Distinctive Functions of Your Computer
The following table shows the function of the Fn key combined with
keys:
Feature and
Icon Key Combination Meaning
Power Mode Functions
Fuel-Gauge
display on or off
Fn+F2 (Windows 98,
Windows 95 and Windows
NT only)
If you press this key combination, the window for the
battery status appears or disappears. You can set param-
eters for battery status in the window.
Note: The Fuel-Gauge program must be activated before
you can use this key combination.
To activate the Fuel-Gauge program, do the
following:
1. Click Start.
2. Move the cursor to Programs, ThinkPad, and
then click Fuel-Gauge.
Power mode
switching
Fn+F11 During battery power operation, the power mode changes
as follows:
Maximum Performance
Maximum Battery Life
Customized
Power Conservation Functions for Battery Power
Standby mode Fn+F3 The computer enters standby mode. For more information
about this mode, see the
Online User's Guide
.
Suspend mode Fn+F4 The computer enters suspend mode. For more information
about this mode, see the
Online User's Guide
.
Hibernation
mode
Fn+F12 The computer enters hibernation mode. For more informa-
tion about this mode, see the
Online User's Guide
.
Other Functions
Switching
between the
LCD and the
external monitor
Fn+F7 Computer output is displayed in the following order when
an external monitor is attached.
LCD+External Display
LCD
External Display
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