REDRAGON Deimos K599 60% RGB Mechanical Wireless Gaming Keyboard ( Black ) ( Red Switch )

The Redragon Deimos K599 is a 60% keyboard. The term 60% keyboard denotes its compactness; it's approximately 60% the size of a standard full-sized keyboard.  This reduced size comes from the lack of several keys: the number pad, function key row (F1-F12), arrow keys, and a few more seldom used ones. This compact design makes the Deimos K599 highly portable and saves valuable desk space, which is a huge plus for gamers who like to maximize the space used by a mouse.  Though smaller in size, it retains all necessary keys for typing and gaming.  Thus, it's highly in demand by minimalists.  Its dimensions are about 11.38 inches wide, 2.87 inches deep, and 1.46 inches high.

The Redragon Deimos K599, being a 60% keyboard, has around 70 keys.  That is significantly less than the usual 104 found on full-sized keyboards.  The reduced key count is directly due to the 60% design, eliminating the number pad, function key row, arrow keys, and some other keys that are used less often. Despite this lesser number of keys, the Deimos K599 still offers that core functionality requirement for both keyboard typing and PC gaming. Even so, an individual who types on a desktop keyboard will surely take some period of time adapting to the different layout and needing to use many function key combos to access inaccessible keys.

The keyboard comes with outemu red Mechanical switches. These are linear switches, meaning they offer a smooth and consistent keypress without any tactile bump or audible click. This linear feel makes them popular among gamers as it allows for rapid and repeated key presses, which can be advantageous in fast-paced games. Outemu switches are often considered a budget-friendly alternative to Cherry MX switches, but they provide a similar level of performance and feel, making them a common choice for mechanical keyboards in this price range.

Yes, the Redragon Deimos K599 is a mechanical keyboard.  It features Outemu Red mechanical switches.  Mechanical keyboards employ individual physical switches for every key, instead of the membrane domes of lower-cost keyboards. This structure gives a more pronounced tactile sensation and usually even quicker response time than membrane keyboards. This makes it very popular amongst the gamers and typists for preferring the feeling of mechanical switches. The Red Outemu is also a quite linear key switch which is most appropriate for use in gaming activities.

If you want to reset any of the features on your REDRAGON Deimos K599 keyboard, for instance, setting it back up from its old configurations, just to troubleshoot its settings. Resetting ways vary. Some keyboards have a dedicated reset button, while others might require a specific key combination.  The most reliable way to find the correct reset procedure for the Deimos K599 is to consult the user manual that came with your keyboard or visit the Redragon website. They should state how to perform a reset on the keyboard that may require them to hold specific keys while trying to plug the keyboard in, or if any software is offered, they use that.

The warranty period for the Redragon Deimos K599 can vary depending on the region, the retailer, and the specific product. The limited warranty most manufacturers give has provisions regarding materials and workmanship defects. Find out what period is exact in warranty, preferably in your Redragon keyboard. For such purposes, product packaging or documents supplied with your Redragon keyboard might come in handy, but best still check from their official site for detailed provisions. Store your proof of purchase in a safe place.

Redragon Deimos K599 uses RGB backlighting that can easily customize the color scheme and light effects of your keyboard. This keyboard is 60% therefore possibly using only combinations of keys for lighting and doesn't come with dedicated software for it. The exact key combinations for changing the colors, adjusting brightness, and cycling through different lighting modes should be detailed in the user manual that came with your keyboard.  You can also check the Redragon website for the manual or any software that might be available for lighting control, though it's less common for 60% keyboards.

Yes, the REDRAGON Deimos K599 is a keyboard. A primary input device used to interact with a computer. Specifically, it is a 60% mechanical gaming keyboard, meaning it has a compact layout and uses mechanical switches for every key, that has a distinctive tactile feel and responsiveness. It is designed by holding in mind several features that offer good gaming performance, such as: mechanical switches, customizable RGB lighting, wireless and wired connectivity options.

No, the Redragon Deimos K599 is not hot-swappable. This implies that the switch is soldered directly to the printed circuit board (PCB) and, therefore, are not easily accessible for the user to remove or replace. Changing the switches would require desoldering the existing Outemu Red switches and then soldering in new ones, which is a complex process requiring specialized tools, technical skill, and a good understanding of electronics.  It's not recommended for users unfamiliar with soldering and could potentially damage the keyboard and void the warranty if not done correctly.

Yes, the Redragon Deimos K599 is a wireless keyboard.  It comes with the option of using it both wirelessly and via a wired connection.  The former is used by attaching a 2.4GHz wireless dongle, which can be found in the package, and connects it to your computer; this provides much more freedom and a clean workspace.  For those who are particular about having a wired connection for gaming due to stability and low latency, it comes with a detachable USB-C cable. This double connectivity makes Deimos K599 versatile for different usage scenarios.