Razer BlackWidow Manual and FAQ

: June 7, 2024
: Razer

Table of Contents

Razer BlackWidow Support
Common Questions
Troubleshooting
- My Razer BlackWidow will sometimes repeat or spam when I press the keys.
- Downloads
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

Razer BlackWidow Support

Common Questions

What comes in the box of a Razer BlackWidow 2019?

The box of the Razer BlackWidow 2019 contains the Razer BlackWidow 2019 Keyboard and an Important Product Information Guide.

Is the Razer BlackWidow 2019 supported in Synapse 3?

Yes, the Razer BlackWidow 2019 is supported by Synapse 3.

What type of switches does the Razer BlackWidow 2019 use?

The Razer BlackWidow 2019 uses Razer Green Mechanical Switches designed for gaming.

Do I need software drivers to use the Razer BlackWidow 2019?

You may use the standard keyboard functions by simply plugging the Razer BlackWidow 2019 to an available USB port on your computer. However, you will need to download Razer Synapse 3 in order to enable advanced features such as macro recording, profile settings, and lighting.

Can I replace the keycaps on the Razer BlackWidow 2019?

Yes. The Razer BlackWidow 2019 keycaps can be replaced. Please be careful when removing larger keys (e.g., spacebar, shift, etc.) as some of these keys have stabilizers and could break if removed hastily.

Can I adjust the backlight brightness on the Razer BlackWidow 2019?

Yes, you can adjust the backlight brightness in Synapse 3 or on-the-fly by using Fn + F11 to make it dimmer and Fn + F12 to make it brighter.

Will my Razer BlackWidow 2019 work on a gaming console (Xbox360, PS4,

etc.)?

Our PC USB products are meant for PC use. However, Microsoft has recently enabled support for keyboards and mice on Xbox One as an option for game publishers to allow keyboard and mice input in-game. For more information, please refer to this Xbox One article.

Does the BlackWidow 2019 feature a USB pass-through and a 3.5mm audio

jack?

No, the BlackWidow 2019 does not feature a USB pass-through or 3.5mm jack.

How long is the cable on the Razer BlackWidow 2019?

The cable on the Razer BlackWidow 2019 is 2 meters/6 feet.

Does the Razer BlackWidow 2019 feature Chroma Lighting?

Yes. The BlackWidow 2019 has Razer Chroma™ customizable backlighting with 16.8 million color options.

What Chroma lighting quick effects are available on the Razer BlackWidow

2019?

The Razer BlackWidow supports the following Synapse Quick Effects:

Breathing
Fire
Reactive
Ripple
Spectrum Cycling
Starlight
Static
Wave

Troubleshooting

My Razer BlackWidow will sometimes repeat or spam when I press the keys.

How do I fix this?

Please be sure the Razer BlackWidow 2019 has the latest firmware installed. Razer Synapse 3 should automatically prompt the customer to update. If this is not happening or if you are still experiencing issues, please see Razer BlackWidow 2019 Firmware Updater.

To see more general faqs for peripherals, go to the KEYBOARD FAQs.