HP 2533t Mobile manual Using hotkeys, Displaying system information fn+esc

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Using hotkeys

Hotkeys are combinations of the fn key (1) and either the esc key (2) or one of the function keys (3).

The icons on the f3, f4, and f8 through f10 keys represent the hotkey functions. Hotkey functions and procedures are discussed in the following sections.

Function	Hotkey

Display system information.	fn+esc

Initiate Standby.	fn+f3

Switch the image.	fn+f4

Display battery information	fn+f8

Decrease screen brightness.	fn+f9

Increase screen brightness.	fn+f10

To use a hotkey command on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps:

●Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second key of the hotkey command.

– or –

●Press and hold down the fn key, briefly press the second key of the hotkey command, and then release both keys at the same time.

Displaying system information (fn+esc)

Press fn+esc to display information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number.

In the Windows fn+esc display, the version of the system BIOS (basic input-output system) is displayed as the BIOS date. On some computer models, the BIOS date is displayed in decimal format. The BIOS date is sometimes called the system ROM version number.

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Contents HP 2533t Mobile Thin Client First Edition May Document Part Number Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Keyboard Multimedia Memory modules Appendix a Routine care Page Pointing devices Identifying the hardwareTop components Lights Component DescriptionButtons and switches Off If the computer is plugged into an externalAdjust Power Properties KeysDisplay Fn keyFront components Right-side components Left-side components Rear components Components DescriptionBottom components Wireless antennae Identifying the labels Enhanced Write Filter Using the Enhanced Write Filter command line control Using the Enhanced Write Filter user interface Using the Enhanced Write Filter status utility Drive Z ConfigurationLocal drives Drive CMapping network drives Click Reconnect at LoginSaving files Roaming profilesCreating user profiles User accountsCreating a new user account Page Remote Desktop Connection ApplicationsCitrix Program Neighborhood HP PC Session Allocation Manager SAM Client TeemNT Terminal EmulationAltiris Client Agent HP Dhcp Settings Update Client HP ThinState Capture Select Start Control Panel HP ThinState Capture HP ThinState Deploy Microsoft Internet Explorer Windows Media Player Macromedia Flash PlayerUsing pointing devices KeyboardUsing hotkeys Displaying system information fn+escInitiating Standby fn+f3 Switching the screen image fn+f4Viewing battery charge information fn+f8 Decreasing screen brightness fn+f9Using the HP Quick Launch Buttons Accessing the Quick Launch Buttons control panel Displaying the Q MenuEnabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypad Using the keypadsUsing the embedded numeric keypad Using an optional external numeric keypad Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypadPower Power control and light locationsShutting down the computer Select Start Turn Off Computer Turn OffInitiating and exiting Standby Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Setting password protection upon exiting Standby Using battery powerUsing the battery meter Click the Notification Area tabDisplaying the remaining battery charge Inserting or removing the batteryPage Identifying low battery levels Charging a batteryManaging low battery levels Resolving a low battery level Conserving battery powerStoring a battery Disposing of a used battery Using external AC power Connecting the AC adapterPlug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet Power Multimedia Using multimedia hardwareUsing the audio features Using the audio-in microphone jack Using the audio-out headphone jackAdjusting the volume Using the video features Using the external monitor portUsing multimedia software Using multimedia softwareOpening preinstalled multimedia software Preventing playback disruptionsSelect Start My Computer Changing DVD region settingsObserving the copyright warning Using wireless controls WirelessAbout integrated wireless devices Using WlanSetting up a Wlan Identifying a Wlan device Connecting to a WlanUsing wireless security features Select Start HP System InformationModem and LAN Using a modemConnecting a modem cable Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location selectionAdding new locations when traveling Check for pulse or tone dialing Solving travel connection problemsCheck the telephone line type Set the modem to ignore dial tonesConnecting to a local area network Clear the check box for Wait for dial tone before dialingSecurity Protecting the computerUsing administrator and user passwords Using passwordsSetting passwords in Windows Automatic logonAdministrator logon Setting passwords in Computer SetupUsing a setup password Manual logonEntering a setup password Using a power-on passwordManaging a setup password Requiring a power-on password at restart Managing a power-on passwordEntering a power-on password Using Microsoft Windows Firewall Configuring Microsoft Windows FirewallIdentifying failure symptoms Gathering configuration informationTroubleshooting applications Adding exceptionsClick Add Port Adding a programAdding a port Installing a security cable Connecting a USB device Hardware upgradesUsing a USB device Removing a USB device Using the expansion portUsing the USB Storage Options utility Securing USB portsUsing PC Cards Inserting and removing a PC CardPage Using SD Card Reader cards Inserting a digital cardRemoving a digital card Select Start Printers and Faxes Click Add a printer Adding printers using a text-only print driverAdding a printer Click Use the Following PortUsing manufacturer print drivers Handling drives Identifying installed drivesDrives Using optical drives select models only Inserting an optical disc CD or DVDWhen the disc tray opens Removing an optical disc CD or DVDWhen the disc tray does not open Page Using an optional external MultiBay or external MultiBay Using external drivesUsing optional external devices Memory modules Page Page Page Multiboot About the boot order deviceEnabling boot devices in Computer Setup Considering boot order changes Choosing a boot device using the F9 prompt Choosing Multiboot preferencesSetting a new boot order in Computer Setup Computer Setup Starting Computer SetupUsing Computer Setup Navigating and selecting in Computer SetupRestoring factory settings in Computer Setup File menu Computer Setup menusDiagnostics menu Security menuSystem Configuration menu Routine care Cleaning the displayCleaning the keyboard Traveling and shippingPage Index USBJacks USB

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