
18 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW  YOUR LAPTOP 
Computer Base and Keyboard Features6
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1 Status lights (3) — Indicates if the Scroll Lock, Caps Lock, or Number Lock 
lights are turned on or o. 
2 Keyboard — e backlit keyboard provides visibility in dark environments 
by illuminating all symbols on the keys.
3 Touch pad — Provides the functionality of a mouse to move the cursor, 
drag or move selected items, and left-click by tapping the surface.
4 Touch pad buttons (2) — Provide left- and right-click functions like those 
on a mouse.
5Touch controls (9) — Touching the touch controls perform the associated 
action. For more information, see “Touch Controls” on page 19.
6 Power button — Turns the computer on or o when pressed. For more 
information, see “Power Button” on page 20.