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Black mechanical keyboard with red backlighting and textured FPS MOBA keycaps

Corsair

Corsair CH-9000226-NA STRAFE gaming keyboard Cherry MX Blue

SKU CH-E5PX-7HRX7 MPN CH-9000226-NA

Mechanical gaming keyboard with Cherry MX Blue switches, red backlighting, USB pass-through, and 104-key rollover

  • NameSTRAFE
  • Keyboard InterfaceUSB
  • Design StyleGaming
  • Key SwitchCherry MX Blue
  • Keyboard ColorBlack
  • BacklitRed

Key Switch Type Cherry MX Blue

Style Red LED

  • Cherry MX Blue switches give tactile, clicky feedback for precise actuation
  • Dynamic red backlighting offers adjustable illumination with multiple preset patterns
  • Fully programmable keys allow macro assignment and per-key remapping
  • USB pass-through port keeps a mouse or headset adapter within reach
  • 104-key rollover with 100 % anti-ghosting registers every simultaneous press

Product identity

The Corsair STRAFE CH-9000226-NA is a wired mechanical gaming keyboard that uses Cherry MX Blue switches for tactile, clicky feedback. It connects through USB and requires a PC with two USB 2.0 ports running Windows 7, 8 or 10. The red LED backlighting offers dynamic lighting control across the full 104-key layout.

Bundled accessories

The package includes contoured FPS and MOBA keycap sets plus a keycap puller so you can swap the most-used keys for better grip during long sessions. A USB pass-through port sits on the keyboard frame, letting you plug in a mouse, wireless headset adapter or phone without reaching the rear of the case. Dedicated multimedia controls provide quick volume adjustment while you play.

Installation notes

Plug the two USB connectors into the PC and the keyboard is recognised immediately on supported Windows versions; no driver download is required for basic operation. Advanced macro programming and lighting presets need the Corsair Utility Engine software, which must be installed separately. The keycap puller makes swapping the included FPS and MOBA caps straightforward, though the Cherry MX stems are tight so pull vertically to avoid bending the switch stems. The USB pass-through adds a second cable, so ensure both ports are free on the host machine.

Highlights

  • Cherry MX Blue switches give tactile, clicky feedback for precise actuation
  • Dynamic red backlighting offers adjustable illumination with multiple preset patterns
  • Fully programmable keys allow macro assignment and per-key remapping
  • USB pass-through port keeps a mouse or headset adapter within reach
  • 104-key rollover with 100 % anti-ghosting registers every simultaneous press

Specifications

BrandCorsair
NameSTRAFE
ModelCH-9000226-NA
Keyboard InterfaceUSB
Design StyleGaming
Key SwitchCherry MX Blue
Keyboard ColorBlack
BacklitRed
Dimensions1.57" x 17.64" x 6.69"
TypeWired
Mouse IncludedNo
Operating System SupportedWindows 10, Windows 8, or Windows 7
System RequirementPC with 2 USB 2.0 ports
Features100% Cherry MX key switches - Gold contact Cherry MX mechanical gaming keys deliver the ultimate
competitive advantage
Dynamic backlighting - Brilliant RED backlighting enhances the experience with virtually unlimited lighting
adjustability
Fully programmable - Reassign any key or set up the most extreme macros for effortless gaming
USB Pass-Through Port - Positioned for uninterrupted game play and ready for your mouse, wireless
headset adapter, or your phone
FPS/MOBA keycap sets - Textured and contoured keycaps enable maximum grip and enhanced feel
Gaming Grade Circuitry - 100% anti
Package ContentsCorsair Gaming STRAFE mechanical gaming keyboard
FPS & MOBO keycap sets, Keycap Puller
Quick start guide
Shipping weight1.77 kg
Package size495 × 277 × 53 mm

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Questions about this item

How long do the Cherry MX Blue switches last before they need replacing?

The switches are rated for 50 million key presses, which Corsair describes as an industry-leading lifetime rating.

What stops the keyboard from registering every key when I type very fast?

It supports 104-key rollover over USB with 100% anti-ghosting, so every key press registers even during rapid input.

How much heat or noise does the keyboard produce when it runs all day with the backlight on?

The keyboard is passively cooled and silent apart from the clicky Cherry MX Blue switches; the red LED backlight adds negligible heat.

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