Operating Your Computer
Function Keys
On the top row of the keys are the function keys:
F1
to
F12
. Function keys
are multi-purpose keys that perform functions defined by individual
programs.
Hot key functions are assigned to
F1
,
F3
,
F4
,
F5
,
F6
,
F7
,
F11
, and
F12
by your
computer. (See “Hot Keys” later in this chapter for information.)
Fn Key
The
Fn
key, at the lower left corner of the keyboard, is used with another
key to perform the alternative function of a key. The letter “Fn” and the
alternative functions are identified by the color of blue on the keytop. To
perform a desired function, first press and hold
Fn
, then press the other
key.
Hot Keys
Hot keys refer to a combination of keys that can be pressed any time to
activate special functions of the computer. Most hot keys operate in a
cyclic way. Each time a hot key combination is pressed, it shifts the
corresponding function to the other or next choice.
You can easily identify the hot keys with the icons imprinted on the
keytop. The hot keys are described next.
Key
Description
Switches the wireless LAN radio on and off.
NOTE
:
This function works only if an optional Mini PCI
wireless LAN card is installed.
Decreases the sound volume.
Increases the sound volume.
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