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geekhack Community => Keyboards => Topic started by: Vortex-JC on Tue, 29 October 2013, 10:37:58
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Hi POKERs,
We released two firmware versions of POKER II. You can upgrade any one of these.
Please download attached file.
Please read "ikbc-USB update instructions for use" carefully, to avoid unnecessary errors resulting in keyboard failure.
These update will add the following functions:
1. Support NKRO in USB mode
This may not enter bios in rare cases, if you encounter such a situation, please re-back it to original firmware [any 6 keys roll over]
2. Improving right CTRL programming.
3. Solving some compatibility problems.
4. Still support NKRO firmware at 1ms in USB mode.
5. F, G, H of Fn layer (time delay) programming.
You can set up " FN + F = → "in toggle layer mode
Please note that, during the update process, please keep your computer in working. If the computer power failure occurs in update process, then you need to be returned your keyboard to our distributors. They will fixes your keyboard (Repair costs and freight charges is needed)
If you have any questions, please contact the original place of purchase.
Enjoy this upgrade :thumb:
https://www.facebook.com/Vortexgear
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Cool! I didn't know this was possible.
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Are you guys thinking of creating a program so we can create our own layout?
Similar to the GH60.
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Are you guys thinking of creating a program so we can create our own layout?
Similar to the GH60.
This would be cool.
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Are you guys thinking of creating a program so we can create our own layout?
Similar to the GH60.
This would be cool.
If you can upgrade the firmware, it would be great if you created a program to let the consumers compile custom firmware.
How great is that?
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Wow, wasn't expecting this.. thanks Vortex!
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Hey Vortex, How about an option for people who don't use windows?
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Hello,
I have two french KBT Pure Pro (IKBC-POKER-PRO on the PCB). Is there a firmware for these keyboards ?
Best regards,
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Works perfectly when tested in AquaTest.
If you want to test too, just be careful when hitting Fn keys, as you might set off some of the hardware switches.
I was confused when my keyboard started "malfunctioning" after mindlessly facerolling the keys while testing,
only to realize I was being dumb and started hitting stuff like Fn+Z , Fn+Space, etc.
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Anyone running into any troubles updating the firmware? When I updated the firmware, my Poker is randomly typing keys and acting up. Tried restoring defaults and made sure the macro mode wasn't on...didn't touch it while it was updating the firmware for NKRO.
Just curious if anyone was having issues too or trying to get it back to the original firmware.
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I didn't seem to have any problem with updating.
It detected my keyboard as "Poker II" though, and not the string of letters/numbers that was in the
written in the .pdf, if that makes a difference.
'should only take 5 seconds after pushing the .bin.
Did you happen to pull out the USB cable while it was pushing?
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My keyboard was detected as Poker II as well. The PDF was just an example because they were using a 104 key keyboard and not a Poker II. I basically followed the instructions by unzipping the folder, running the .exe, selected "Poker II NKRO in USB mode.bin". It said it was installed successfully, but its like as if the keyboard got stuck in macro mode and I cant get out of it. When I tried to transfer it back into the original firmware, it's stuck in the same mode. (i'm assuming it might be in macro mode because when i press keys: a s d f j k or l, it has similar blurbs of text like "asdfjkl" on all of them. I've never used the programming mode, but I remember at one point i got caught in it and typed something like that by accident", but all other keys work normally...)
I didn't pull on the USB cable...I'm gonna try it on a windows 7 computer sometime (because I tried it on a windows 8.1? Maybe that's the potential suspect).
Any other insights would be awesome :'(
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I did the upgrade yesterday and it failed 2 times before it actually worked. After that I have not had any problems.
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Hmm...I tried both files "Poker II NKRO in USB mode.bin" and "Poker II original firmware.bin" multiple times (~5 each?) with the same result...
what OS are you guys running by any chance? do you remember what happened the first 2 times you installed it and it didn't work? were those issues the same as mine, or did the keyboard just not work? Just curious.
Thanks for the responses
Edit: anyone know what "Get FW Version" means?
