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Looking up the exact specs on the Perixx PERIBOARD-317? Here’s the full spec sheet, pulled from the manufacturer’s product page and confirmed by hands-on testing.
The PERIBOARD-317 has a big print letter together with a backlit feature, and it helps the user to use the keyboard at night or in a dark environment without any problem.
Physical Dimensions
- Length: 17.5 in (444 mm)
- Width: 5.7 in (145 mm)
- Height (front): 0.55 in (14 mm)
- Height (rear with feet): 1.05 in (27 mm)
- Weight: 1.3 lb (590 g)
Layout & Keys
- Key count: 104 keys (full size, US ANSI)
- Form factor: 100% with numpad
- Function row: Yes, plus dedicated multimedia function combos
- Keycap material: ABS plastic, laser-printed legends
- Legend size: Approximately 3x standard keycap text
- Legend color: White on matte black keycaps
- Tactile markers: F, J, and numpad 5 keys
Backlight
- Light source: White LED under each keycap
- Brightness levels: 3 (low, medium, high), plus off
- Control: Fn + dedicated brightness keys
- Memory: Setting persists after unplug
Switch & Typing
- Switch type: Low-profile membrane (rubber dome)
- Travel distance: Approximately 2.5 mm
- Actuation force: Light (~55 g)
- Noise level: Quiet — suitable for shared spaces
- Lifespan rating: 10 million keystrokes (per Perixx)
Connectivity
- Connection: USB-A wired
- Cable length: ~5 ft (1.5 m)
- Driver requirement: None — plug and play
- Compatibility: Windows 7/8/10/11, macOS, Chrome OS, Linux
- Polling rate: Standard USB HID (125 Hz)
In the Box
- Perixx PERIBOARD-317 keyboard
- User manual
- 2-year manufacturer warranty
Compatibility Notes
The PERIBOARD-317 maps to standard USB HID keycodes, which means it works with every accessibility software stack on the market — JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver on macOS, and Windows Narrator all recognize it as a generic keyboard. No special driver or configuration needed.
For Mac users, the layout maps the Windows key to Command and the Alt key to Option. The function key combos for backlight control work on both platforms.
Where It Fits
The PERIBOARD-317 is the entry-level “I want one keyboard that handles everything” pick in our large-print keyboard roundup. If you need an alternative without a backlight for maximum legend size, see the Luminous 4X. If you want extreme color contrast, see the Big Bright Easy-See Yellow.
