blog and see some empty 20-something's shiny new IKEA pamphlet setup with one of those crusty old pieces of shit as the centerpiece this is the first thing that comes to mind

>>59360757
hipster faggot

>>59360757
Because it's bigger than a fucking whale and looks monstrously hideous too.

>>59360844
this to be quite honest

>>59360757
this is actually a pretty shitty keyboard.

>>59360844
As a followup, because I'm bored:
There's nothing wrong with liking the Model M or old technology in general, it's a fun hobby.

But keyboard hipsters are the scum of the Earth, and we all know you chose an M because it was a meme with that big, shiny (You)s-guaranteed IBM logo on it rather than because you genuinely liked it. It's a form of hardware virtue signalling for shit typists playing pretend oldfag.

>>59360757
because I like having a meta key

>>59360757
>cheaper than Cherries
In what planet? Did you see eBay prices?

File: photo_2017-01-06_22-57-36.jpg (106KB, 1280x960px) Image search: [Google]

106KB, 1280x960px

>not using a model f

>>59361898
does the f stand for fucking huge

>>59361937
Fucking huge
Fucking heavy and
Fucking better than model m

>>59361937
Model M means membrane. It is a cheaper version of the prior model.
The older model F uses capacitive switches. I assume the F is for Farad, the unit for electrical capacitance.

>>59361898
>those arrow keys
>those keys with no labels
Now this is tryhard.

File: 1483799242162.jpg (201KB, 773x767px) Image search: [Google]

201KB, 773x767px

>>59360757
I can't find them cheap, but I do have a Dell at101w.

>>59360757
unicomp

>>59362070
Is this bait or ignorance?

>>59362159
Neither.
Here is the membrane of a Model M:
http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/Misc/MEM
The buckling springs activate the contacts in this membrane. It is of good quality for a membrane, stuck or inoperative keys almost always are so for other reasons.

The Model F operates with a capacitive membrane. The keys do not touch contacts and they are more durable. The switches themselves are also better.

File: 4264767319_d25abb6020_b.jpg (419KB, 1024x768px) Image search: [Google]

419KB, 1024x768px

Because i have a RT3200 instead. There is no mech TKL with a trackpoint.

>>59362289
Consider modding it, or buy some spares. I am without a TrackPoint because my T60 was stolen from my home (Third World problems) and my standard mouse is driving me crazy.

>>59360757
>membrane
absolutely not. I'll stick to my silent topre clones that cost the same and are more reliable.

>>59360757
im not a faggot hipster

>>59360757
>cheaper than cherrys
yeah... no. a used IBM Model M in acceptable condition would cost me 100€-150€ on ebay

File: 20170301_223551.jpg (2MB, 4036x2094px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 4036x2094px

I am using one

The Model M is too big. I wouldn't mind a Model M SSK but I'm sure as hell not paying $300 for one. Unicomp has been promising a remake for years and never delivered. If they do deliver one day, I'll get one. In the meantime I'm using Topres and MX Blacks.

>>59360757
Sam?

>>59360757
no ps/2 port

>>59360844
this so fully

File: 1489318756953.jpg (1MB, 4032x3024px) Image search: [Google]

1MB, 4032x3024px

>>59360844
prime example from last thread

>>59360757
Unicomps are pretty good too. The casing on the keyboards leaves a lot to be desired, but the keys feel nice.

>>59364395
best setup

>>59362321

>my T60 was stolen from my home (Third World problems)

Thank you for the laugh.

>>59360844
Fpbp

>>59364331
How can you use this thing? There's no windows/super key.

File: 20170220_121616_HDR~3.jpg (2MB, 3960x3026px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 3960x3026px

>>59360757
>tfw everyone in my local tech slack has one too

>>59360757
I had one.

I prefer both Cherry and Topre boards by comparison.

Model M is too big, too loud, too stiff, ugly as shit, doesn't have n-key rollover. Buckling springs are mechanically better than Cherry switches, but that doesn't make up for the other drawbacks.

>>59364547
What do you use your windows/super key for, that can't also be done with other keyboard shortcuts?

>>59364552
>vapenation
>thinkpad
>old as fuck keyboard
>windows 7

this is pretty much /g/

>>59364552
Atrocious blade runner poster, truly terrible.

Model M for "M'lady".

>>59364575
In Windows 10:
- starting applications fast (win + app name)
- switching workspaces (win + alt + left/right arrow)
- quick shutdown, sleep, restart, sign out (win + x + u)

I understand you could make custom shortcuts, but why did they feel like not including the buttons. It's wasted space imo.

File: 7028bfee532ce361c9a64dc8f212622c.jpg (156KB, 564x736px) Image search: [Google]

156KB, 564x736px

>>59364595
Just got a big boy job, thinking about getting a MacBook
>>59364617
I like it but I've been thinking about selling it
Might get this Akira print by godmachine to replace it

>>59364547
who the fuck uses this anyways? i can't remember the last time I've touched it

>>59364676
>- switching workspaces (win + alt + left/right arrow)
I mean win + ctrl + left/right arrow

>>59364676
And why the fuck are you using Windows 10?

