Keys
Component
Description
(1)
esc
key
Displays system information when pressed in combination with
the
fn
key.
(2)
fn
key
Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with a function key, the
num lock
key, or the
esc
key.
See
(3)
Windows key
Opens the Start menu.
NOTE:
Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start
menu.
(4)
Embedded numeric keypad
A numeric keypad superimposed over the keyboard alphabet
keys that enables you to add, subtract, and perform other
numeric tasks. When
num lock
is on, the keypad can be used like
an external numeric keypad.
(5)
num lock
key
Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off.
Using the hot keys
To use a hot key:
▲
Press the
fn
key, and then press the correct function key represented by the icons below.
Press
fn
+function key Description
Initiates Sleep, which saves your information in system memory. The display and other system components
turn off and power is conserved.
To exit Sleep, briefly press the power button.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of information loss, save your work before initiating Sleep.
Turns the backlight keyboard off or on.
NOTE:
To conserve battery power, turn off this feature.
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