Backlit keyboard? Any chance this has a backlit keyboard?
1969583
If this had a backlit keyboard it would be my dream laptop! I want USB 3.0, i5 or i7, and a backlit keyboard. Does ASUS make such a laptop in a 14" up to a 16" screen?
1969584
when all else fails google it, there are a few Asus illuminated keyboard styles... but not enough, I believe it should be optional on all keyboards over $500, it's only a $20 configurable upgrade at Toshiba. Sony has some too. Given their recent performance reviews, don't care what Dell
1969585
Regarding the USB 3.0., an alternative is to get a laptop with an express slot, 34 or 34/54, and buy a plug in adapter which offers you 2-USB 3.0 slots, they're backwards compatible for USB 2 & 1 too. Got mine from Tiger direct. This works fine if you're ok with something the size of the end of your thumb out the side of your machine.
1969586
To my knowledge only their gaming laptops are backlit. I wish Asus was petitioned to add a backlit keyboard to all their higher end products.
1460396
Yes. The keyboard is back lit kind of bluish white. There are three brightness levels - four if you count "off."
233243
I believe this model does have the backlit keyboard. But it only "lights up" when you actually touch the keys. If you are using touchscreen, the keyboard does not stay lit. Not sure why your touchscreen doesn't work.....
1101582
no, the keyboard is not back lit. it is a standard keyboard with typical layout including separate key pad
1181327
No, this Lenovo does not have a backlit keyboard. We do enjoy the ideapad very much however. Robin
635784
No it does not have a backlit keyboard...just a normal keyboard, but it feels very nice when typing. If you want a backlit keyboard, you can buy a wireless keyboard that has backlit which I did purchase since it is easier for me to type.
1676111
No, it's not backlit bright enough to type in complete darkness. What they meant by "backlit", is that on the top of the keyboard, it shows if the battery is fully charged, which is illuminated, but far from the degree to see the keyboard in complete darkness.
2173841
Keyboard is backlit and has varying degrees of brightness and the back light can even be turned off if u so desire
354510
The keyboard is not backlit. I touch type and know where the keys are but on occasion when my husband uses it he just tips the screen down a little and the light of the screen is sufficient to see the keys.
1411150
keyboard is not backlit and please ask any other question that you may have
310533
The quick answer is "NO" and I did not see a lighted keyboard option when I ordered mine. I have the all black keyboard and kinda wished I had ordered the white one.
1155995
Yes, it does have a blue-backlit keyboard of selectable brightness but unfortunately the backlight cannot be left on all the time. It lights about a second after starting to type which can be a little frustrating.
1611697
You can custom build it to have or not have backlit keyboard. This feature tacks on a good bit to price, but worth it!
1616160
No. This model didn't have the backlit keyboard. But that is not the reason that I returned it for a refund. The keyboard sucked, backlit or not.
1262067
It does not appear to. I have not looked into it extensively, there may be a way to switch them on. But the default is not a backlit keyboard.
1431037
Yep, typing on it right now in the dark. It is back lit to the color of your choosing, it can even cycle through colors... but that is distracting. And, yes it looks just like that photo. The only keys that are not back lit are the thumb mod keys below the spacebar.
256281
It doesn't have a backlit keyboard and the battery lasts about 6 hours. The computer is super fast with the solid state hard drive. The start up takes seconds! I have been very pleased with mine so far! I hope this helps!