2-6 Operating Your ComputerFunction KeysOn the top row of the keys are the function keys: F1 to F12. Function keys aremulti-purpose keys that perform functions defined by individual programs.Fn KeyThe Fn key, at the lower left corner of the keyboard, is used with another keyto perform the alternative function of a key. The letter “Fn” and the alternativefunctions are identified by the color of blue on the keytop. To perform a desiredfunction, first press and hold Fn, then press the other key.Hot KeysHot keys refer to a combination of keys that can be pressed any time to activatespecial functions of the computer. Most hot keys operate in a cyclic way. Eachtime a hot key combination is pressed, it shifts the corresponding function to theother or next choice.You can easily identify the hot keys with the icons imprinted on the keytop. Thehot keys are described next.Key DescriptionSwitches the wireless LAN radio on and off.Switches the night vision feature on and off for viewing thedisplay when using night vision goggles (optional).Decreases the sound volume.Increases the sound volume.
