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Using the keyboard
Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop
computer keyboard. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including
shortcut keys for Windows and function keys for specific system operations.
Key types
The keyboard has several different types of keys. Some keys perform specific actions when
pressed alone and other actions when pressed in combination with another key.
System key combinations
When you press the F
N
key and a system key at the same time, your notebook performs
the action identified by the text or icon on the key.
Key type Icon Description
Function keys Press these keys labeled F1 to F12 to perform actions in
programs. For example, pressing F1 may open help.
Each program uses different function keys for different
purposes. See the program documentation to find out more
about the function key actions.
System keys Press these colored keys in combination with the F
N
key to
perform specific actions.
Navigation keys Press these keys to move the cursor to the beginning of a line,
to the end of a line, up the page, down the page, to the
beginning of a document, or to the end of a document.
Numeric keypad Use these keys to type numbers.
F
N
key Press the F
N
key in combination with a colored system key to
perform a specific action.
Windows key Press this key to open the Windows Start menu. This key can
also be used in combination with other keys to open utilities like
F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Computer window).
Application key Press this key for quick access to shortcut menus and help
assistants in Windows.
Arrow keys Press these keys to move the cursor up, down, right, or left.
Function keys/ System keys
Navigation keys
F
N
key
Windows key
Numeric
keypad
Application
key
Arrow keys