>>59364676

>>59364690
I need to develop a Windows application using C# in Visual Studio for my job.

>>59364721
That does not mean you are limited to Windows 10.

>>59364686

>What other people do those things?! I surely don't!

- /g/

>>59364743
Seriously though, I'm what you would consider a power user. i run servers, VMs (as a hobby though) CAD software, office software (work related) and all kinds of different operating systems. I even pray to Terry every night before bed but I have yet to come across an OS (or a DE) that puts the super key to good use. Face it, it is expendable.

File: Screen Shot 2017-03-12 at 14.48.03.png (573KB, 1604x772px) Image search: [Google]

573KB, 1604x772px

>>59360757
>Cheaper than cherrys

no

>>59364860
http://www.ebay.com/itm/IBM-1391401-Buckling-Spring-Clicky-Keyboard-MODEL-M-DIN5-AT-Date-7-09-91-Vintag-/182484500159?hash=item2a7cec7ebf:g:I-0AAOSwsW9YwwBy

Yes

File: comp.jpg (440KB, 1518x1111px) Image search: [Google]

440KB, 1518x1111px

b-but, i am anon

>>59364897
>ps/2 connector

no

>>59364972
Buy an adapter then you stupid fuck.

File: 14893303410881.jpg (8KB, 215x160px) Image search: [Google]

8KB, 215x160px

>>59364910

>>59364972
my 2015 gaymen trademark meme board has a ps/2 port

>>59361898
>>59360757

Disgusting. Dirty. Edgy as fuck.

>>59362272
GOAT-TIER

Topre is infinitely superior.

mfw no wireless

>>59364989
why don't I just buy a nice new keyboard that just works you pretentious hipster fuck

>>59364910
Holy shit. Kys.

>>59365098
Because Model M's and F's rarely ever fail.
Alps become worthless when they get dirty
Cherry's are scratch as fuck
Topre is glorified dome.

>>59364738
Windows 10 is the only version with native workspaces. I have no problems with the OS, disabled everything I didn't want.

>>59365133
Ye ok enjoy your botnet

>>59365098
you argued that it's not cheaper and lost

File: elfkid.png (60KB, 806x926px) Image search: [Google]

60KB, 806x926px

>>59365015
I thought litterally every not slav level board had a combination ps/2 keyboard and mouse port?

>>59365334
Modern motherboards are moving more and more away from shipping with PS/2. It's an unfortunate annoyance. Still, I expect it to get less and less common to have a PS/2 port as time goes on, making anything connected via it have a pretty set life without conversion.

>>59365577
Converting PS2 to USB is easy enough anyway, it's no excuse to buy a shittier keyboard when Model M's are readily available for good prices.

>>59364395
is that a wireless mouse?

>>59365164
God forbid someone trying to make a living as efficiently as possible. get the fuck out of here

>>59365780
yeh im not paying more than 100$ for a fucking keyboard i dont give an absolute zero fuck if it clickity clacks or not.

START
does it work?
if yes then buy
if no then keep digging through the garbage.

>>59360757
no windows key
also they're expensive as fug here

>>59365799
Yes it's an MX Master

>>59365846
mx kys

>>59365828
That's funny, you act like you belong here when you're the one running windows 10

>>59364430
>trash speakers
>trash bottom of barrel IKEA furniture

>>best setup
wewlad

>>59365834
Brand new Model M's from Unicomp warehouse liquidations are $80 and used M's are even cheaper on ebay.

>>59365864
>bottom of barrel ikea furniture

thats a Micke you pricke RRP200USD

>>59365864
They're studio monitors, definitely not trash.
And that's a dinner table, not a shitty cheap ikea desk.

>>59365886
well, they're trash studio monitors

>>59365873
IDONTCAREABOUTYOURSHITTYFUCKINGKEYBOARDBRO

>>59365895
So why are you in this thread?
Fuck off.

>>59365894
I doubt you've ever used these specific ones, but you are entitled to your opinion.

>>59365920
why not?

im sorry i thought this was america

File: mx-master-wireless-mouse.jpg (44KB, 262x194px) Image search: [Google]

44KB, 262x194px

>>59365856
Actually works pretty damn well for a wireless mouse.

The second scroll wheel is a fucking game changing functionality in that it will most certainly end up on my list of requirements for the next mouse i buy when it ends up kicking the dust.

Also, you can just plug in a mini-usb to basically turn it into a wired mouse. Conveniently placed in a spot where it actually makes sense no less.

File: 20170106_210050-min.jpg (1MB, 4032x3024px) Image search: [Google]

1MB, 4032x3024px

>>59366020
You stated you don't care about Model M's, yet here you are in a Model M related thread.

>>59364366
https://www.modelfkeyboards.com/