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8. Keyboard
In addition to the standard numbers and characters, the keyboard can also be used
to enter a number of special characters, as well as to perform certain commands de-
pending on the program. These special functions are controlled using the keys Alt;
Alt Gr and Ctrl.
8.1. The Alt, Alt Gr and Ctrl keys
The Alt key is used in combination with other keys to perform particular functions.
These functions are determined by the program being used. To enter a keyboard
shortcut with the Alt key, you press and hold down the Alt key as you press the oth-
er key. The Alt Gr key works in a similar way to the Alt key, but is used to obtain spe-
cial characters. The Ctrl key (Control) performs program functions in the same fash-
ion as the Alt key.
9. Hard drive
The hard drive is your main memory medium and combines high storage capacity
with rapid data access.
You PC is supplied with an OEM version* of the Microsoft Windows operating sys-
tem which fully supports all of the PC's performance features. We have configured
your PC's hard drive so that you will be able to work with it optimally without hav-
ing to install any additional drivers yourself.
The Windows® operating system requires part of the capacity to manage the hard
drive and, therefore, the hard drive's full capacity is not available. This explains any
differences between the BIOS display and the operating system display. The PC's op-
erating system, other applications and security data are located on the hard drive
meaning that the full capacity is already reduced.
PLEASE NOTE!
Data loss!
Never try to switch off the PC while it is accessing the
hard drive as this could lead to a loss of data.
*
Original equipment manufacturer/program versions purchased from the manufacturer which are
usually sold in conjunction with end devices
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