Special keys
Table 2-8
Special keys and their descriptions
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
another key. Such key combinations are called hot keys.
(3)
Windows key
Opens the Start menu.
NOTE:
Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start menu.
(4)
Action keys
Execute frequently used system functions.
.
(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 when pressed in combination
with the
fn
key.
– or –
Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off.
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