Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: How do I use the Function (Fn) and System keys on this notebook?

A:

Press and hold the Fn key while pressing the function key... to...
F1 Toggle the system LEDs on or off.

Toggle sequence:

  • 1st toggle: All system LEDs on
  • 2nd toggle: Backlit Keyboard LEDs off, everything else on
  • 3rd toggle: Multimedia touch LEDs and control functions off, everything else on
  • 4th toggle: All system LEDs off and Multimedia control functions off
F2 Turn the optional IEEE 802.11 wireless network radio on or off.
F3 Enter Sleep mode or Hybrid Sleep mode. Press the power button to leave Sleep mode.
F4 Toggle the notebook display in the following order:
  1. The LCD
  2. An external monitor or projector (a monitor or projector must be plugged into the monitor port on your notebook)
  3. Both displays at the same time
F6 Turn the optional Bluetooth radio on or off.
F8 Increase the LCD panel brightness above the normal brightest setting. Use this feature in bright lighting situations, such as outside in bright sunlight. Press a second time to decrease the brightness below the normal lowest brightness setting. Use this feature in dim lighting situations. Press a third time to return the display to the normal brightness setting.

Important: Using this feature affects the battery performance.