Product Guide GMMK 2 65% Keyboard
PRODUCT GUIDE
GMMK 2 (65%)
Getting Started
Set-Up
What's in the Box?
• 1× GMMK 2 (65%) Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
• 1× 6 ft (1.83 m) Braided USB Cable
• 1× Switch Puller Tool
• 1× Keycap Puller Tool
Note: Barebones keyboards do not include switches or keycaps.
Plug & Play
Connect the keyboard to an available USB port and the keyboard will automatically install all necessary drivers.
System Requirements
• Available USB port
• Windows 7+, MacOS, Linux
Software
Glorious CORE
Instructions for downloading Glorious CORE are available at the link below. CORE is not required to use the GMMK 2, but is needed to unlock a fully customizable experience - set keybinds, create custom macros, access more lighting effects, and save personalized keyboard profiles. (Windows OS only)
QMK
The GMMK 2 is fully compatible with QMK Firmware.
Keyboard Layout
The GMMK 2 (65%) layout is a 67 (ANSI) or 68 (ISO) key layout.
• 2 × 1.5u keys to the right of the spacebar for Alt and Fn
• R1, R2, R3, and R4 keycaps for Del, PgUp, PgDn, and End by default; The function of each can be reassigned using Glorious CORE or QMK just like any other key.
• 1.75u Shift key below the enter key to allow space for the arrow key cluster
How to Use
Hotkey Index
Function Row Hotkeys
F1
FN + 1
F2
FN + 2
F3
FN + 3
F4
FN + 4
F5
FN + 5
F6
FN + 6
F7
FN + 7
F8
FN + 8
F9
FN + 9
F10
FN + 0
F11
FN + -
FN12
FN + =
`
FN + ESC
~
FN + SHIFT + ESC
F1
FN + 1
F2
FN + 2
F3
FN + 3
F4
FN + 4
F5
FN + 5
F6
FN + 6
F7
FN + 7
F8
FN + 8
F9
FN + 9
F10
FN + 0
F11
FN + -
FN12
FN + =
`
FN + ESC
~
FN + SHIFT + ESC
Primary Hotkeys
Print Screen
FN + P
Scroll Lock
FN + [
Pause
FN + ]
Home
FN + END
Insert
FN + DEL
Mute
FN + B
Volume Down
FN + N
Volume Up
FN + M
Previous Track
FN + ,
Next Track
FN + /
Play/Pause
FN + .
Print Screen
FN + P
Scroll Lock
FN + [
Pause
FN + ]
Home
FN + END
Insert
FN + DEL
Mute
FN + B
Volume Down
FN + N
Volume Up
FN + M
Previous Track
FN + ,
Next Track
FN + /
Play/Pause
FN + .
Other Commands
Restore Keyboard to Factory Default Settings
FN + ESC then 1 + 3 + 5
(Hold for 10 Seconds)
Enable/Disable Windows Key
FN + Win
Cycle Profiles
Up
FN + CTRL + [↑]
Down
FN + CTRL + [↓]
Cycle Layers
Up
FN + CTRL + ALT + [↑]
Down
FN + CTRL + ALT + [↓]
Restore Keyboard to Factory Default Settings
FN + ESC then 1 + 3 + 5
(Hold for 10 Seconds)
Enable/Disable Windows Key
FN + Win
Cycle Profiles
Up
FN + CTRL + [↑]
Down
FN + CTRL + [↓]
Cycle Layers
Up
FN + CTRL + ALT + [↑]
Down
FN + CTRL + ALT + [↓]
RGB LED Commands
Change Lighting Effect
Next
FN + [→]
Previous
FN + [←]
Change LED Brightness
Increase
FN + [↑]
Decrease
FN + [↓]
Change Lighting Effect Speed
Slower
FN + C
Faster
FN + V
Cycle LED Colors
(if applicable for current effect)
FN + X
Cycle Active RGB Zone
FN + Z
Change Lighting Effect
Next
FN + [→]
Previous
FN + [←]
Change LED Brightness
Increase
FN + [↑]
Decrease
FN + [↓]
Change Lighting Effect Speed
Slower
FN + C
Faster
FN + V
Cycle LED Colors
(if applicable for current effect)
FN + X
Cycle Active RGB Zone
FN + Z
How to Build
Changing Switches & Keycaps
The GMMK 2 is a mechanical keyboard featuring hot-swappable sockets. It is recommended to use Glorious switches with your keyboard for optimal compatibility. However, the GMMK 2 is also compatible with a variety of standard keyboard switches, including Cherry, Gateron, and Kailh branded switches.
A detailed how-to for hot-swapping switches and changing keycaps can be found here:
Product Specs
GMMK 2 (65%)
Layout
Compact Tenkeyless (65%)
67 Keys (ANSI); 68 Keys (ISO)
Dimensions
12.3” x 4.1” x 1.5” (313 x 105 x 37.5 mm)
Weight
1.9 lb (.88 kg)
Typing Angle
7°; 14° (Feet Extended)
Body Material
CNC-Machined Aluminum Top Frame,
Polymer Bottom Case
Mounting Style
Tray Mount
Switch Sockets
5-Pin Hotswap; North-facing
Interface
USB-C 2.0
Layout
Compact Tenkeyless (65%)
67 Keys (ANSI); 68 Keys (ISO)
Dimensions
12.3” x 4.1” x 1.5” (313 x 105 x 37.5 mm)
Weight
1.9 lb (.88 kg)
Typing Angle
7°; 14° (Feet Extended)
Body Material
CNC-Machined Aluminum Top Frame,
Polymer Bottom Case
Mounting Style
Tray Mount
Switch Sockets
5-Pin Hotswap; North-facing
Interface
USB-C 2.0
Additional Links
Support
Questions or concerns regarding your Glorious keyboard can be directed to our support team.
Note that Glorious is unable to offer comprehensive support for third party firmware or parts (switches, keycaps, stabilizers, etc.) purchased from other companies.
Warranty
Important Notices
• 2-year limited manufacturer warranty
• Warranty does not cover damages resulting from opening the keyboard.
• Keep out of reach of children below the age of 10.
Product Registration
Registering your product extends the warranty by an additional year (free of charge) on eligible devices. To be eligible, register your device within 365 days of date of purchase.