YOU MUST REVIEW THE LISTING PHOTOS AND COMPARE THESE KEYCAPS WITH THE KEYCAPS IN YOUR M0487 KEYBOARD - THE M0487 APPLE II KEYBOARD WAS RELEASED WITH 2 DIFFERENT TYPES OF SWITCHES.
TO CONFIRM COMPATIBILITY -YOUR KEYBOARDS SERIAL NUMBER MUST START WITH THE LETTER "S"
These Vintage Apple Keyboard II replacement key caps are designed for the SMK Mechanical Keyboard- Model M0487. Made of ABS material in a gray color, these key caps feature an enhanced function keys design and a QWERTY keyboard layout.
ALL REPLACEMENT KEY CAPS WILL COME WITH THE ITEMS SHOWN IN THE LISTING PHOTOS.
IE: KEYCAP, SWITCH, SPRING ANDSOME LARGER KEYS WILL INCLUDE THE CLIPS AND STABILIZER BARS FOR THE KEYCAPS THAT REQUIRE THEM.
The M0487 keyboard—often referred to as the Apple Keyboard II—used SMK Mechanical switches before Apple moved to the rubber dome configuration which were less expensive. These SMK switches are known for their relatively quiet operation, along with the crisp "clickiness" of mechanical switches like Alps or Cherry MX.
The underside of the cap has a rectangular post and legs that stick down, and looking inside the keycap or keyboard, there is a white rectangular switch with wings. Serial number of keyboard starts with an S, and if you have taken the keyboard cover off, the controller board and inside the top are clearly marked SMK.Key characteristics of the SMK switches:• Type: Linear• Feel: Crisp and tactile• Sound: Clicky• Mount: Keycaps use a propriety mount made by SMK.Interestingly, some users have noted that the M0487 keyboard has a unique feel—described as “sturdy” and that the keys pop back up quickly under your fingers. Also, a quirky detail: the tactile orientation dots are on the D and K keys, rather than the usual F and J.
The key caps are wired and manufactured in Taiwan, providing compatibility with English language keyboards for a seamless replacement experience. Perfect for those looking to enhance their vintage computer setup with a touch of nostalgia and functionality.