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Edit: anyone know what "Get FW Version" means?
I've not worked with that software in particular, but in general when flashing something like the BIOS, or your video card's BIOS, or ...
That button would query the device in question for what version of FW, or firmware, it was running right now. This achieves two results, one it proves there's communication needed for the device in question, and two you can see what version it thinks it's on right now.
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With the NKRO over USB, will it cause Mac OS to fail to detect the keyboard?
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I used windows 7 and the two times if failed it looked like it was frozen and I had to restart the program.
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Anyone running into any troubles updating the firmware? When I updated the firmware, my Poker is randomly typing keys and acting up. Tried restoring defaults and made sure the macro mode wasn't on...didn't touch it while it was updating the firmware for NKRO.
Just curious if anyone was having issues too or trying to get it back to the original firmware.
I had something similar to this happen while I was programming the Pn layer. (This was before the firmware update too). Sometimes it bugs out and some keys
get stuck in some weird commands after programming. Usually it fixes itself after a reconnect to USB though. Maybe try resetting all of the DIP switches to off
and "factory-stocking" the Pn layer?
Also, I did the firmware update on W7 (x64).
With the NKRO over USB, will it cause Mac OS to fail to detect the keyboard?
I would assume this to be the case.
It seems to use the same "USB-hub" emulation hack that most other USB-nKRO keyboards use (i.e. Ducky boards).
The hack only works on Windows, iirc.
Another reason is, the app is a .exe file. :rolleyes:
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Thanks for the replies.
I'll try and fiddle around more with the dip switches and messing around with the restore factory settings some more. I did that several times (holding Fn+R for 9 blinking lights) and it still didnt fix it...but havent thought about messing with the dip switches yet since I never use them anyways. And I guess I'll find a machine with W7 somewhere.
Thanks again gang! Hopefully I'm not just being stupid and missing something simple (then again...I'd rather the problem be that than a complex issue that is unresolvable :p)
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[attach=1]After Poker II fiream updates
Key error has occurred.
ESC, G, H, L-ALT, SPACE. '
By pressing two keys at the same time recognize.
update the original firmware, the same symptoms occur.
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Updating firmware in a keyboard.....whodathunkit!
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Seemed to have identified the problem...The firmware update caused my "a s d f j k l" and "\" keys to be in Program mode WITHOUT ACTIVATING IT (e.g. Fn + a is now a without the Fn button depressed) even after reverting (or upgrading) the firmware. I try to reprogram the keys as well as factory restore (Fn + R for 9 seconds) the keys but it doesn't work.
I'm stumped. Tried a plethora of methods to fix it and I'm out of solutions. I might just have to try and get Vortex to chime in or something to help me (or potentially others) to fix it. Here's the things I tried:
*Reverting back to old firmware
*Fn + R factory reset
*Contacting Vortex (no reply yet)
*Reprogramming the buttons to itself (e.g. A = A instead of A = asdfjk), but doesnt work.
*messing with the dip switches after reinstallation to see if that had any affect.
*unplugging/replugging the USB after the software update is complete. No avail.
*reverting and reinstalling the original and nkro software multiple times.
Atleast I've identified the problem...now only if there was a solution to fix it. FML $130 for a now useless =/.
I'll leave this information for someone else if they run into the same problem with the Poker II to try and trouble shoot it. Thanks forum. I'll post a solution if I ever find it. good luck ya'll.
Victor
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Really sorry to hear that :(! At least you found out what the problem was.
Hopefully you can get it sent back to them to get it the board reflashed.
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I'm having the same problem as Fireforce is. Tried running it as an admin and I had the same problem. Re-flashed original three or four times, too. I'll try contacting Vortex too, this is kinda annoying (now I have to use a full-sized keyboard that doesn't fit on my desk :( )
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Are you guys thinking of creating a program so we can create our own layout?
Similar to the GH60.
This would be cool.
If you can upgrade the firmware, it would be great if you created a program to let the consumers compile custom firmware.
How great is that?
