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[@miladesn]

The pcb on this supports screw in stabs. The plate is the problem. You have to file it down to make space. The PCB overall is fairly decent, hope somebody ports QMK to it. You might be able to just build this plateless actually if you use 5pin switches. Some switches fit tighter than others, like Kailh Box Crystal are very tight white JWKs are terrible. It should sound a lot better too, see Cherry's own G80-3000 that are plateless.

[@TheAsianNerd]

Yeah, because the stabs cut out is for plate mount stabs. Perhaps Kbdfans' new stabs can be used.

[@Keyboomph_]

Honeslty this is soo good for its price. I would def recommend people who are looking for a Budget TKL. Another great video man!

[@TheAsianNerd]

Broooo thanks for dropping by!

[@AWACSROCKET]

@Xanniard_B&M thx i am getting one next year and here is my build! the keyboard in this video, glorious lynix switches and some green keycaps!

[@Samazing01]

Great video sir, why didn't you place foam at the very bottom of the case? I noticed you left it out at 4:42. Thanks!

[@TheAsianNerd]

The bottom row doesn't have enough tolerance for the thick foam I'm using

[@Samazing01]

@@TheAsianNerd Noted Sir, I also use a thick foam so I will also avoid placing one on the bottom row for my build.

[@rangertreaty2945]

First of all great video! I did still have a few questions. With the rgb, is it controlled using certain commands or is their downloadable software? Also, is it possible to change the top plate out for another material and if so how would you determine the comparability?

[@TheAsianNerd]

Thank you for your kind words! Sorry I forgot if the software can control the RGB. It doesn't have other plate options. The screw holes make it even harder to find a compatible one.

[@rykaii.]

Hi! I recently bought this keyboard and was wondering if you knew how to turn off the RGB? Great vid btw :))

[@TheAsianNerd]

Thanks man. I'm afraid you will need to use their software for that.

[@tenkeyzen1860]

Hey the Asian nerd I was wondering how did you take the 2 screws at the back cos my screws are really deep my screwdriver can't seem to reach it down there

[@TheAsianNerd]

You need a long boi 🤤

[@tenkeyzen1860]

@@TheAsianNerd 😫 thanks man

[@khoibui4749]

what’s the tool you use to open it? I barely cannot open it

[@chumsx]

does the mk870 support screw-in stabs? thinking of upgrading mine. great vid!

[@patiszejuicebox]

It does, but you have to get a different plate for it. Luckily, there's both a brass plate and a PC plate option on Aliexpress that have PCB mount support, so start there!

[@albioncia]

whats the point of nk65 when you can get this at way cheaper price and in stock all the time. they both offer almost the same thing, the difference is nk65 has a dampener which you can also add to mk870 for a combine cost thats way cheaper than nk65

[@TheAsianNerd]

If a person absolutely hates TKL then perhaps they should go for the NK65

[@superblitz2274]

this also has something called a "premium high density silicone mat" which they claim is for sound dampening...is this true?

[@rarepepecombos8743]

isn't the novelkey87 the more comparible comparison? I was thinking of getting it. or the gg87. bought the mk870 since I need a cheap board when my gmmk pro failed.

[@rarepepecombos8743]

how is the keyboard holding up now

[@TheAsianNerd]

Fine and dandy

[@xxby462]

Hey bro, if I were to buy a brass plate for this how would I go about removing the old plate and installing the new one? I noticed in your video that the plate was still attached to the pcb. Is it removable to install a brass plate (i found a brass plate that fits so that isn't an issue) I just want to know if removing the pcb from the old plate is doable

[@TheAsianNerd]

just a couple of screws but yeah you can remove the plate from the pcb. Just make sure the plate you are using is for this keyboard.

[@char7a396]

I wonder how much polling rate does this kb has?

[@joellie2994]

Hello, would like to know what you didn't foam the last row of the keyboard

[@TheAsianNerd]

That row has a shorter case height, which means not so hollow. If filling up with neoprene foam, I reckon the keyboard will sound very muted.

[@joellie2994]

@@TheAsianNerd i see! Thank you so much for your reply. Just gotten a Mk870 and thinking what i should be modding. The case seems really hard to open. Do you think this build would be better with a plate foam?

[@TheAsianNerd]

without foams this keyboard isn't sounding too hollow, so I don't think plate foam is going to bring large impact to the sound

[@washeduppianist2139]

Does the software provide function layers?

[@leoinlalaland3984]

Do the durock v2 stabilizers fit on this board ?

[@shaefer_]

which driver do i download for the mk870 barebones?

[@tenkeyzen1860]

Sorry but i have so many questions but is it easy to take off the MK case just removing screws?

