Table 2-8
Special keys and their descriptions
Component
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
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Chapter 2 Components
Action keys
Calculator key
esc
key
fn
key
Windows key
Windows application key
Power button
Description
Execute frequently used system functions as defined by the icon
symbols on
f1
through
f12
function keys.
Opens the calculator.
NOTE:
Pressing the key again closes the calculator.
Displays system information when pressed in combination with
the
fn
key.
Executes specific functions when pressed in combination with
another key.
Opens the Start menu.
NOTE:
Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start
menu.
Displays options for a selected object.
When the computer is off, press the button briefly to turn
●
on the computer.
When the computer is on, press the button briefly to
●
initiate Sleep.
When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button
●
briefly to exit Sleep (select products only).
●
When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button
briefly to exit Hibernation.
IMPORTANT:
Pressing and holding down the power button
results in the loss of unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and shutdown
procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button
down for at least 10 seconds to turn off the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, see your power
options:
Right-click the Power icon
▲
Options.
, and then select Power