Agreed. This would be perfect to solve the few annoyances (http://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/1ox5bl/poker_ii_hack_use_capslock_as_fn/ccwj6e7) I have when using my Poker II. :)
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Sad to hear that you guys are having problems too, but not surprised that I'm not the only one. I havent heard anything from Vortex yet...so we'll see.
I contacted mechanical keyboards (dot com) and they offered to fix it...not sure how they're gonna do it, but it'll cost me 30 bucks for them to look at it AND I'll have to pay shipping. I don't plan on paying for something that is a POTENTIAL fix instead of a guaranteed fix.
Asked if they had contact information to vortex, but not even they have information on Vortex support...so if it's a dead end, that's $30 down the toilet.
I'll post again if I hear/find anything. In the mean time my Ducky Shine 2 TKL is taking full time ;) (bringing it to work and using it at home haha!)
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Sad to hear that you guys are having problems too, but not surprised that I'm not the only one. I havent heard anything from Vortex yet...so we'll see.
I contacted mechanical keyboards (dot com) and they offered to fix it...not sure how they're gonna do it, but it'll cost me 30 bucks for them to look at it AND I'll have to pay shipping. I don't plan on paying for something that is a POTENTIAL fix instead of a guaranteed fix.
Asked if they had contact information to vortex, but not even they have information on Vortex support...so if it's a dead end, that's $30 down the toilet.
I'll post again if I hear/find anything. In the mean time my Ducky Shine 2 TKL is taking full time ;) (bringing it to work and using it at home haha!)
Nice!!! :thumb:
But, our inability to help very much here at MK is not nice... :(
Vortex is no easy contact, that is for sure... :mad: best to contact them on facebook... :'(
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Hey
If you guys upgrade failed
Please use attached file to restore to factory default.
I think it will resolve your problems.
We feel sorry for the trouble that has caused you much inconvenience.
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Sad to hear that you guys are having problems too, but not surprised that I'm not the only one. I havent heard anything from Vortex yet...so we'll see.
I contacted mechanical keyboards (dot com) and they offered to fix it...not sure how they're gonna do it, but it'll cost me 30 bucks for them to look at it AND I'll have to pay shipping. I don't plan on paying for something that is a POTENTIAL fix instead of a guaranteed fix.
Asked if they had contact information to vortex, but not even they have information on Vortex support...so if it's a dead end, that's $30 down the toilet.
I'll post again if I hear/find anything. In the mean time my Ducky Shine 2 TKL is taking full time ;) (bringing it to work and using it at home haha!)
Nice!!! :thumb:
But, our inability to help very much here at MK is not nice... :(
Vortex is no easy contact, that is for sure... :mad: best to contact them on facebook... :'(
Dont worry, I love MK, that's where I get all my stuff! They even sent me a spacebar for a defect on one of my boards! I'm just saying idk what they could do because I've identified the problem and believe its not something easily fixed. (plus a new keyboard would be a waste because they're out of stock on my switch type and I was planning on waiting for vortex response anyways.)
I was way ahead of you on the facebook post ;) Did that the day it happened and they finally got back!
Hopefully the new attachment fixes it, gonna try it when I get home.
Thanks Vortex!
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Hey all,
Good news, their latest software fixes the issues on the Poker.
Unfortuantely, I checked to see if the NKRO firmware works, but it didn't...so I believe that we're just gonna have to wait for another update.
Atleast the keyboard works again ;). Cheers to everyone! (back to lurking)
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Should I try updating to see if it works?
I can flash the new backup firmware if it doesn't work correctly, right?
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No support for the Linuxbros?
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Hey folks,
I thought I was upgrading my firmware on one of my newer Poker IIs, but it looks like I downgraded it. :(
Out of the Box Firmware: S2132V20
POKER II upgrade.rar
USB NKRO: S2057V15
Time Delay: S1946V16
Original Firmware: S1946V15
Anyone know where we can get the latest firmware?
Thanks,
Mike
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You should try to contact vortex via facebook to see if they will give you it.
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No support for the Linuxbros?
damn shame :'(
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Where's the download link?
