Keyboard HP USB Standard Keyboard DT528A#ABF

The HP USB Standard Keyboard DT528A#ABF is a full-size wired keyboard with a straightforward layout and a USB connection. It has a 1.8 m cable for flexible placement and a choice of three tilt positions (flat, 6° or 12°) to support comfortable typing. The keyboard is designed for everyday home and office use and includes a spill-drain feature and removable painted strip to facilitate recycling.

Advantages

This full-size keyboard offers a familiar layout and tactile feel suitable for prolonged use. The three-position tilt allows users to choose a comfortable angle, while the spill-drain design reduces the risk of damage from accidental liquid spills. The long 1.8 m USB cable provides placement flexibility, and the removable painted strip supports end-of-life recycling.

Suitable for

• Everyday office and home typing tasks
• Workstations that require a full-size (100%) keyboard layout
• Environments where occasional liquid spills are possible
• Users who prefer a wired USB connection and fixed-key layouts

When it may not be suitable

This wired keyboard is not suitable for users who require a wireless connection or a compact/tenkeyless layout. It also does not include a mouse and lacks programmable hot-keys, so it may not meet the needs of users who require customizable shortcuts or additional multimedia keys.

Key specifications

• Interface: USB
• Form factor: Full-size (100%) with 105-key layout
• Cable length: 1.8 m
• Tilt options: 0°, 6°, 12° (adjustable via tilt legs)
• Spill protection: Spill-drain feature to reduce liquid damage
• Recyclability: Painted strip removable for recycling processes

How to use

Connect the keyboard to a free USB port on your computer using the attached 1.8 m cable. Choose the preferred typing angle by extending or retracting the tilt legs to 0°, 6° or 12°. Place the keyboard on a flat surface and type as usual; no special software is required for basic functionality. If a liquid is spilled, follow standard cleaning and drying procedures and refer to manufacturer guidance for further care.

What to consider before purchase

• Requires a wired USB connection — not suitable if you need wireless freedom
• Full-size layout — check if a compact or tenkeyless keyboard is preferred
• No mouse included — plan to purchase separately if needed
• No programmable hot-keys — consider if customizable keys are required

Usage recommendations

For daily productivity, connect via USB and set the keyboard to the tilt angle that reduces wrist strain. Keep beverages away to minimise spill risk even though spill-drain protection is present, and remove the painted strip at disposal to support recycling.