Table 2-7
Special keys and their descriptions (continued)
Component
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
Bottom
Use the illustration and table to identify the bottom component.
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Chapter 2 Components
Programmable key
Power button
num lk
key
Integrated numeric keypad
Description
Executes frequently used tasks. Some tasks might not be
available on all products.
●
Opens an application, file, or website
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Enters frequently used text into a permanent clipboard
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Ability to change system profiles
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Ability to change system properties
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Executes user-defined key sequences
When the computer is off, press the button briefly to
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turn on the computer.
When the computer is on, press the button briefly to
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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
for at least 4 seconds to turn off the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, use the Power icon.
●
Right-click the Power icon
and sleep settings.
Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions
on the integrated numeric keypad.
A separate keypad to the right of the alphabet keyboard.
When
num lk
is pressed, the integrated 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.
, and then select Power