[@TheAsianNerd]

Like most plastic case, you need some guitar picks also to unclip the upper and lower housing.

[@tenkeyzen1860]

@@TheAsianNerd I don't have one of those I have no idea what item would be the same as that

[@kingofcats6764]

how do you open this pls I have been trying for hours

[@Heart0rHead]

4 screws at the bottom (2 under the adjustable feet - sticker) then with plastic tool you have to pry all around the top cover the get it pop, don't force anything.

[@Slumpgodcasper]

I saw this on aliexpress and was hesitant to pull the trigger on it but I guess I’ll be buying one now lol great video

[@TheAsianNerd]

Go brother! Have fun with it!

[@calvinyip364]

How does this compare to the ciy84? Is it better?

[@ChungyCheese]

I've heard about latency issues with these. Is that true?

[@Dubsys]

I just got mine today and put it together, No latency issues as far as I can tell in Etternia. I don't play osu so I can't give any data there.

[@zoom7842]

Is it good for gaming

[@TheAsianNerd]

What is your criteria of "good for gaming" tho? If you are talking about responses, just use USB connection, throw in some short-travelling switches e.g. cherry silver, and you are good to go. If you are talking about macro keys, sadly it doesn't have macro keys.

[@zoom7842]

@@TheAsianNerd i changed my mind thank you for the answer tho im sorry

[@xBartGR]

Hi i would like to build my first keyboard after many pre-built. I'm doing lots of research and i've stumbled upon your (great) video. A few questions: is this compatible with 3 pin Gateron/Cherry style switches or just Kailh? Also, do you recommend this board as i want a TKL format with RGB but not too expensive? is it beginner friendly or it's a pain to work?

[@TheAsianNerd]

Hey bro thank you for your kind words. I think this board is not the easiest to open. You definitely need some guitar picks to open it up. Also, you can use 3 pins or 5 pins switches on this board, it's not Kailh switches only. Cherry, Gateron, TTC, basically a lot of commonly found switches can be used on this board.

[@gabxln]

its compatible with durock v2 stabs?

[@TheAsianNerd]

The mounting plate is designed for plate mount stabs, so if you are using durock v2 pcb mount, you might need to file down the stabs.

[@armaan_ahsan]

Will this keyboard have any issues with shine through keycaps since it's LEDs are south facing?

[@TheAsianNerd]

South facing LED is more about minimizing keycaps interference issue. It's more about the sounds. If RGB is your top priority tho, the keychron K8 is a good choice.

[@eysgaming853]

Hi, i wanna ask how thick the neoprene foam that you used? Is it 2mm or 3mm? Thanks

[@TheAsianNerd]

3mm

[@z3ptgamimg773]

is that the wired only mode or tri mode??

[@eggu1016]

i just ordered it! i love your video it was super helpful and clear

[@TheAsianNerd]

Glad it was helpful! Enjoy your keyboard! Let me know how your build turns out!

[@eggu1016]

@@TheAsianNerd hey! i just got my keyboard today :) i rly love the stabs so much these are probably the best stock stabs ive ever used!! thanks for the video im glad i got this keyboard

[@xxby462]

how long did it take for you to get this item shipped to you. Also how do you prevent the hotswap sockets from popping off when inserting ur switches?

[@TheAsianNerd]

On Taobao, from China to HK, 1 week. To prevent hotswap sockets from falling off, a tip is to press against the sockets from the bottom with your finger and insert the switch. Also make sure the pins are straight.

[@nyipnyerp3439]

yo how do you disassemble the non transparent version of this

[@sweetalert480]

nice cinematic video

[@TheAsianNerd]

Thanks!

[@bootleg7335]

what mount is this board? top or gasket or etc

[@TheAsianNerd]

tray mount

[@JoaoCarlos-ks8rx]

I'm using this keyboard for like 2 days, but it seems a little slow on Osu! I think this could be the polling rate, but didn't find any information about it... Anyone knows?

[@TheAsianNerd]

Sorry I don't have the information but I will check with FULING to see if they have any ideas

[@keybonthego2526]

Hello, do you know why windows defender detecting the software for this keyb as a virus?

[@marcossequeira5433]

Hi! it's compatible with 5 pin switches? thnx a lot!

[@TheAsianNerd]

Yes, it is

[@wishtudio]

just ordered mine! hopefully it's good

[@wishtudio]

by the way your videos are great, helpful for me that don't even know how to open the case lol

[@TheAsianNerd]

Enjoy your keyboard bro!!!! Thank you for your kind words. I'm happy to know that my videos are helpful to you!

