Rapoo E9070 Wireless Ultra-Slim Keyboard

If you are looking for an ultra-slim wireless keyboard, the Rapoo E9070 Wireless Ultra-Slim Keyboard will be a very good choice. The keyboard is Windows 8 compatible, can operate up to 10 meters, it has a nano receiver, and sports a 24-month battery life.

This is how the package looks like.

The keyboard is compact. This means that you will have more free space on your desk. Compact, however, does not mean small keys. This keyboard packs large keys. I would say these keys are larger than most standard keyboards. It's compact design also does not compromise on function and ease of use and the keyboard still sport the numeric keypad. The keyboard is easy and soft to type. The feel when using the keyboard is similar to how the keys on a laptop respond. But again, with the large keys, it is very easy to type even if you have big thumbs.

Just look at how slim the keyboard is from the side.

The keyboard has a sturdy construction and has an aluminum back plate with a brushed metal look. There is nothing to obstruct the back other then the bulge towards the top that serve to raise the keyboard for more comfortable typing. This slot also contains the 2 x AAA batteries and the nano receiver. As you can see the back is somewhat a fingerprint magnet. It is, however, easy to wipe clean and is not even visible when the keyboard is laid on the desk.

I personally like the keyboard very much. If you are looking for a wireless keyboard, I would really recommend you try this keyboard out. I bought this keyboard for Php 1,345.00.

There is also a white version of this fantastic keyboard! Click this link if you want this keyboard delivered to your doorstep.

Arranging My Workstatioin

On a previous blog post, I upgraded my power supply and my case (link here). I have also upgraded my video to a MSI GTX 960 2G OC  (link here). Now, it's time to make sure my desk is arranged properly to make the environment conducive for productivity and gaming.

Here's how the desk looks like after I was done:

Here's how the bottom of the desk looks like. I still have to tidy those cables up and tie then all together so I'll only see a single cable going down.

The back of the table is where the mess of the wires are hidden. I  used a wire holder sort of thing that you can stick to the roof of the table to the the wires together and route them where they need to go.

Installing a new video card - MSI GTX 960 2G OC

In a previous post (you can click here), I upgraded upgraded a few parts of my aging desktop computer. To be specific, I replaced the Enforcer ATX-600W power supply with a more reliable Corsair VS450. I also replaced the case with a CoolerMaster N200.

I was, however, still debating whether to get a GTX 950 or a GTX 960. I really am not a heavy gamer. I do not even own any title for the year 2005 onward. Nevertheless, I'd like to have the capability to do decent 1080p gaming when/if I want to. Based on reviews, both cards should do well at their price level. The GTX 950 is a good card but, the price difference of the GTX 960 compared to the GTX 950 is not that high, I ended up getting the GTX 960 from MSI.

Here's how the package looks like:

You'll get the actual video card, a user guide, an 8-pin power adapter, and the software CD.

Removed my old GT 220. Now the PCIE port is free!!!

Next step is to make sure the card aligns properly with the port and slowly push it into place. Here's how the card looks like without the 8-pin power cable connected.

This card consumes 2 slots on the case. Remove both slots and secure the card with 2 screws:

The logo on the card itself has a WHITE LED. There's no option to change the color but you have the option to change the patter from a steady white, breathing, flashing, or double flashing. This can easily be set by the MSI software that's in the disc that came with the card.

Are you using the same video card model? Are you satisfied with your purchase?

Upgrading my PC case and power supply

It has been quite a while before I made any change to my relatively old PC. In this post, I will walk you through how I upgraded my power supply unit (PSU) and the case.

I am not really into gaming. I use my computer mostly for work, browsing the internet, occasional photo editing, video encoding, and I sometimes watch movies on my computer's 23" screen instead of copying it to a laptop that drives the TV in the living room.

There are times, however, that I want to play a little gaming. Upon checking the current game releases, it shows that my nVidia GT 220 is not really up to it. It is not even a gaming video card. Most of the games require at least a 750. I have a 1080p screen and do not really require ULTRA graphics. Based on reviews, the GTX 950 will suit my need. I am also thinking of the GTX 960 as the price difference isn't that match.

Before I upgrade my video card, I am sure that the Enforcer ATX-600W power supply that came with the case will not be able to provide consistent power; I don't even think it is able to deliver the 600W it is claiming. So I decided to upgrade the PSU first. While I'm at it, why not change the case as well? And so, I did.

My current specs are:

• Intel Core i5 - 3.1 Ghz
• 8 Gb Kingston DDR3 1333

These are the items that I bought:

• CoolerMaster N200 PC case - Php 2,100.00 at Nutech
• Corsair VS450 - Php 1,650.00 at Nutech

PSU sitting comfortably at the bottom of the case. The case, by the way, has a removable screen at the bottom where the PSU fan is for easy cleaning.

Installed the motherboard panel:

Installed the motherboard:

Installed the hard drive and the optical drive:

Here is the case with all the parts installed. I know, I need to work on the cable management a LOT. Since this picture was taken, I have moved the CPU power cable so it routed from the back of the MOBO directly to the socket. I've also moved the MOBO 12V cable. The extra PCI that you can see going to the front of the bottom hard drive bay was also moved to the back.

Coming up soon:

1. nVidia GTX 950 / 960
2. Samsung SSD