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http://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=50245.0;attach=41526
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Where's the download link?
(http://i.imgur.com/IIffAjq.jpg)
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So, if it is possible to flash the Poker 2, is it possible to remap the main layout via the usb port?
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FYI. I just did the above NKRO firmware update and this fixed the Mac OS X wake from sleep problem. Very happy.
I actually ran the update utility from within a VirtualBox Windows VM with no problems. Just had to do the extra step of selecting the USB devices from the VM menu.
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thx Vortex-JC..
finally my poker II run smoothly under OSX Yosemite without Plug and Unplug anymore :D
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I can't seem to successfully download from the linked file.
My new poker is a kbc and is 5kro.
Can someone point me at a link for the nkro firmware?
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I can't seem to successfully download from the linked file.
My new poker is a kbc and is 5kro.
Can someone point me at a link for the nkro firmware?
I'm having the same issue. When I click on the link it only downloads a few kbs and then terminates.
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I didn't know this was possible.
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Hey folks,
I thought I was upgrading my firmware on one of my newer Poker IIs, but it looks like I downgraded it. :(
Out of the Box Firmware: S2132V20
POKER II upgrade.rar
USB NKRO: S2057V15
Time Delay: S1946V16
Original Firmware: S1946V15
Anyone know where we can get the latest firmware?
Thanks,
Mike
My Poker 2 arrived today and its FW version is S2132V20. I suppose the fixes should already be applied since my version is higher than the one in the FW upgrade files. I decided to test this and I still have the USB limitation for NKRO described here.
http://blog.controlspace.org/2010/08/n-key-rollover-what-it-is-and-how-to.html
Are Vortex coming up a new strategy of versioning their FW (lower is newer)? ^-^
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So, if it is possible to flash the Poker 2, is it possible to remap the main layout via the usb port?
Is this possible?
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Probably but there is no software. If someone could reverse engineer the rom it would be nice
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Going to the NKRO firmware fixed the issue I had on Mac where I had to unplug and plug the keyboard after sleep. Thank you :thumb:
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If anyone bricked their board trying to flash the firmware, check if your board is connected to USB 3 or 2. Mine was connected to USB 3 and for some reason kept failing on the update, but when I changed it over to a USB 2 port it flashed perfectly.
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I have a KBT Poker II (ISO german) and just want to know if it would be possible to upgrade using this also.
My FW is S1946V14
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This is slightly off topic but I hope you can point me into the right direction.
Are there any firmware's for the Race II keyboard?
All I really want is a keyboard with that layout that has F11 and F12 :)
Good jobs on the poker2 firmware, don't own one but surely waitin for the Pok3r
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Has anyone heard of modding the firmware to get all the LEDs to light up at once? I hate how the win key doesnt always stay lit
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Is there a way to backup my current firmware before flashing the nkro firmware ?
Why there isn't a page or google drive or some place for all firmwares ? the original firmware is now newer then those in this link.
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Vortex Support just sucks, I've pm'ed JC and he reply through facebook asking if I wanted the NRKO fw.... after that he never replied again (almost 3 weeks ago)
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FYI. I just did the above NKRO firmware update and this fixed the Mac OS X wake from sleep problem. Very happy.
I actually ran the update utility from within a VirtualBox Windows VM with no problems. Just had to do the extra step of selecting the USB devices from the VM menu.
So I have a Windows 8 VM, and I am able to open the program, select the update - however my Poker II doesnt show up under devices. What did you do to get it to show up? Ive tried looking for it under the VM menu like you said, but no luck.
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Here is the USB pass-through option using a Windows VM in VirtualBox.
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Edit: the first firmware file mentioned below may be found here:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=64916.0
Hai guys,
Well wouldn't you know it, but I have flashed the ...5.bin firmware mentioned above, and I have logged into GH and I am typing this post on the keyboard I just flashed...
<drumroll>
...from VirtualBox. That's right, it seems everything is fine and dandy in here. :thumb:
On my HOST system (OS X) however, it's a different story. I am only able to squeeze out 2, maybe 5, keypresses before the keyboard becomes unresponsive. :eek:
I'm not sure what's going on, because it's even after I quit VirtualBox, but I may have to uncheck the filters or whatever just to make sure.
