Acer Aspire V5-571, Service Manual

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1-18 Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Windows Keys
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The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Figure 1-9. Windows-specific Keys
Num Lock
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The key can be turned on/off via the internal keyboard ( Fn + F11 ) or the
external keyboard/keypad. Num Lock affects the external
keyboard/keypad only.
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Shift state is NOT required for the cursor movement by the numeric
keys.
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The state of the Num Lock is not changed by the attachment/removal
(hot plug) of the external keyboard/keypad.
Scroll Lock
Fn + F12
When On, the screen moves one line up or down when pressing the up
or down cursor keys. Scroll Lock is not applicable for all applications.
Table 1-9. Windows-specific Keys
Key Description
Windows
Logo key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows
Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other
keys to provide a variety of functions.
Functions supported by Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7:
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: Open or close the Start menu
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+ R : Open the Run dialog box
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+ M : Minimizes all windows
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Shift + + M : Restore minimized windows to the desktop
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+ F1 : Show the Help window
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+ E : Open Windows Explorer
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+ F : Search for a file or folder
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+ D : Display the desktop
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Ctrl + + F : Search for computers (if you are on a network)
Table 1-8. Keyboard Lock Keys
Lock Key Description