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Black modular gaming keyboard with detachable numpad, function strip, palm rest and touchscreen control module

MAD CATZ

MAD CATZ MCB43109N002/02/1 S.T.R.I.K.E. 7 gaming keyboard

SKU CH-2ST5-1JPHG MPN MCB43109N002/02/1

A fully modular gaming keyboard with five detachable components, a V.E.N.O.M. TFT-LCD touchscreen control module, and 12 built-in applications for macro programming

  • Product nameS.T.R.I.K.E. 7
  • Keyboard connectionUSB
  • StyleGaming
  • Wrist rest3-Part Active Palm Rest and Two Wrist Rests
  • Keyboard colorBlack
  • Compatible systemsWindows 7 Windows Vista Windows XP
  • Modular five-part design lets you arrange only the modules you need
  • V.E.N.O.M. TFT-LCD touchscreen on the Control Module gives direct access to settings
  • 12 built-in applications extend functionality without extra software
  • Uncomplicated macro programming assigns complex keystroke sequences to a single press
  • Full metal chassis provides a rigid platform that resists flex during intense play

Modular Gaming Keyboard

The Mad Catz S.T.R.I.K.E. 7 is a fully modular gaming keyboard built around five interlocking hardware modules. A control module with V.E.N.O.M. TFT-LCD touchscreen, main keyboard, function strip, numeric keypad and three-part active palm rest with two wrist rests can be arranged to suit RPG, FPS, MMO, RTS or MOBA play styles. The full metal chassis provides structural rigidity across every configuration.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Under extended gaming sessions the metal chassis resists flex while the modular joints maintain alignment without loosening. The V.E.N.O.M. touchscreen delivers continuous access to 12 built-in applications and macro controls without requiring software alt-tabs. RGB halo backlighting operates at consistent brightness and the USB interface sustains reliable data throughput for simultaneous keystroke registration during prolonged competitive matches.

Installation and Common Issues

Connection uses a single USB cable with no additional drivers required for basic operation on supported Windows versions. The modular segments lock together physically before software configuration begins. Builders who need a fixed single-piece layout may find the adjustable segments unnecessary. Macro programming depth relies on the graphical interface which some users may prefer to replace with simpler key-binding tools.

How it compares

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Price $210.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 3,966 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameMad Catz
Model nameMCB43109N002/02/1
Product nameS.T.R.I.K.E. 7
StyleGaming
Keyboard colorBlack
Connectivity
Keyboard connectionUSB
Size & build
Shipping weight3.72 kg
Package size386 × 241 × 196 mm
Compatibility
Compatible systemsWindows 7
Windows Vista
Windows XP
More details
Wrist rest3-Part Active Palm Rest and Two Wrist Rests

Questions about this item

Does the V.E.N.O.M. TFT-LCD touchscreen add noticeable heat or power draw during long sessions?

The touchscreen is built into the Control Module and draws power from the single USB connection; no extra power adapter is required and the metal chassis helps dissipate any warmth.

What must my PC already have for the S.T.R.I.K.E. 7 to function?

A free USB port and Windows XP, Vista or 7 are all that is needed; the keyboard is fully powered over that connection.

Will the modular numpad and function strip still work if I keep my older PS/2 keyboard for typing?

Yes — each module connects through the main keyboard via the internal docking system, so the numpad and function strip operate independently of any other keyboard you leave plugged in.

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