Samsung Electronics ATIV Smart PC Keyboard Dock (AA-RD7NMKD/US), Blue

I haven't had any connection issues at all with this keyboard. It adds versatility to the tablet, allowing you to use it truly as a small laptop, and give you the ability to charge the tablet from the keyboard base. It DOES NOT have a battery of it's own, but it does have an AC port, so you can leave your docking station plugged into power on your desk and then remove your tablet to take it with you.The touchpad is responsive and works well, but is slower to register gestures than using the same gestures on the screen of the tablet. I just turned off most of the gestures on the touchpad, and kept is for the usual mouse capabilities. The touchpad also has mouse "buttons" in the lower left and right corners that physically depress for your left and right mouse clicks.I have also had no trouble at all with the keyboard staying connected to my tablet, even if I pick it up off of my desk by the "screen." I have heard that others have had some issues, but to date, I have not had any problems. It IS important to listen to hear a "click" to indicate that the clamps on the keyboard dock are fully engaged. Since that click and the chime of the dick connecting can be nearly simultaneous, (the chime happens when the magnetic connection is made to the keyboard and the click is when the clamps engage) it can be hard to hear. That makes me wonder if some of the people having problems are missing the "click" of the clamps and stop pushing down when they hear the chime and the clamps do not fully engage for them.The 2 USB ports work fine, will charge my iPhone (and so I assume any other phone) just fine also. I have used thumb drives, external Hard Drives, Logitech external DVD player/burner, and a USB hub to test the USB ports, and everything has worked exactly as it should.All in all, I'm very happy with the keyboard, and would recommend it to anyone who wants to use their ATIV like a netbook/small laptop.

Super keyboard. Wish I would have ordered this a long time ago. This keyboard was not available when I bought my Samsung tablet so I ordered a wireless/bluetooth Microsoft keyboard which worked great. But since I am used to a more *regular sized keyboard* the wireless keyboard drove me crazy. All the letters were so close together; the keyboard was short and narrow, not even close to a regular keyboard at all. This keyboard has NOT disappointed!

Received my Keyboard Dock yesterday, and I must say that I was a little worried because of other reviews with regards to the stability of the docking aspect.Others have reported losing connectivity and the beeping to indicate that it is (undocked)new word lol.My take on it, and I have not had any problems thus far is that you really have to push hard and I mean hard, don't be afraid to break anything. My opinion is that it was Samsung's engineering design to make sure that it stays docked and you can move it about like a net/ultra book without it falling apart. I have on a Skinomi screen protector and after undocking there is the indentation showing all the points of contacts,which proves what a firm/tight fit there is. Again only from pushing down hard to ensure it is fully connected. Users may just be afraid to push thinking that they will break it,hence poor connectivity,beeping. You may not always hear the click after the beep but once you push down hard enough it will be secure with no issues. One other thing I almost forgot and I don't know if it is a bios setting or flaw, but sometimes if I boot while being docked the tab goes straight into the system bios. If I undock it boots up normally and then I dock with no further issues.I will check on it when I get time and will update under the Keyboard review just in case there are users experiencing this.Feel of product: Nice keyboard feel, just like a regular laptop, good spacing even for big fingers. After docking you can easily forget it's and Tablet/Ultra Book because of the snug and compact feel. I recommend.

Well, the disconnect issue seems to crop up with this dock I purchased, however, it when I try to use it on a non-stable surface. If it's on a desk, no problem. I think it's more a driver issue, however. Power connection is never lost, just occasionally mouse and keyboard. The driver should be written to expect this, and seamlessly reconnect them.But, the feel of this keyboard is decent. Yes, it's a small keyboard, and not a giant one. It works great to take to the library and do work there, and to have on my desk at the office to work. It can't replace a full sized keyboard for long work-sessions, but it'll work fine for the life of the battery on the tablet.

Item as described & shipped promptly in good packaging. This keyboard fits perfectly with the Samsung ATIV tablet. I am extremely pleased with the great quality and design. It has 2 usb ports. I also like the way the keys feel. Overall a great buy for an amazing price. I highly recommend this product.

THIS PRODUCT IS NOT WARRANTED. The connection problem stems from the failure of the latch. There are 2 small hooks that grab the tablet. One or both of these hooks break off causing the tablet to lose connection. This is the second keyboard dock I owned. The first was ordered with an ATIV 500, and I was able to get it repaired under warranty using the ATIV part# and serial number. I purchased a second keyboard dock as a backup. that one also failed when a hook broke off. After several hours on the phone with Samsung service, and after being shunted from department to department, I was finally told by a service supervisor that the keyboard dock was not warranted and could not be serviced, or replaced. I have never before had such a bad experience with a manufacturer. My attempts to get service from Samsung was a complete and utter waste of time and energy.

This keyboard is a fantastic addition to my ATIV Smart PC tablet. It adds and extra 2 USB ports and a well placed AC adapter port. I love that there is a light for the CAPS LOCK KEY. It helps keep me from accidentally typing in all caps.Keep in mind that it is a pain connect the two parts.