Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-23
Hotkeys 0
Hotkeys or key combinations can be used to access most of the computer's controls like
screen brightness and volume output.
Figure 1-10. Keyboard Hotkeys
To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hotkey
combination.
Table 1-10. Keyboard Hotkeys
Hotkey Icon Function Description
Fn + F1
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Help Opens the Help menu.
Fn + F2 Gateway My Backup Allows you to create backup
copies of your computer; either
the entire system or only selected
files and folders. Create a regular
schedule or make copies
whenever you want.
Fn + F3 Communication switch Enables/disables the computer’s
communication devices.
(Communication devices may
vary by configuration.)
Fn + F4 Display Mode Menu
(DMM)
Switches display output between
the display screen, external
monitor (if connected) and both.
Fn + F5 Screen blank Turns the display screen
backlight off to save power. Press
any key to return.
Fn + F6 Touchpad toggle Turns the touchpad on and off.
Fn + F7 Play/Pause Plays or pauses media files