If I tried to use this with a chromebook, how might the backlight work without the software?

My Steel Series 5 has multiple color schemes per line of keys with variations of green, blueish green, blue, blueish purple , pinkish purple and it comes in waves.

what is three way cable routing?

The cable that actually comes out of the keyboard can be routed 1 of 3 ways. If you look at the rear of the product in the photos, you'll see 3 distinct channels for the cable to be routed. Out the middle top, out the top left, and out the top right. It's basically just for a tiny bit of additional cable management but otherwise doesn't have any impact on the product

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SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL RGB Gaming Keyboard – Tenkeyless Compact Form Factor - 8-Zone RGB Illumination – IP32 Water & Dust Resistant – Whisper Quiet Gaming Switch – Gaming Grade Anti-Ghosting

SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL RGB Gaming Keyboard – Tenkeyless Compact Form Factor - 8-Zone RGB Illumination – IP32 Water & Dust Resistant – Whisper Quiet Gaming Switch – Gaming Grade Anti-Ghosting

Product ID: 587989861

Details

Brand
SteelSeries
Compatible Devices
Laptop
Connectivity Technology
USB
Keyboard Description
Gaming
Recommended Uses For Product
Gaming

🎨8-Zone RGB Illumination

💧IP32 Water & Dust Resistant

🔇Whisper Quiet Gaming Switches

Description

🎮 Elevate your game with silent precision and splash-proof style

PRO LEVEL DURABILITY - Over 20 million whisper-quiet keystrokes for relentless gaming marathons
INSTANT MEDIA CONTROL - Dedicated volume wheel and media keys keep you in the zone without missing a beat
SPILL PROOF CONFIDENCE - IP32 water and dust resistance means your keyboard survives life’s unexpected moments
IMMERSIVE RGB EXPERIENCE - 8 customizable lighting zones with 16.8 million colors to sync your setup
STREAMLINED TENKEYLESS DESIGN - More desk space for epic mouse control favored by esports pros

The SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL is a tenkeyless gaming keyboard designed for esports professionals and serious gamers. It features whisper-quiet switches rated for over 20 million keystrokes, IP32 water and dust resistance, and customizable 8-zone RGB lighting with 16.8 million colors. Its compact form factor frees up desk space for enhanced mouse movement, while dedicated multimedia controls and anti-ghosting technology ensure seamless, responsive gameplay.

Specifications

ASIN	B09FTNMT84
Antenna Location	Gaming, Multimedia
Best Sellers Rank	#1,096,320 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #749 in Gaming Keyboards
Box Contents	USB Cable
Brand	SteelSeries
Brand Name	SteelSeries
Button Quantity	87
Colour	Rgb
Compatible Devices	Laptop
Connectivity Technology	USB
Customer Reviews	4.5 out of 5 stars 2,262 Reviews
External Testing Certification	não aplicavel
Generation	3rd Generation
Global Trade Identification Number	00810052980270
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Item Type Name	keyboard
Item Weight Unit of Measure	1.4 Pounds
Keyboard Description	Gaming
Language	English
Manufacturer	steel
Manufacturer Part Number	64831
Model Number	64831
Number of Keys	87
Number of Sections	2
Product Features	Water Resistant
Recommended Uses For Product	Gaming, Multimedia
Series Number	64831
Special Feature	Water Resistant
Switch Type	Mechanical
UPC	810052980270

Reviews

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11.03.2023

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23.02.2026

M**N

8.03.2026

D**S

19.02.2022

C**A

17.07.2025

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