MSI Forge GK300 Keyboard
Quick Start Guide
Model Name: MS-8ZA6
Keyboard Layout Overview
The MSI Forge GK300 keyboard features a standard QWERTY layout with a full set of keys for efficient typing and gaming. Key areas include:
- Function Row (F1-F12): Located at the top, these keys have secondary functions when pressed with the FN key.
- Numeric Row: Contains numbers 1-0 and symbols, also accessible with the FN key for specific functions.
- Modifier Keys: Includes Shift, Ctrl, Alt, and Windows keys for various commands.
- Main Alphanumeric Keys: Standard QWERTY layout for typing.
- Navigation Cluster: Includes Insert, Home, Page Up, Delete, End, Page Down keys.
- Arrow Keys: Dedicated keys for directional control.
- Numpad: A separate numeric keypad on the right side.
- FN Key: A special function key that, when pressed in combination with other keys, activates secondary functions for media control, lighting, and system features.
Media Functions
Use the FN key in combination with the F keys to control media playback and volume:
- FN + F1: Media Player
- FN + F2: Volume Down
- FN + F3: Volume Up
- FN + F4: Volume Mute
- FN + F5: Stop
- FN + F6: Previous Track
- FN + F7: Play / Pause
- FN + F8: Next Track
- FN + F9: Default Email App
- FN + F10: Default Browser / Home Page
- FN + F11: My Computer
- FN + F12: Calculator
LED Lighting Adjustment
Customize your keyboard's lighting effects using the FN key:
- FN + Ins: Lighting Mode Switch (9 Modes)
- FN + ↑: Increase Brightness (3 Levels)
- FN + ↓: Decrease Brightness (3 Levels)
- FN + →: Increase Flashing Speed (4 Levels)
- FN + ←: Decrease Flashing Speed (4 Levels)
- FN + Win: Windows Lock / Unlock
- FN + W: Switch between WASD and Arrow Keys
Compliance Information
The following table details the presence of restricted substances in the keyboard components, adhering to relevant standards.
| Equipment name | Unit | Lead (Pb) | Mercury (Hg) | Cadmium (Cd) | Hexavalent Chromium (Cr+6) | Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB) | Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Printed Circuit Board | O | O | O | O | O | O | |
| Upper/Lower Case | O | O | O | O | O | O | |
| Keycaps | O | O | O | O | O | O | |
| Light Guide Column | O | O | O | O | O | O | |
| USB Cable | O | O | O | O | O | O | |
| Screws | O | O | O | O | O | O | |
| Foot Pad | O | O | O | O | O | O | |
| Outer Box Sticker | O | O | O | O | O | O |
Note 1: "Exceeding 0.1 wt%" and " exceeding 0.01 wt%" indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance exceeds the reference percentage value of presence condition.
Note 2: "O" indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed the percentage of reference value of presence.
Note 3: "-" indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption.
