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Chapter 2 External component identification
esc
key
fn
key
Windows key
Action keys
num lock
key
Integrated numeric keypad
Description
Displays system information when pressed in combination with the
Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination
with the
esc
key, or the spacebar.
Windows 7: Displays the Start menu.
Windows 8.1: Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the
Windows desktop.
NOTE:
Pressing the Windows key again will return you to the previous
screen.
Windows 10: Opens the Start menu.
NOTE:
Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start menu.
Execute frequently used system functions.
Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions on the
integrated numeric keypad.
When
num lock
is on, it can be used like an external numeric keypad.
fn
key.