Special keys
NOTE: Some actions in this table might require an administrator logon. If you cannot access the following
information throughout the user guide by following the instructions, then you must rst log in to the system
using the Admin account.
Table 2-8 Special keys and their descriptions
Component Description
(1) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with
another key. Such key combinations are called hot keys.
See Hot keys (select products only) on page 16.
(2) Windows key Opens the Start menu.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start menu.
(3) Action keys Execute frequently used system functions.
(4) Embedded numeric keypad A numeric keypad superimposed over the keyboard alphabet keys. When num lk is
pressed, the keypad can be used like an external numeric keypad. Each key on the
keypad performs the function indicated by the icon in the upper-right corner of the
key.
NOTE: If the keypad function is active when the computer is turned o, that
function is reinstated when the computer is turned back on.
(5) Windows application key Displays options for a selected object.
(6) num lk key Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and o.
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