Do I Need Any Drivers for My New Das Keyboard?

Driver Information for Das Keyboard Models Our boards do not require downloading of an external driver for functionality. To utilize our boards, all you need to do is plug in your board and type.   Some boards however only offer full functionality when used in conjunction with other parts. Our Q ...

Starting Dictation Without 'Fn Fn'

Starting Dictation Without 'Fn Fn' For this article, keys and key combinations will be represented by bold italics , unless specifically referred to as a key.Das Keyboard for Mac is compatible with all Macs. OSX Mountain Lion Dictation default shortcut 'FN + FN' is not backward compatible with Da...

How to Use a PC keyboard on a Mac

Configuring your Control, Option, & Command Modifier Keys for Mac A Mac computer will recognize PC keyboards such as the Das Keyboard 4C TKL, Prime 13, Model S, and 4 Professional, but if you prefer to have the Control, Option (Alt), and Command keys to work the way they do on a Mac keyboard, you...

Connecting a Das Keyboard with only one of the USB connectors

If you have a Das Keyboard with a split USB cable ending in two USB connectors, it is possible to use the keyboard as long as the connector with the keyboard icon on it is connected to your computer. If you want the USB hub to work, you will need to plug in the connector marked HUB.

How to clean a Das Keyboard

Besides being a typing machine, keyboards have a tendency to attract dust, crumbs and stuff. Let’s call it DCS – that’s the technical term. From time to time, your keyboard will need a little cleaning.Do’sTo clean the enclosure and the top of the keys, use a slightly humid, 100% cotton cloth (lik...

My X50Q Won't Connect to the Q Software!

X50Q Not Found/Disconnected in Q Software If you have recently procured your new X50Q and are not able to connect the the Q Software , it is likely that you need to install the firmware for your new board.To do this, completely shutdown the software and the service in the task manager (make sure ...

Das Keyboard 4 Professional For Mac - How To Update Firmware

Updating Your Das Keyboard 4 Professional Mac's Firmware Note: When performing these steps, please make sure that your DK4 Mac is the only board plugged into your computer. When updating, do not disconnect your board or any other USB devices. In the event of an update failure, please close the up...

How to Utilize Your Mac Function Keys (F1,F2,...)

Mac Function Keys - How do they work on a Das Keyboard Mac-compatible board? For this article, keys and key combinations will be represented by bold italics , unless specifically referred to as a key.Although the Das Keyboard Mac boards such as the Model S For Mac or the Professional For Mac are ...

Q Software Basics

Q Software Basics, For Use With Your Q Series Keyboard (4Q, X50Q, 5Q, 5QS) For this article, keys and key combinations will be represented by bold italics. Das Keyboard's Q Software is a specialized, cloud-based software companion to our Q Series keyboards. It's purpose is to bring maximum custom...

Adding animations to built-in RGB profiles on the 5QS

If you are not using the Q software and have added one of the built-in RGB profiles to your 5QS, you can also add an animation to the color configuration. When the built-in color profile is saved and displaying on the keyboard, press FN + MENU + (NUMPAD KEY) to set an animation (see table below)....

How To Create Custom Built-In RGB Profiles On the 5QS

How To Use The Built-in Profile Editor To Create Custom RGB Profiles On The 5QS For this article, keys and key combinations will be represented by bold italics , unless specifically referred to as a key. The 5QS has the ability to create advanced RGB profiles, and save them to the keyboard. (Edit...

Switching to Mac Mode on Your Das Keyboard 5Q or 5QS

5Q/5QS - Mac Mode  For this article, keys and key combinations will be represented by bold italics , unless specifically referred to as a key.To switch to Mac Mode on your keyboard use CTRL + SHIFT + MEDIA FORWARD simultaneously.*After Mac Mode is activated you will see that the far left LED abov...

Cherry MX Keycaps - Removal and Installation

How To Remove Keycaps on Your Das Keyboard With Cherry MX Switches These instructions apply to the following models:  Das Keyboard 4 Professional Das Keyboard 4 Ultimate Das Keyboard 4 Root Das Keyboard 4 for Mac Das Keyboard 4C TKL Das Keyboard 4Q Model S Model S Ultimate Mode...

How To Use Gaming Mode On Your 4C TKL

Gaming Mode - 4C TKL For this article, keys and key combinations will be represented by bold italics , unless specifically referred to as a key. What is Gaming Mode? Gaming Mode disables the Alt, Tab, and Windows keys, to prevent accidentally closing or quitting your game or program. Das Keyboard...

How to Turn NKRO on and off on the 5QS and 5Q

Turning NKRO on and off with your 5QS or 5Q For this article, keys and key combinations will be represented by bold italics , unless specifically referred to as a key. What is NKRO? NKRO refers to N-key rollover. A keyboard with full n-key rollover can register as many keys as you can press at on...

Das Keyboard 6 Professional - How To Update Firmware

Note: When performing these steps, please make sure that your Das Keyboard 6 Professional is the only board plugged into your computer. When updating, do not disconnect your board or any other USB devices. In the event of an update failure, please close the updater, unplug your board, and contact...