Question 1

I see 8* extra switches in the z15 pictures, is it true?

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Yes, you get 8 extra switches. if you do bronze switches then the extras are silver. if you do silver switches then the extras are bronze.

Question 2

Does this keyboard only house Kailh switches? Or can I put any 3 pin switch into it?

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Any 3-pin switch should work. if it has a compatible profile to the kailhs (like cherry)

Question 3

Is the evga logo removable?

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Yes.  You'll have to take apart the keyboard (screws under the rubber feet).  The block of plastic is screwed into the metal plate.  A bit of plastic will stick out from the bottom part of the case.  There will be two small holes left, but that's considered an improvement.

I would make sure the keyboard works correctly for a couple of months before doing so, it would likey void the warranty.   
I didn't modify mine, but had plans to do so - but my Z15 was defective:  would not come on - without replugging the USB plug - which is a pain when trying to sign into Windows, requiring a virtual keyboard.  Yeah, that got old the first time.

If your get a Z15 that works, it's a better value than the other top brands since its hot-swappable with decent keyboard software.  (Logi, Razor, Corsair, steal series - most/or all of their models are not Hotswappable)

Be advised, the Speed Liner switches are very sensitive making typing difficult.  Tactile or Click may type better.   Why?
EVGA = 1.1mm Actuation of the key vs 1.7mm~2.0mm for most others.

Question 4

How to set backlight color to plain white on a non-Windows OS?

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While you can't seem to modify the settings outside of the Windows program that I'm aware of, it does seem to retain your settings onboard when used with other platforms. You don't need to boot up the program every time within Windows or otherwise. If you have a spare Windows machine, or a buddy with one, it's a hassle but you'll be fine. Personally I've set mine to a very dim red, just enough to read keys at night but totally ignoreable for me otherwise. The backlight can also be set to sleep after a fixed time.

ASIN	B08VNT658R
Antenna Location	Gaming
Best Sellers Rank	56,417 in PC & Video Games ( See Top 100 in PC & Video Games ) 1,984 in PC Gaming Keyboards
Box Contents	USB Cable
Brand Name	EVGA
Button Quantity	104
Colour	Black
Compatible Devices	Compatibility of the EVGA Z15 RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Linear Switch, RGB Backlit LED, Hot Swappable Kailh Speed Silver Switches 821-W1-15US-KR (821-W1-15US-KR)
Compatible Operating System Family	Windows
Connectivity Technology	USB
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (986)
Enclosure Material	Plastic
Generation	1st Generation
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Item Dimensions L x W x H	44.5L x 15.1W x 3.8H centimetres
Keyboard Backlighting Color Support	RGB
Keyboard Description	Mechanical
Keyboard Layout	QWERTY
Manufacturer	EVGA
Manufacturer Part Number	821-W1-15US-KR
Model Name	Z15 RGB USB Gaming Keyboard
Model Number	821-W1-15US-KR
Number of Items	1
Number of Keys	3
Number of Packs	1
Number of Sections	1
Power Source	USB" or "DC power supply
Processor Count	1
Product Features	Lighting
Series Number	821
Style Name	Z15 RGB Linear
Switch Type	Linear
Theme	Gaming
UPC	843368066802

EVGA Z15 RGB USB Gaming Keyboard, RGB Backlit LED, Hotswappable Mechanical Kailh Speed Silver Switches (Linear), 821-W1-15US-KR, Black

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