used, tried it to get the feel of the damped Alps sliders. Decided I preferred Cherry MX clear better, but this is still a very nice feeling board. I believe that it is fully functional but can't guarantee that 100% because I can't seem to get it to play nice with Linux - I'm using it on a PC laptop through a Griffin iMate. It does work in Windows Vista and appears to function correctly. I bought this used and untouched from another forum member and all I did to it was give it a cosmetic once-over (cleaned the keycaps and case, and quickly q-tipped the metal plate with alcohol.) Say $20 plus shipping, or trade for a board with clears, MX-compatible doubleshots, or what have you?
Edit: I just finished cleaning/testing a Dell AT101W, this would make a nice package for someone with a PC who has a thing for dampened Alps sliders and doesn't have a SGI board. The 101 I got off a "certain auction site" for cheap and when it showed up I was real disappointed as it appeared to be filthy, but when I ripped it apart it was actually nice and clean inside, just the keys were disgusting. I just cleaned them up with alcohol and a toothbrush - didn't even pull the keycaps - and put it back together. Tests 100% on xev. Funny thing about this board is that the F and J keys are less aged than the rest of them and are noticeably lighter in color. Not sure if those were replaced by a previous user or if they are molded from a different plastic because they have the little nubs on them to locate your fingers.
Make me an offer if you want a package deal on both? I have too many keyboards.
