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Fanatec CSL Cockpit Keyboard Holder โ€” pair of padded storage hooks
Fanatec CSL Cockpit Keyboard Holder โ€” keyboard stored on the CSL Cockpit frame
Fanatec CSL Cockpit Keyboard Holder โ€” gamepad hanging on a hook with charging cable
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Fanatec CSL Cockpit Keyboard Holder

Pair of padded hooks that store a keyboard or gamepad on the CSL Cockpit

Description

The Fanatec CSL Cockpit Keyboard Holder is a set of two hooks that keep a keyboard or gamepad on the CSL Cockpit instead of on the floor.

Mounting. The hooks install anywhere along the CSL Cockpit main frame or on the optional CSL Cockpit Shelf (sold separately), in many different positions.

Devices. They hold most keyboards as a pair, and each hook can also carry a gamepad; the hook has a gap so a charging cable can stay connected.

Protection. Padded surfaces protect your devices and absorb force feedback vibration coming through the rig.

Note: this is a storage holder, not a typing tray. For a keyboard you use while seated in a GT Cockpit, see the GT Cockpit Keyboard Tray.

Features & highlights

Two hooks per pack
Designed specifically for the CSL Cockpit
Holds most keyboards
Each hook can hold a gamepad
Gap for a connected charging cable
Padded surfaces protect devices and damp FFB vibration
Installs along the CSL Cockpit frame or on the CSL Cockpit Shelf
Keeps keyboard and controllers off the floor
Many mounting positions
Gamepad charging-friendly hooks

Driving style

The CSL Cockpit Keyboard Holder is for CSL Cockpit owners who need a keyboard or controller within reach between sessions: PC racers in iRacing, Assetto Corsa Competizione or rFactor 2 who use the keyboard for menus and setups, and console players in Gran Turismo 7 or Forza Motorsport who keep a gamepad for navigation.

Best for keeping a tidy CSL Cockpit with peripherals stored on the rig; less suited for drivers who need to type or use a mouse while seated, who will want a proper keyboard tray instead.

Build quality

Entry-level build

Two simple metal hooks with padded contact surfaces and standard bolts for the CSL Cockpit frame. A basic storage accessory with no moving parts.

Software

The CSL Cockpit Keyboard Holder is a passive storage accessory and needs no software.

Fanatec provides a Quick Guide for mounting positions on the frame and the CSL Cockpit Shelf.

Specifications

TypeKeyboard / gamepad storage hooks (pair)
Mounting typeCSL Cockpit frame or CSL Cockpit Shelf
Mounting PositionMultiple positions along the frame

Pros

  • Simple and flexible mounting
  • Padded to protect devices
  • Works with gamepads as well as keyboards
  • Low price compared with Fanatec's other accessories

Cons

  • Storage only, not a typing surface
  • Only fits the CSL Cockpit
  • Price has risen since launch

What's in the box

  • CSL Cockpit Keyboard Holder (two hooks)
  • Bolts and fasteners
  • 1x Quick Guide

Frequently asked questions

Can I type on the CSL Cockpit Keyboard Holder while driving?

No. It is a pair of storage hooks that hold a keyboard or gamepad on the rig. Fanatec markets it as a way to stop putting devices on the floor, not as a typing tray.

Does it hold gamepads?

Yes. Each hook can hold one gamepad, and the hook has a gap so the charging cable can stay plugged in.

Where can I install the Keyboard Holder?

Anywhere along the CSL Cockpit main frame, or on the optional CSL Cockpit Shelf. It is designed specifically for the CSL Cockpit.

Will rig vibration damage my keyboard on the holder?

Fanatec pads the hook surfaces to protect devices and absorb FFB vibration coming through the rig.

How much is the CSL Cockpit Keyboard Holder?

Fanatec lists it at $79.99 in the US and โ‚ฌ49.95 in the EU for the two-hook set; Traxion reported a launch price of $/โ‚ฌ29.95 in November 2024.

Does the Keyboard Holder need software?

No. It is a passive storage accessory.
Fanatec CSL Cockpit Keyboard Holder โ€” Keyboard & Pad Hooks