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Table 2-7
Special keys and their descriptions (continued)
Component
(6)
(7)
Action keys
Identify the action keys.
The action keys execute frequently used system functions as defined by the icon symbols on
The action keys vary by computer.
To use an action key, press and hold the key.
▲
NOTE:
Table 2-8
Action keys and their descriptions
Icon
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Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
num lock
key
Integrated numeric keypad
On some products, you must press the
Description
Helps prevent side-angle viewing from onlookers. If needed, decrease or increase brightness for well-lit or
darker environments. Press the key again to turn off the privacy screen.
Description
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.
Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions on
the integrated numeric keypad.
A separate keypad to the right of the alphabet keyboard. When
num lock
is pressed, the keypad can be used like an external
numeric keypad.
NOTE:
If the keypad function is active when the computer is
turned off, that function is reinstated when the computer is
turned back on.
fn
key in combination with the action key.
, and then select Power
f1
through f12.
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