Table 2-8 Action keys and their descriptions (continued)
Icon Description
Executes frequently used tasks. Some tasks might not be available on all products.
● Opens an application, le, or website
● Enters frequently used text into a permanent clipboard
● Ability to change system proles
● Ability to change system properties
● Executes user-dened key sequences
NOTE: The action key feature is enabled at the factory. On select products only, you can disable this feature 
by pressing and holding the fn key and the left shift key. The fn lock light will turn on. After you have 
disabled the action key feature, you can still perform each function by pressing the fn key in combination 
with the appropriate action key.
Hot keys (select products only)
A hot key is the combination of the fn key and another key. Use the table to identify the hot keys.
To use a hot key:
▲ Press the fn key, and then press one of the keys listed in the following table. 
Table 2-9
Hot keys and their descriptions
Key Description
C Turns on scroll lock.
E Turns on the insert function.
R Breaks the operation.
S Sends a programing query.
W Pauses the operation.
Bottom
Use the illustration and table to identify the bottom components.
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