Sony VAIO VGC-RA700 Series, Quick Start Manual

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VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start
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KEY DESCRIPTION
Function The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are used
to perform certain tasks. The task associated with each
function key may vary between software programs.
Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad area to type numbers or to perform
basic math calculations. Press the Num Lock key to activate
the numeric keypad. (The Num Lock indicator lights.) Press
the Num Lock key again to deactivate the numeric keypad.
Directional
Arrows The Up, Down, Left, and Right arrow keys move the pointer
on the screen.
Applications The Applications key displays a shortcut menu in certain
software programs. Pressing this key is equivalent to clicking
the right mouse button.
Windows The key with the Microsoft® Windows® logo, displays the
Start menu. Pressing this key is equivalent to clicking Start on
the taskbar.
INDICATORS FUNCTION
Num Lock The Num Lock indicator lights when the numeric keypad is
activated. When the indicator is off, the directional arrow and
correction keys on the numeric keypad area are active.
Caps Lock The Caps Lock indicator lights to advise you that the
keyboard is set to type letters in uppercase. When the
indicator is off, the letters appear in lower case as you type.
Scroll Lock The Scroll Lock indicator lights to advise you that your
screen’s scrolling pattern has changed. When the indicator is
off, the screen scrolls normally. This function is not available
with all software programs.