Has anyone else had problems using this firmware on OS X or Linux?
BTW, the included instructions for USB pass-through almost worked for me, but I found the firmware tool was stalling. What happens is that it puts the Poker 2 first into an ISP programming mode, and waits for it to show up as that device.
_Then_ the Poker 2 comes back up with a different device identifier. The problem for USB pass-through is that the filters are per device identifier. So if you have already had your Poker 2 show up before clicking "Download," after clicking do the same thing for the new device that shows up. Then the programming tool should recognize the keyboard again and continue the process.
Cheers
HB
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I couldn't get my keyboard to act like one, so I broke down and tried the nkro firmware. No issues on is x now.
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Hi POKERs,
We released two firmware versions of POKER II. You can upgrade any one of these.
Please download attached file.
Please read "ikbc-USB update instructions for use" carefully, to avoid unnecessary errors resulting in keyboard failure.
These update will add the following functions:
1. Support NKRO in USB mode
This may not enter bios in rare cases, if you encounter such a situation, please re-back it to original firmware [any 6 keys roll over]
2. Improving right CTRL programming.
3. Solving some compatibility problems.
4. Still support NKRO firmware at 1ms in USB mode.
5. F, G, H of Fn layer (time delay) programming.
You can set up " FN + F = → "in toggle layer mode
Please note that, during the update process, please keep your computer in working. If the computer power failure occurs in update process, then you need to be returned your keyboard to our distributors. They will fixes your keyboard (Repair costs and freight charges is needed)
If you have any questions, please contact the original place of purchase.
Enjoy this upgrade :thumb:
https://www.facebook.com/Vortexgear
Dear all, I have upgraded my Poker PKX-6100 as instructed by Vortex. I have upgraded through a laptop and everything has gone smooth and successfully. The firmware update software even showed Update Successfully. But then my Poker II was bricked just like this guy https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/1px6qv/help_bricked_my_poker_ii/
Now when I plug in my keyboard, I can still see the first capslock LED but then everything goes dark, no response from my keyboard, and upon plugging in, laptop shows that USB NOT RECOGNIZED. I have plugged in 2 laptops with all ports with all the same result.
Now is there anything I can do? Is my device already bricked?
Thanks a bunch.
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Hi POKERs,
We released two firmware versions of POKER II. You can upgrade any one of these.
Please download attached file.
Please read "ikbc-USB update instructions for use" carefully, to avoid unnecessary errors resulting in keyboard failure.
These update will add the following functions:
1. Support NKRO in USB mode
This may not enter bios in rare cases, if you encounter such a situation, please re-back it to original firmware [any 6 keys roll over]
2. Improving right CTRL programming.
3. Solving some compatibility problems.
4. Still support NKRO firmware at 1ms in USB mode.
5. F, G, H of Fn layer (time delay) programming.
You can set up " FN + F = → "in toggle layer mode
Please note that, during the update process, please keep your computer in working. If the computer power failure occurs in update process, then you need to be returned your keyboard to our distributors. They will fixes your keyboard (Repair costs and freight charges is needed)
If you have any questions, please contact the original place of purchase.
Enjoy this upgrade :thumb:
https://www.facebook.com/Vortexgear
Dear all, I have upgraded my Poker PKX-6100 as instructed by Vortex. I have upgraded through a laptop and everything has gone smooth and successfully. The firmware update software even showed Update Successfully. But then my Poker II was bricked just like this guy https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/1px6qv/help_bricked_my_poker_ii/
Now when I plug in my keyboard, I can still see the first capslock LED but then everything goes dark, no response from my keyboard, and upon plugging in, laptop shows that USB NOT RECOGNIZED. I have plugged in 2 laptops with all ports with all the same result.
Now is there anything I can do? Is my device already bricked?
Thanks a bunch.
Same here. Any chance to fix this problem ?
Thanks alot T__T