Microsoft SideWinder X6 User manual

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Microsoft SideWinder X6 Keyboard
Fact Sheet
August 2008
What: The SideWinder X6 Keyboard is the first gaming keyboard created by
Microsoft Corp. from the ground up, and the only gaming keyboard on the
market with a switchable key pad for powerful versatility. The X6
Keyboard’s key pad does double duty, with connectors on either side of
the keyboard that allow gamers to attach it on the right or left side. Mode
switching lets gamers manually toggle the keyboard from standard mode
to either of two gaming modes, and the never-before-seen feature Cruise
Control continues an action without having to hold down any keys.
The X6 Keyboard also includes two-color adjustable backlighting,
controlled by a dial right on the keyboard to offer fine tuning of the
gaming experience.
Format: The SideWinder X6 Keyboard operates on the Windows Vista and Windows
XP operating systems and connects directly to a Universal Serial Bus (USB)
port.
Features
And Benefits: Powerful Versatility
First on a gaming keyboard! Switchable keypad can be attached to
either side of the keyboard, allowing gamers to switch between a
standard key pad and a macro pad in gaming mode.
Mode switching lets gamers manually toggle the keyboard from
standard mode to either of two gaming modes. LEDs show the selected
mode.
Automatic profile switching detects the application that is running
and applies the custom profile to the application.

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Assign up to 90 macros per game with the programmable macro keys.
Designed for Gaming
NEW! Cruise Control feature continues an action without having to
hold down the key or keys assigned to the action. Gamers can use
Cruise Control with up to four keys at a time.1
In-game macro record button lets gamers record any sequence of
keystrokes —even standard chat messages. Macros are stored on the
PC hard drive and can be easily shared.
WASD gaming keys have front-face lighting for enhanced visibility.
Quick-Launch key gives one-touch access to Windows Vista Games
Explorer,2allowing gamers to quickly see the games in their PC’s
game library.
Get Immersed
Two-color adjustable backlighting is controlled by a dial right on the
keyboard. Amber indicates programmable macro keys in game mode,
and red indicates nonprogrammable keys.
Media keys and volume control dial provide easy access to popular
media activities such as play/pause, previous track, next track and
mute.
System
Requirements: To use the SideWinder X6 Keyboard, gamers must accept the enclosed
License Agreement during software setup before they can use the software
accompanying the keyboard. Gamers also need the following:
A PC that meets the requirements for and has installed one of these
operating systems: Windows Vista or Windows XP
100 MB of available hard disk space
An available powered USB port
CD drive
Internet access required for software installation. Local and/or long-
distance telephone toll charges may apply.
Availability
And Pricing: Microsoft SideWinder X6 Keyboard will be widely available in
September 2008 for an estimated retail price of $79.95 (U.S.).3The
SideWinder X6 Keyboard is now available for special pre-sale on
Amazon.com and will ship in September when the product is widely
released.

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The SideWinder X6 Keyboard is backed by a worldwide three-year
limited hardware warranty. Limited warranty and License Agreement are
available at http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/warranty.
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1 Cruise Control does not work with programmable macro keys.
2The Quick-Launch button will open IntelliType keyboard software when using Windows XP.
3 Actual retail prices may vary.
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