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1. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed
up.
Hotkeys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the
computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output.
To activate hotkeys, press and hold the <
F
n> key before pressing the other key
in the hotkey combination.
9 Click buttons (left
and right)
The left and right buttons function like
the left and right mouse buttons.
10 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands
when yo
u use the computer.
11 Acer Bio-
Protection
finge
rprint reader
Supports Acer FingerNav 4-way control
function (only for certain models).
12 Speakers Deliver stereo audio output.
13
Power button Turns the computer on and off.
Hotkey Icon Function Description
<Fn> + <F3> Communication
key
Enables/disables the computer’s
comm
unication devices.
(Communication devices may vary by
configuration.)
<
Fn> + <F4> Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
<
Fn> + <F5> Display toggle Switches display output between the
display
screen, external monitor (if
connected) and both.
<
Fn> + <F6> Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off
to save power. Press any key to
return.
<
Fn> + <F7> Touchpad
toggle
Turns the internal touchpad on and
off.
<
Fn> + <F8> Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.
<
Fn> + < >
Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
# Icon Item Description