Using the media button

NOTE The media button functions vary, depending on the software installed on your computer. Refer to the QuickPlay online Help for details.

If QuickPlay is installed and the computer is

On, the media button opens a music program or the Media Menu allowing you to select a multimedia program.

Off, the media button opens a music program or the Media Menu allowing you to select a multimedia program.

NOTE Press the power button to exit the multimedia program.

In standby, the media button resumes from standby into Microsoft® Windows®.

If QuickPlay is not installed and the computer is

On, the media button opens the default media player.

Off, the media button does not function.

In standby, the media resumes from standby into Windows.

NOTE The media button does not affect the hibernation file or the procedure for restoring from hibernation.

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