Table 2-7
Special keys and their descriptions (continued)
Component
Description
(3)
fn
key
Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with another key. Such key combinations are called
hot keys.
Hot keys (select products only) on page 15
(4)
Windows key
Opens the Start menu.
NOTE:
Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start
menu.
(5)
Embedded numeric keypad
A numeric keypad superimposed over the keyboard alphabet
keys. When
fn
+
num lk
is pressed, the keypad can be used like an
external numeric keypad. Each key on the keypad performs the
function indicated by the icon in the upper-right corner of the
key.
NOTE:
If the keypad function is active when the computer is
turned off, that function is reinstated when the computer is
turned back on.
(6)
num lk
key
Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off.
– or –
Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions on
the integrated numeric keypad.
(7)
Windows application key (select products only) Displays options for a selected object.
(8)
Integrated numeric keypad
A separate keypad to the right of the alphabet keyboard. When
num lk
is pressed, the integrated keypad can be used like an
external numeric keypad.
NOTE:
If the keypad function is active when the computer is
turned off, that function is reinstated when the computer is
turned back on.
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