In this article we are going to take a look at the Quick Fire XTi keyboard from Cooler Master, which does employ a compact layout while keeping the full-sized numeric pad and incorporating the status LEDs functionality into the respective keys. We can also make use of the multicolor per-key backlighting and macro recording capabilities straight from the keyboard itself, without using extra software on our computer. The product does ship inside a medium-sized cardboard enclosure, which does show the keyboard in operation, but also the Cherry MX switch variant we have purchased; while our sample has arrived with Cherry MX Brown switches, there is also a Cherry MX Blue and a Cherry MX Red model available for purchase:

On the back side of the box we will be able to spot the main product features, written in different languages:

The Quick Fire XTi can be found inside the cardboard enclosure extra wrapped with a cloth bag in order to avoid scratches during transit:

As bundle, we will receive a simple cardboard manual, along with a separate bag with accessories:

The very handy key puller is supplied with the Quick Fire XTi, along with the USB cable and one key cap for replacement:

The braided USB cable does have a length of 1.5m and its USB connectors are gold-plated for optimal contact:

The Cooler Master supplied their key cap for replacement of the Fn or Windows key; the manufacturer has used UV key cap coating for extended quality and durability so they won’t wear off during extensive use:

The small manual will teach us how to operate each function on the keyboard:

Quick Fire XTi has a nice and clean layout; the top black plastic layer comes with a rubberized finish as we have seen on many other models coming from Cooler Master: