Using Special Function Keys

The function key activates special functions when it is pressed in combination with another keys.

<Fn> Key

Key Name

Key Function

 

Combinations

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

<Esc/

>

Rest

Puts the computer into suspended mode. To escape suspended mode,

 

 

 

press the power button. (p109).

 

 

 

 

 

<F2/

>

Gauge

Shows the current power source and the remaining battery charge.

 

 

 

 

<F4/

>

LCD/CRT

Switches the display between the LCD and external display device

 

 

 

when an external display device is connected. (p107)

 

 

 

 

<F6/Mute>

Mute

Turns the audio output on and off.

 

 

 

 

 

 

<F7/

>

S/PDIF

Turns the S/PDIF function on and off.

 

 

 

 

Turns S/PDIF on

Turns S/PDIF off

<F8/

>

3D sound

Extends the spatial sound of the stereo speakers so that the listener

 

 

 

can experience even greater stereophonic sound.

 

 

 

Turns 3D sound on

Turns 3D sound off

Note. The 3D sound function is only supported through the internal speaker of the computer and the headphones. This function is not supported through the S/PDIF port.

Note. When using the 3D function, even if the balance is turned completely to the left or right, some audio may still be heard through the other speaker.

Caution. Some distortion may be experienced when the 3D function is used, depending on the audio source.

<F9/

>

Touchpad

Turns the touchpad function on and off.

Turns Touchpad on

Turns Touchpad off

<F10/

>

Low-Noise Mode

You can select Low-Noise Mode when you need a tranquil work

 

 

 

environment.

 

 

 

<F11/Num Lock>

Number Lock

Enables the numeric keypad. (p10)

 

 

 

 

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