Special 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 the
esc
key or other keys. These key
combinations are called hot keys.
See
.
(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.
See
.
(5)
Embedded numeric keypad
A numeric keypad superimposed over the keyboard alphabet
keys. When
num lk
is on, 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.
Keyboard components (select products only)
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