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Using Your VAIO Computer

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The above illustration shows the keyboard delivered with the models that are available in USA and Canada. The keyboard for the models available in Latin American countries and areas appears different from the above.

AFunction keys

The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform certain tasks. The task associated with each function key varies among software programs.

BSpecial-function buttons

See Using Special-function Buttons (page 38).

CNumeric keypad

Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform basic math calculations. Press the Num Lock key to enable the numeric keypad function. Press the Num Lock key again to disable the numeric keypad.

DFn key

Use the Fn key with the function keys to perform certain tasks. These tasks vary among software programs.

EWindows key

The Microsoft Windows key displays the Start menu. Pressing this key is equivalent to clicking Start on the taskbar.

FApplications key

The Applications key displays a shortcut menu in certain software programs. Pressing this key is equivalent to clicking the right mouse button.

GDirection arrows

The V, v, B, and b arrow keys move the pointer on the computer screen.