[@wishtudio]

mine has arrived and damn i have no words this board is worth the price lol

[@darelldy4952]

I have the same board, i think putting 1 layer of eva foam isn't enough.

[@TheAsianNerd]

That's cool, you can add as much as you want or as little as you want. It's all preferential.

[@darelldy4952]

@@TheAsianNerd I mean the upper half's too deep, I think putting 2 layers or more eva foam is good. But you it's all preference.

[@rodovelazquez]

Is it via or qmk compatible??

[@TheAsianNerd]

It is not but FL Esport has their own software for customizing the keyboard

[@ethanical7529]

is it mac os compatible?

[@tenkeyzen1860]

Can I use the protective foam that came with it as PE foam mod?

[@TheAsianNerd]

I don't like and don't recommend PE foam mod. For a similar result you can use KBDFan's switch pads

[@tenkeyzen1860]

@@TheAsianNerd oooh switch pads never heard pf them ill give it a try

[@_kailyn197]

is there any deck flex on the case?

[@TheAsianNerd]

No, it is quite sturdy

[@_kailyn197]

@@TheAsianNerd ty for replying

[@armaan_ahsan]

Can u control the RGB of individual keys with the software?

[@TheAsianNerd]

Yup. it's customizable with it's software

[@Ce_Isma13]

@@TheAsianNerd Where do you download the software??

[@datboi9077]

Pretty sure the software has a virus tho doesn’t it?

[@flamehours4]

Im still waiting for mine

[@TheAsianNerd]

Enjoy your keyboard when it arrives!

[@flamehours4]

@@TheAsianNerd ty

[@flamehours4]

@@TheAsianNerd i finally finished my build, took me a while, overall i think the kb is decent , things that could be improved on are the feet quality, and the process of taking the case apart was very hard, was not able to change the stabilizer for my space bar but i did for the rest. anyways this isnt a bad keyboard , this is my first build and i really like it i would highly recommend this to starters

[@TheAsianNerd]

@@flamehours4 the affordability of this keyboard can excuse some of it's quality flaws, unlike *cough* GMMK Pro

[@jonahjameson272]

@@TheAsianNerd Soo is this keyboard better than Gmmk regular? I have gmmk with gateron clears and so far no issues going on a year+. BUT I want to build a new keyboard with some speed switches and looking at this OR a Womier K87 which Amazon has and it comes with Gateron Yellows which I can change springs to make lighter! What should I do Mr. Asian Nerd?!

[@dosdg9856]

do you have the software for this?

[@TheAsianNerd]

Updated the link in the video description

[@dosdg9856]

@@TheAsianNerd thank you sir!

[@Red-in4fx]

How do I turn off the lights?

[@ties9123]

Software

[@deskofden]

Nice! Too bad blue is oos on TB！

[@TheAsianNerd]

They still have the transparent pink and transparent black

[@kien5166]

does it have a usb pasthrough?

[@TheAsianNerd]

00:40 - 01:18

[@kien5166]

@@TheAsianNerd thank you! didnt notice that. i almost bought it AHAHAH

[@danta3821]

is it worth the price?

[@TheAsianNerd]

That's a very philosophical question. To me, the price of CNY$230 is very affordable and what it offers far surpass its competitors, so I think it is totally worth it. However, it comes down to your own preference - Do you like plastic case? Do you like Hotswap PCB? Do you like TKL layout? Is CNY$230 too much for you? Do you like building your own keyboard? I hope these questions can help you identify whether this is a worthy purchase to you.

[@danta3821]

@@TheAsianNerd i think thats a worth to me, thanks for the answer and keep making videos about mk870 thanks!

[@mosk11tto]

There is no other board with better price, this is extremely good

[@danta3821]

by the way what tools do u use to open the case?

[@mosk11tto]

@@danta3821 I'm quite sure this has the same case design as one of my other boards and for that I've used ruler mostly. I feel guitar pick would be ideal since it's thinner at the end. And for technique you try to get whatever tool you are using between there and then slide it while pushing to make sure it doesnt pop out.

[@flowstate6]

I love this chill vide bro

[@TheAsianNerd]

Thanks bro!

[@kiwirgerahanu7827]

i have the keyboard but i cant download the software, apparently its not working on windows 10 or something do you have any solution?

[@TheAsianNerd]

I am using windows 10 and I can use the software. What errors have you encountered?

[@kiwirgerahanu7827]

@@TheAsianNerd something something the access is denied

[@dixonho4420]

@@kiwirgerahanu7827 U need to turn off ur anti-virus to let it run

[@nyipnyerp3439]

yo how do you disassemble the non transparent version of this