#Microsoft sidewinder x6 discontinued full#
#Microsoft sidewinder x6 discontinued Pc#
#Microsoft sidewinder x6 discontinued windows#

#Microsoft sidewinder x6 discontinued windows#

The nine-button gaming mouse is designed for handling with vertical side buttons, adjustable sensitivity switching up to 2,000 DPI, five customizable buttons, and a Quick-Launch button that instantly launches the Windows Vista Games Explorer. Today, Microsoft also announced the SideWinder X5 Mouse, a fast, powerful gaming mouse designed to give mainstream gamers a competitive edge.

#Microsoft sidewinder x6 discontinued full#

The X6 also includes full media keys and volume and backlighting control dials to fine-tune the gaming experience. The red backlighting indicates standard keys that are not programmable, while the amber color indicates custom-programmable macro keys in game mode that can be tuned to the gamers' preference. Research shows many gamers like to dim the lights, and the X6's two-color adjustable backlighting helps set the mood to achieve total immersion. Gamers enjoy a heightened experience when adsorbed in the gaming world.

Quick-Launch key gives one-touch access to Windows Vista Games Explorer, allowing gamers to quickly see the games in their PC's game library.

WASD gaming keys, the most commonly used keys for gamers, have front-face lighting for enhanced visibility.

#Microsoft sidewinder x6 discontinued Pc#

Macros are stored on the PC hard drive and can be easily shared. In-game macro record button lets gamers record any sequence of keystrokes - even standard chat messages.Gamers can use Cruise Control with up to four keys at a time. New Cruise Control feature continues an action without having to hold down the key or keys assigned to the action.

To complement its versatility, the keyboard has the following additional features to produce the ultimate gaming package: The SideWinder X6 Keyboard is more than a standard keyboard with a few extra bells and whistles - it was built from the ground up with gamers in mind, to give them an edge up on their competition. Automatic profile switching detects the application that is running and applies the custom profile.Mode switching lets gamers manually toggle the keyboard from standard mode to either of two gaming modes.The X6 also offers the following features to take advantage of its adaptability: With mode switching, gamers can instantly go from Microsoft Office Excel to their favorite game - and place the macro pad on whichever side they prefer for gaming. The SideWinder X6 Keyboard's switchable key pad allows gamers to program up to 90 macros per game with the help of a set of dedicated macro keys as well as a fully programmable key pad. 'With the switchable key pad, gamers will have a fantastic, customizable experience whether they're playing their favorite game or creating Microsoft Office PowerPoint presentations.' 'We know that consumers don't want to pull out and set up a second keyboard for a gaming session, so we created a device that was perfect for both gaming and regular computer use,' said Kevin Flick, user researcher for Microsoft Hardware. Complementing the unique versatility of the keyboard are features specifically designed for gaming, including the capacity to store up to 90 macros per game and backlighting that helps users get immersed in the game. Play/Pause, Previous Track, Next Track, and Mute.The switchable key pad makes the SideWinder X6 Keyboard ideal for gaming as well as productivity, as the key pad functions as a standard num pad in normal keyboard mode, but becomes a programmable macro pad in game mode. Have front-face lighting for enhanced visibility. When a game or application profile is assigned using the software, the keyboard detects the game or application you are running and applies your custom profile to the application. Macros are stored on your hard drive and can be easily shared. Record any sequence of keystrokes-even standard chat messages. You can use Cruise Control with up to four keys at a time.* (* Cruise Control does not work with programmable macro keys.) Use Cruise Control to continue an action without having to hold down the key or keys assigned to the action. Manually toggle the keyboard from standard mode to either of two gaming modes. Up to 30 programmable keys that can allow up to 90 programmable options with an assigned gaming profile. Lighting dial adjusts the brightness of the keyboard and key pad. Keyboard keys are red, and key pad and Macro keys are amber in Game mode. Switch between standard key pad and macro pad in gaming mode. The official marketing text of Microsoft SideWinder X6 keyboard USB Black as supplied by the manufacturerДЇlexible design, choose right side or left side configuration.